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Cheap flights from California to Columbus from $120

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from California to Columbus departing on 9/23. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 4:02 pm
SAN
-
CMH
6h 37m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
4:47 pm - 11:51 pm
CMH
-
SAN
10h 04m
1 stop
$240Frontier
Wed, Jul 29 - Mon, Aug 3
Frontier Logo
10:00 am - 4:02 pm
SAN
-
CMH
27h 02m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
4:47 pm - 9:05 am
CMH
-
SAN
19h 18m
1 stop
$241Frontier
Thu, Jul 16 - Wed, Jul 22
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 6:35 pm
SAN
-
CMH
9h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 5:10 pm
CMH
-
SAN
8h 05m
1 stop
$257Southwest
Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 16
Southwest Logo
7:30 am - 6:15 pm
SAN
-
CMH
7h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 8:45 pm
CMH
-
SAN
10h 00m
2 stops
$262Southwest
Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 16
Breeze Airways Logo
12:41 pm - 8:14 pm
SNA
-
CMH
4h 33mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
9:52 am - 11:56 am
CMH
-
SNA
5h 04mnonstop
$288Breeze Airways
Thu, Jul 9 - Sun, Jul 12
Breeze Airways Logo
12:41 pm - 8:14 pm
SNA
-
CMH
4h 33mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
9:52 am - 11:56 am
CMH
-
SNA
5h 04mnonstop
$296Breeze Airways
Thu, Jul 9 - Sun, Jul 12
Delta Logo
12:39 pm - 11:05 pm
OAK
-
CMH
7h 26m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:45 am - 11:59 am
CMH
-
OAK
7h 14m
1 stop
$323Delta
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26
United Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 6:15 pm
LAX
-
CMH
4h 30mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 9:35 am
CMH
-
LAX
4h 50mnonstop
$329United Airlines
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 28
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 12:58 am
SNA
-
CMH
7h 58m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:25 am - 10:37 am
CMH
-
SNA
7h 12m
1 stop
$349Delta
Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
9:31 pm - 5:22 am
SFO
-
CMH
4h 51mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 9:28 pm
CMH
-
SFO
9h 13m
1 stop
$355United Airlines
Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 17

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American Airlines flights from California to Columbus Airport

Our best American Airlines deals on California to Columbus Airport flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 29
SAN10:20 pmSan Diego
7h 19m
1 stop
CMH8:39 amColumbus
Sep 17
CMH5:28 amColumbus
6h 43m
1 stop
SAN9:11 amSan Diego
$279
American Airlines
Jul 31
SAN12:46 pmSan Diego
7h 07m
1 stop
CMH10:53 pmColumbus
Aug 2
CMH5:30 amColumbus
6h 34m
1 stop
SAN9:04 amSan Diego
$338
American Airlines
Jul 9
SAN12:20 pmSan Diego
8h 34m
1 stop
CMH11:54 pmColumbus
Jul 14
CMH5:30 amColumbus
6h 34m
1 stop
SAN9:04 amSan Diego
$343

Delta flights from California to Columbus Airport

Our best Delta deals on California to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Delta
Aug 19
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
8h 58m
1 stop
CMH6:13 pmColumbus
Aug 23
CMH6:00 amColumbus
8h 07m
1 stop
SAN11:07 amSan Diego
$299
Delta
Aug 13
SAN10:17 pmSan Diego
8h 40m
1 stop
CMH9:57 amColumbus
Aug 16
CMH7:35 pmColumbus
7h 00m
1 stop
SAN11:35 pmSan Diego
$307
Delta
Sep 22
OAK12:39 pmOakland
7h 26m
1 stop
CMH11:05 pmColumbus
Sep 26
CMH7:45 amColumbus
7h 14m
1 stop
OAK11:59 amOakland
$323

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 7/29

6:25 am-4:02 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Columbus

Mon 8/3

4:47 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$240

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 7/16

10:00 am-4:02 pm

1 stop27h 02m

Columbus

Wed 7/22

4:47 pm-9:05 am

1 stop19h 18m

$241

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sat 8/29

6:20 am-6:35 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Columbus

Wed 9/16

12:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$257

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sat 8/29

7:30 am-6:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Columbus

Wed 9/16

1:45 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$262

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/9

12:41 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

Columbus

Sun 7/12

9:52 am-11:56 am

Nonstop5h 04m

$288

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/9

12:41 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

Columbus

Sun 7/12

9:52 am-11:56 am

Nonstop5h 04m

$296

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Tue 9/22

12:39 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Columbus

Sat 9/26

7:45 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 14m

$323
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 7/21

10:45 am-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Columbus

Tue 7/28

7:45 am-9:35 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$329

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/4

2:00 pm-12:58 am

1 stop7h 58m

Columbus

Wed 10/21

6:25 am-10:37 am

1 stop7h 12m

$349

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Fri 8/14

9:31 pm-5:22 am

Nonstop4h 51m

Columbus

Mon 8/17

3:15 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$355

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Columbus Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport from California, with most prices found around $68. If you are unable to visit Columbus Airport during the month of August, then departing from California during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $91.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Columbus Airport?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Columbus Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $385. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $550. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Columbus Airport.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Columbus Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest California to Columbus Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Columbus Airport in the afternoon for as low as $168. Flights to Columbus Airport are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $416. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest California to Columbus flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Columbus Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Columbus Airport from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Columbus Airport for around $397 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Columbus Airport from California for as low as $342 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Columbus Airport flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Columbus Airport flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Columbus Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Columbus Airport flight.

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Best Price Found

$179

Fastest flight time

3h 45m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Columbus Airport from California in the past 72 hours is $179. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Columbus Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $348.
The fastest flight from California to Columbus Airport takes 3h 45m
Direct flights go from California to Columbus Airport every day.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Columbus Airport

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Columbus Airport?

    Prices for flights from California to Columbus Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Columbus Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Columbus Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Columbus Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Columbus Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Columbus Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Columbus Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from California to Columbus Airport?

Best airlines flying from California to Columbus Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $105Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,860 reviews
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Breeze AirwaysPriceFrom $159Free CancellationRating
8.2
293 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $162Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,454 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $199Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,777 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $230Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,898 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,246 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $260Free CancellationRating
7.1
3,014 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $336Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,583 reviews
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