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$58+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SFO
Jan 28 — Feb 41
Tue 1/28
Tue 2/4
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). 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 January 23, 2025.

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$58
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 23, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Tue 3/49:19 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop15h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sat 3/810:30 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$124
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/199:19 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop16h 02mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/269:18 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop14h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$126
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/16:15 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/35:10 amOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$252
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 4/411:44 amCMH - SFO
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Wed 4/910:17 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop17h 01mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 2/187:45 amCMH - OAK
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Wed 2/191:15 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Deal found 1/22$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 2/2212:41 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Mon 2/2412:40 amSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 1/21$297
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Fri 2/286:15 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 3/42:43 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop23h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/22$306
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Tue 3/256:23 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 20mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/16:43 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/22$316
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Fri 6/66:50 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 00mSun Country Air
Sun 6/811:59 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop16h 18mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/22$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Fri 2/287:35 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Wed 3/55:20 amSFO - CMH
2 stops11h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/22$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Fri 2/286:11 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/412:32 amSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Wed 3/196:15 amCMH - SJC
1 stop8h 36mDelta
Tue 4/16:15 amSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Deal found 1/22$343

Find flights from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area 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 January 23, 2025.

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ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Tue 3/4

9:19 pm-9:35 am

1 stop15h 16m

Oakland

Sat 3/8

10:30 am-8:56 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$124

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 2/19

9:19 pm-10:21 am

1 stop16h 02m

San Jose

Wed 2/26

9:18 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop14h 26m

$126

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Sat 3/1

6:15 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Oakland

Mon 3/3

5:10 am-2:44 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$252

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 4/4

11:44 am-8:47 pm

1 stop12h 03m

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

10:17 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop17h 01m

$277

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Tue 2/18

7:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Oakland

Wed 2/19

1:15 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$297

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sat 2/22

12:41 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop8h 39m

San Francisco

Mon 2/24

12:40 am-11:02 am

1 stop7h 22m

$297

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 2/28

6:15 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 29m

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

2:43 pm-5:19 pm

1 stop23h 36m

$306

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Tue 3/25

6:23 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Oakland

Tue 4/1

6:43 am-5:27 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$316

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 6/6

6:50 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 6/8

11:59 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop16h 18m

$319

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 2/28

7:35 pm-12:40 am

1 stop8h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

5:20 am-8:10 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$322

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 XIH?

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

When flying from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 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 Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated January 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area. 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
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,508 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,971 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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 Francisco Bay Area. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $58. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sun Country Air and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular route from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area is Columbus - San Francisco. You may also consider Columbus - Oakland or Columbus - San Jose.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The cheapest flight price from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area is $124. On average you can expect to pay $642. The most popular route, (Columbus - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $244.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 8 airlines flying from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 January 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$152Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$168Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$299Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$299Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$358Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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