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Cheap flights from Columbus to San Francisco (SFO) from $98

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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — SFO
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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The best prices from Columbus to San Francisco are usually found in September or August, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 May 30, 2024.

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September

Round-trip from

$268

One-way from

$187
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus to San Francisco?

Users have found that flying from Columbus to San Francisco on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus to San Francisco?

To save on the cost of your flight from Columbus to San Francisco, book at least 44 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 36% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $389 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $389.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to San Francisco?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to San Francisco from Columbus average $400. You can even find prices in September for less than $400, as users have found deals to San Francisco from as low as $213. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to San Francisco from Columbus. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 22%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to SFO?

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to San Francisco in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Columbus to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Columbus and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest American Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Columbus to San Francisco. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Tue 8/206:25 amCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/285:08 amSFO - CMH
1 stop9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$215
Wed 8/143:37 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/171:13 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/30$220
Wed 8/143:37 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/171:13 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$230
Wed 8/143:37 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/1612:59 amSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$232
Fri 8/98:15 amCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/121:13 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$245
Sat 8/37:55 amCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/66:00 amSFO - CMH
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$332
Sat 7/136:57 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/1312:59 amSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/30$373

Cheap Delta flights from Columbus to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Columbus and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Delta flights we've found at this time heading from Columbus to San Francisco. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Sat 8/1710:00 amCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 52mDelta
Tue 8/2011:55 amSFO - CMH
1 stop9h 02mDelta
Deal found 5/29$256
Sat 8/247:45 amCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Sat 8/311:43 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Deal found 5/29$262
Sun 9/16:21 amCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 47mDelta
Sat 9/75:19 amSFO - CMH
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Deal found 5/29$268
Thu 8/88:09 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Mon 8/1210:55 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Deal found 5/29$287
Tue 9/32:00 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Sun 9/89:29 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 5/29$293
Wed 9/410:29 amCMH - SFO
2 stops13h 49mDelta
Tue 9/101:30 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/29$294
Wed 7/101:55 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Tue 7/161:43 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Deal found 5/29$318
Thu 8/88:09 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Tue 8/135:34 pmSFO - CMH
2 stops13h 28mDelta
Deal found 5/29$319
Thu 8/17:34 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Wed 8/76:03 amSFO - CMH
2 stops13h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/29$324

Cheap Columbus to San Francisco flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to San Francisco specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 30, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to San Francisco in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 6/135:58 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop17h 21mFrontier
Sat 6/1512:59 amSFO - CMH
1 stop16h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$250
Thu 6/135:58 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop17h 21mFrontier
Tue 6/188:04 amSFO - CMH
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Deal found 5/30$253
Thu 6/135:58 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop17h 21mFrontier
Sat 6/1512:59 amSFO - CMH
1 stop16h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$255
Tue 6/188:40 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop14h 39mFrontier
Wed 6/197:37 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop18h 30mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$274
Thu 6/65:58 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/911:59 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop15h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$286
Tue 6/118:40 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop14h 39mFrontier
Wed 6/1912:59 amSFO - CMH
1 stop13h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$294
Thu 6/135:58 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop17h 21mFrontier
Mon 6/177:37 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop21h 02mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$297
Thu 6/135:58 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop17h 21mFrontier
Sun 6/167:50 amSFO - CMH
1 stop10h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$302
Tue 6/118:40 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop14h 39mFrontier
Tue 6/188:04 amSFO - CMH
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Deal found 5/30$304

Columbus to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to San Francisco in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 8/136:26 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 16mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/207:00 amSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/29$208
Tue 8/206:25 amCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/285:08 amSFO - CMH
1 stop9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$215
Wed 8/143:37 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/171:13 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/30$220
Tue 7/98:40 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop14h 33mFrontier
Mon 7/1512:59 amSFO - CMH
1 stop15h 41mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$222
Thu 8/156:26 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 16mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/217:00 amSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/29$223
Thu 9/59:46 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop13h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/177:00 amSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$228
Wed 8/143:37 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/171:13 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$230
Wed 8/143:37 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/1612:59 amSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$232
Mon 8/269:46 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop12h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/95:50 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$233

Non-stop flights to San Francisco from Columbus

Discover non-stop flight options from Columbus to San Francisco. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from Columbus to San Francisco. Users can also choose from other Columbus to San Francisco flights by using the search form above.
Wed 8/147:38 amCMH - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/1711:00 pmSFO - CMH
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/28$389
Mon 8/267:12 pmCMH - SFO
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/910:35 amSFO - CMH
Nonstop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$402
Thu 7/117:38 amCMH - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/2611:00 pmSFO - CMH
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$413
Sun 9/227:12 pmCMH - SFO
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/2811:05 amSFO - CMH
Nonstop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/28$430
Thu 8/297:12 pmCMH - SFO
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/210:35 amSFO - CMH
Nonstop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$433
Thu 6/277:38 amCMH - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/3011:00 pmSFO - CMH
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$444
Thu 7/47:38 amCMH - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/711:00 pmSFO - CMH
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$456
Fri 7/127:38 amCMH - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/2711:00 pmSFO - CMH
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$467
Fri 7/267:38 amCMH - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/111:00 pmSFO - CMH
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$489

Columbus to San Francisco flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Columbus to San Francisco for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Columbus to San Francisco. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Thu 6/65:58 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/911:59 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop15h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$286
Thu 6/65:58 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Sat 6/812:59 amSFO - CMH
1 stop16h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$307
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 02mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/118:04 amSFO - CMH
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$335
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1012:59 amSFO - CMH
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$340
Thu 6/65:58 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop17h 21mFrontier
Mon 6/107:37 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop21h 02mFrontier
Deal found 5/30$362
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 02mSun Country Air
Sun 6/911:59 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop15h 04mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/30$372
Tue 6/49:19 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop14h 00mFrontier
Wed 6/57:37 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop18h 30mFrontier
Deal found 5/30$386
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/812:59 amSFO - CMH
1 stop16h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$392
Tue 6/49:19 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop14h 00mFrontier
Tue 6/118:04 amSFO - CMH
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Deal found 5/30$396

One-way flights to San Francisco from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Columbus to San Francisco can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Columbus to San Francisco instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 6/65:58 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$98
Thu 6/135:58 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop17h 21mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$108
Sat 8/243:37 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$118
Fri 8/233:37 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/30$127
Tue 10/111:00 amCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/30$128
Tue 7/28:30 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop14h 44mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/28$138
Thu 6/275:58 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Deal found 5/28$139
Sun 6/169:59 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop13h 20mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$153
Wed 10/161:57 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/30$154

Find flights from Columbus to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San Francisco 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 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$208 - $389

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Tue 8/13

1 stop8h 16m

San Francisco

Tue 8/20

1 stop8h 34m

$208

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Tue 8/20

1 stop8h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 8/28

1 stop9h 25m

$215

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Wed 8/14

1 stop10h 04m

San Francisco

Sat 8/17

1 stop7h 41m

$220

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Tue 7/9

1 stop14h 33m

San Francisco

Mon 7/15

1 stop15h 41m

$222

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Thu 8/15

1 stop8h 16m

San Francisco

Wed 8/21

1 stop8h 34m

$223

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Thu 9/5

1 stop13h 27m

San Francisco

Tue 9/17

1 stop7h 34m

$228

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sat 8/17

1 stop9h 52m

San Francisco

Tue 8/20

1 stop9h 02m

$256

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Wed 7/3

1 stop16h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 7/7

1 stop15h 21m

$306

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Wed 8/14

Nonstop5h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 8/17

Nonstop4h 42m

$389

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Deals found on 5/29

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 24, 2024.
Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to San Francisco

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Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

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SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated May 30, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines from Columbus to San Francisco have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,777 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,284 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Sun Country Air
7.2
Good
597 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Columbus?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to San Francisco. 7 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to San Francisco should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Columbus per day.

  • Can I find flights from Columbus to San Francisco for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus to San Francisco for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Alaska Airlines for just $208, but on average you can expect to pay $237.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Columbus to San Francisco for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Columbus to San Francisco under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Columbus to San Francisco is less than $504.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus to San Francisco for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Columbus to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $300.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to San Francisco round-trip from $208. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $215, and Frontier, from $222. Alaska Airlines is 48% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $98 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $118 and $128, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $527, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $194. The most popular route (Columbus - San Francisco), is priced around $224.

  • What does CMH to SFO mean?

    Columbus Airport is CMH and San Francisco Airport is SFO. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Columbus to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/30.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus to San Francisco?

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta are the most popular airlines when flying from Columbus to San Francisco.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Columbus to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 7 airlines flying from Columbus to San Francisco

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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest$175Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Breeze AirwaysCheapest$202Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$205Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$221Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$257Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$304Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hourly flight availability from Columbus to San Francisco

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Weekly flight availability from Columbus to San Francisco

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