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$86+ Cheap flights from Columbus to San Antonio (SAT)

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CMH — SAT
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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The best prices from Columbus to San Antonio are usually found in August or September, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San Antonio

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to San Antonio (SAT). 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 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$160
(Frontier)

One-way from

$91
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$386
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to San Antonio
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San Antonio. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1911:29 amCMH - SAT
1 stop21h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/265:11 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop6h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$178
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 3/169:36 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop13h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/2610:58 amSAT - CMH
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$183
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 7/36:05 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop16h 42mSun Country Air
Thu 7/106:20 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop22h 33mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/19$316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 4/27:45 amCMH - SAT
1 stop10h 40mDelta
Mon 4/74:45 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Deal found 2/18$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 4/76:35 amCMH - SAT
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Thu 4/107:55 amSAT - CMH
2 stops6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Thu 3/277:00 amCMH - SAT
2 stops9h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/17:05 amSAT - CMH
2 stops8h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/18$442
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 3/254:09 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/295:00 amSAT - CMH
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$462
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 3/286:23 pmCMH - SAT
2 stops21h 05mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/317:00 amSAT - CMH
2 stops26h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$693

Find flights from Columbus to San Antonio within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San Antonio 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 20, 2025.

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Columbus

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San Antonio

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Sat 4/19

11:29 am-8:13 am

1 stop21h 44m

San Antonio

Sat 4/26

5:11 pm-12:20 am

1 stop6h 09m

$178

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Sun 3/16

9:36 pm-10:16 am

1 stop13h 40m

San Antonio

Wed 3/26

10:58 am-12:51 am

1 stop12h 53m

$183

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Wed 4/2

7:45 am-5:25 pm

1 stop10h 40m

San Antonio

Mon 4/7

4:45 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$317

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Mon 4/7

6:35 am-1:20 pm

2 stops7h 45m

San Antonio

Thu 4/10

7:55 am-3:40 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$352

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Thu 3/27

7:00 am-3:47 pm

2 stops9h 47m

San Antonio

Tue 4/1

7:05 am-4:54 pm

2 stops8h 49m

$442

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Tue 3/25

4:09 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop5h 43m

San Antonio

Sat 3/29

5:00 am-10:58 am

1 stop4h 58m

$462

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Fri 3/28

6:23 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops21h 05m

San Antonio

Mon 3/31

7:00 am-10:46 am

2 stops26h 46m

$693

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Sat 4/19

11:29 am-8:13 am

1 stop21h 44m

$86

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Wed 3/19

9:36 pm-10:03 am

1 stop13h 27m

$91

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Thu 4/17

6:30 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 15m

$159

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to San Antonio

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus to San Antonio may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 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 Columbus to San Antonio?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Antonio (average of $295). Flying from Columbus to San Antonio in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 CMH to SAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to San Antonio. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to San Antonio at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to San Antonio?

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

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

Rainfall in San Antonio by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Antonio ranges from 1.6 - 3.7 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit San Antonio when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in San Antonio by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Antonio, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Antonio

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Antonio. 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 San Antonio. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to San Antonio. 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 into for flights to San Antonio from Columbus?

    If you book a flight to San Antonio from Columbus, you will be flying to San Antonio, which is the city’s only airport. San Antonio (SAT) is located 7.6 mi from the center of San Antonio. There are 0 flights from Columbus to San Antonio per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($160), Spirit Airlines ($183), and Delta ($317) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to San Antonio. Users have found that Frontier is 57% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $91 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $171 and $184, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to San Antonio 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 Columbus to San Antonio?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Antonio (average of $295). Flying from Columbus to San Antonio in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to San Antonio

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to San Antonio. 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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