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$82+ 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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SFO
Dec 29 — Jan 51
Sun 12/29
Sun 1/5
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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 December 24, 2024.

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$139
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One-way from

$82
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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 December 24, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/3110:32 amCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Tue 1/77:10 amSFO - CMH
1 stop9h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/23$499
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/312:00 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Tue 1/76:35 amSFO - CMH
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/23$524
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/278:36 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop16h 07mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/35:30 amOAK - CMH
1 stop11h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/23$527
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/314:15 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Thu 1/22:05 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$531
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Sun 12/298:42 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop14h 17mFrontier
Thu 1/26:00 amSFO - CMH
1 stop10h 52mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$535
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/317:38 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop7h 08mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/28:10 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop20h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/23$548
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/316:00 amCMH - SJC
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Thu 1/21:43 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Deal found 12/22$591
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/2812:00 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop10h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/3112:17 amSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$658
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Wed 12/259:01 amCMH - SFO
2 stops13h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3112:59 amSFO - CMH
1 stop13h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$671
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Tue 12/316:00 amCMH - SJC
2 stops12h 08mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/28:30 amSJC - CMH
2 stops12h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$761
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/258:00 amCMH - OAK
1 stop11h 40mSouthwest
Sun 12/2910:05 amOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/23$834
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/257:45 amCMH - OAK
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Sun 12/295:30 amOAK - CMH
2 stops11h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/23$843

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 December 24, 2024.

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ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 2/19

9:19 pm-10:21 am

1 stop16h 02m

San Jose

Mon 2/24

9:18 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop14h 26m

$139

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Wed 1/22

6:52 am-11:46 am

1 stop7h 54m

Oakland

Wed 1/29

7:02 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$147

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Wed 1/22

6:17 pm-12:52 pm

2 stops21h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 1/28

2:07 pm-5:17 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$294

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Wed 1/22

11:46 am-6:15 pm

1 stop9h 29m

San Francisco

Tue 1/28

9:00 am-10:33 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$296

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sat 1/25

3:41 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop8h 31m

San Francisco

Sat 2/1

6:45 am-7:00 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$311

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Wed 1/22

7:45 am-12:33 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Oakland

Wed 1/29

1:15 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$316

ColumbusSanta Rosa

CMH - STS

CMHSTS

Columbus

Tue 2/4

7:41 am-12:28 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Tue 2/11

12:58 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$328

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 1/22

6:17 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Jose

Wed 1/29

3:14 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop23h 03m

$328

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Wed 1/29

6:17 pm-8:49 am

2 stops17h 32m

Oakland

Wed 2/5

10:41 am-5:17 pm

2 stops27h 36m

$334

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 1/22

11:45 am-6:51 pm

2 stops10h 06m

San Jose

Wed 1/29

6:00 am-6:59 pm

2 stops9h 59m

$338

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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 $406). 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 December 24, 2024.

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 December 24, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest 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
4,765 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,555 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,580 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,009 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
4,765 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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 $82. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, 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 $259. On average you can expect to pay $800. The most popular route, (Columbus - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $296.

  • 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 $406). 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 December 24, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$148Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$168Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$204Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$297Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$299Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$354Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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