Columbus

$95+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Columbus (CMH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CMH
Feb 28 — Mar 71
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The best prices from San Diego to Columbus are usually found in August or January, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Columbus (CMH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$145
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$95
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$386
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Columbus flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Columbus flights.
From San Diego to Columbus
One-way flight from San Diego to Columbus
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 23, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/128:25 amSAN - CMH
1 stop9h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/197:46 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/22$145
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1112:00 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Tue 3/1812:05 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop11h 11mDelta
Deal found 2/22$353
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/116:30 amSAN - CMH
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Tue 3/186:50 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/22$358
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1612:43 pmSAN - CMH
2 stops20h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2010:50 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop11h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$359
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/266:23 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop20h 30mSun Country Air
Mon 6/308:15 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop24h 04mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/22$390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2310:37 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/17:43 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$395
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/247:00 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/277:00 amCMH - SAN
2 stops9h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$425
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/206:15 amSAN - CMH
1 stop21h 03mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/276:25 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop8h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/22$451
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2012:21 pmSAN - CMH
3 stops20h 19mBreeze Airways
Wed 8/271:07 pmCMH - SAN
2 stops49h 35mBreeze Airways
Deal found 2/22$1,157

Find flights from San Diego to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Columbus that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 23, 2025.

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San Diego

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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 3/12

8:25 am-8:56 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Columbus

Wed 3/19

7:46 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$145

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 3/11

12:00 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Columbus

Tue 3/18

12:05 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$353

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 3/11

6:30 am-6:15 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Columbus

Tue 3/18

6:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$358

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 5/16

12:43 pm-12:27 pm

2 stops20h 44m

Columbus

Tue 5/20

10:50 pm-7:28 am

1 stop11h 38m

$359

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sun 3/23

10:37 pm-10:45 am

1 stop9h 08m

Columbus

Tue 4/1

7:43 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$395

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Mon 3/24

7:00 am-4:58 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Columbus

Thu 3/27

7:00 am-1:11 pm

2 stops9h 11m

$425

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sun 3/9

7:55 pm-5:19 pm

2 stops18h 24m

Columbus

Thu 3/13

6:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$528

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Mon 4/14

8:14 am-5:44 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$95

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 3/21

8:49 pm-9:41 am

2 stops9h 52m

$252

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 2/26

6:15 am-4:40 pm

3 stops31h 25m

$332

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Columbus

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Columbus in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Columbus Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Columbus

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Columbus including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Columbus. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from San Diego to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 23, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Columbus Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 45% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus Airport ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus Airport when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Columbus. Reviews last updated February 23, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Diego to Columbus to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Columbus from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 0 flights from San Diego to Columbus per day from 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport round-trip from $145. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $353, and Southwest, from $358. Spirit Airlines is 66% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Columbus Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $95 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $252 and Alaska Airlines from $420 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from San Diego to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Columbus

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$145Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$239Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$251Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$410Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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