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$62+ Cheap flights from Columbus to San Diego (SAN)

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 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SAN
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Columbus to San Diego are usually found in August or February, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to San Diego (SAN). 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 November 21, 2024.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/138:57 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop14h 16mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/236:15 amSAN - CMH
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$245
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 11/268:21 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop6h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/25:24 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop22h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$267
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 12/228:42 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop16h 40mFrontier
Thu 1/26:25 amSAN - CMH
1 stop10h 27mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:45 amCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Sat 12/2810:23 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Deal found 11/21$394
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/127:00 amCMH - SAN
2 stops11h 02mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/155:15 pmSAN - CMH
2 stops13h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$447
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:45 amCMH - SAN
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Fri 1/34:05 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$547

Find flights from Columbus to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San Diego 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Fri 12/13

8:57 pm-8:13 am

1 stop14h 16m

San Diego

Mon 12/23

6:15 am-7:41 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$245

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sun 12/22

8:42 pm-10:22 am

1 stop16h 40m

San Diego

Thu 1/2

6:25 am-7:52 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$288

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Tue 2/11

6:12 am-9:05 pm

1 stop17h 53m

San Diego

Sun 2/16

7:25 am-5:15 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$300

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sat 1/11

6:46 am-3:29 pm

1 stop11h 43m

San Diego

Sun 1/19

4:55 pm-9:57 pm

3 stops26h 02m

$302

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 2/20

6:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 44m

San Diego

Sun 2/23

9:59 pm-5:19 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$350

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 2/13

4:01 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop9h 25m

San Diego

Sun 2/16

1:00 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$374

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 12/12

7:00 am-3:02 pm

2 stops11h 02m

San Diego

Sun 12/15

5:15 pm-9:49 am

2 stops13h 34m

$447

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 2/13

3:10 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

San Diego

Mon 2/17

3:40 pm-1:00 am

1 stop6h 20m

$462

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Mon 12/16

8:57 pm-9:15 am

1 stop15h 18m

$62

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 12/18

6:00 am-10:54 am

1 stop7h 54m

$158

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to San Diego

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to San Diego. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Columbus to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to San Diego in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 3, 2024.

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

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines and United Airlines from Columbus to San Diego. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to San Diego. 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 Diego from Columbus?

    If you book a flight to San Diego from Columbus, you will be flying to San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There is 1 flight from Columbus to San Diego per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $245, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $62. Users have also found prices from $158 and $198 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Columbus to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 Columbus to San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to San Diego. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$148Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$152Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$247Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$353Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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