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$89+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SAN
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Columbus to San Diego are usually found in January or August, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$233
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$89
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$475
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to San Diego
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 March 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Fri 4/118:24 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 18mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/149:08 pmSAN - CMH
2 stops22h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$233
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Thu 5/16:45 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop25h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/58:29 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/24:30 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Sat 4/510:00 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/3$353
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Thu 4/246:31 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop8h 28mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/287:45 pmSAN - CMH
2 stops18h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$403
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Sat 3/226:37 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/2511:25 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$431
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Sat 7/126:00 amCMH - SAN
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/127:27 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$446
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/88:10 amCMH - SAN
1 stop9h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 9/116:50 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/2$454
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 7/83:35 pmCMH - SAN
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Sat 7/126:40 amSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 3/2$456

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

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ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Fri 4/11

8:24 pm-12:42 am

1 stop7h 18m

San Diego

Mon 4/14

9:08 pm-10:17 pm

2 stops22h 09m

$233

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 5/1

6:45 pm-5:21 pm

1 stop25h 36m

San Diego

Mon 5/5

8:29 am-6:05 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$289

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 4/2

4:30 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop8h 17m

San Diego

Sat 4/5

10:00 pm-9:41 am

1 stop8h 41m

$353

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sat 5/3

6:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

San Diego

Tue 5/6

10:15 am-9:25 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$378

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 4/24

6:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 28m

San Diego

Mon 4/28

7:45 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops18h 48m

$403

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sat 3/22

6:37 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 57m

San Diego

Tue 3/25

11:25 am-9:01 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$431

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sat 7/12

6:00 am-9:42 am

1 stop6h 42m

San Diego

Sat 7/12

7:27 pm-6:33 am

1 stop8h 06m

$446

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Fri 6/27

6:50 pm-5:19 pm

1 stop25h 29m

San Diego

Wed 7/2

6:23 pm-5:11 pm

1 stop19h 48m

$475

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sat 5/3

8:59 pm-12:42 am

1 stop6h 43m

$89

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Tue 4/1

10:32 am-9:46 pm

1 stop14h 14m

$167

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to San Diego

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 Columbus to San Diego in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Columbus Airport-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-San Diego 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 Columbus Airport-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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 Airport 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 February 28, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus Airport to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 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 Airport to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 March 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus Airport to San Diego in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport 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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport 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 March 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Columbus to San Diego have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,710 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

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?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from Columbus. Booking flights from Columbus to San Diego (SAN) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 6 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at $233. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $353 and $378, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport 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 $89. Users have also found prices from $167 and $178 on Delta and Sun Country Air, 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 Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$147Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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