What airlines fly to Columbus Airport?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Columbus Airport from California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Columbus Airport. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Columbus Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Columbus Airport?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Columbus Airport you fly into. For example, flying from San Diego to Columbus Airport takes 4h 10m on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport takes 4h 20m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Columbus?

Alaska Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from California to Columbus

How many flights depart from California to Columbus Airport on average per week?

As of September 2026, 29 flights take off from California and land in Columbus Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from California to Columbus Airport on average per day?

As of September 2026, 4 flights take off from California and land in Columbus Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 70% of daily flights taking off at noon.

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?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Columbus Airport is 8 as of September 2026.

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.

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6:15 am - 8:40 pmSAN San Diego-CMH Columbus

11h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8:10 am - 3:10 pmCMH Columbus-SAN San Diego

10h 00m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$222Alaska Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8

4:53 pm - 3:32 pmSAN San Diego-CMH Columbus

19h 39m1 stop Denver Intl

8:27 am - 3:50 pmCMH Columbus-SAN San Diego

10h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$238Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

6:25 am - 3:26 pmSAN San Diego-CMH Columbus

6h 01m1 stop Denver Intl

4:21 pm - 11:57 pmCMH Columbus-SAN San Diego

10h 36m1 stop Denver Intl

$246Frontier

Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13

4:53 pm - 3:26 pmSAN San Diego-CMH Columbus

19h 33m1 stop Denver Intl

4:21 pm - 11:57 pmCMH Columbus-SAN San Diego

10h 36m1 stop Denver Intl

$246Frontier

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

6:12 am - 8:55 pmOAK Oakland-CMH Columbus

11h 43m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8:27 am - 2:04 pmCMH Columbus-OAK Oakland

32h 37m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego

$328Alaska Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

2:28 pm - 3:32 pmLAX Los Angeles-CMH Columbus

22h 04m1 stop Denver Intl

8:34 am - 2:34 pmCMH Columbus-LAX Los Angeles

9h 00m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$345Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27

1:12 pm - 11:24 pmSAN San Diego-CMH Columbus

7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:50 pm - 11:56 pmCMH Columbus-SAN San Diego

7h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$347American Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 1

10:40 pm - 9:43 amSAN San Diego-CMH Columbus

8h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:27 pm - 11:54 pmCMH Columbus-SAN San Diego

7h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$347American Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1

10:40 pm - 9:55 amSAN San Diego-CMH Columbus

8h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway

7:35 pm - 11:20 pmCMH Columbus-SAN San Diego

6h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway

$347Southwest

Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 21

10:35 pm - 9:20 amSAN San Diego-CMH Columbus

7h 45m1 stop Orlando

12:50 pm - 9:10 pmCMH Columbus-SAN San Diego

11h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Austin Bergstrom

$352Southwest

Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2

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6:25 am - 3:35 pmSAN San Diego-CMH Columbus

6h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

4:30 pm - 11:51 pmCMH Columbus-SAN San Diego

10h 21m1 stop Denver Intl

$324Frontier

Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5

6:05 am - 3:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-CMH Columbus

6h 30m1 stop Denver Intl

4:27 pm - 2:40 pmCMH Columbus-LAX Los Angeles

25h 13m1 stop Denver Intl

$361Frontier

Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 12

11:53 am - 3:35 pmSFO San Francisco-CMH Columbus

24h 42m1 stop Denver Intl

8:34 am - 2:23 pmCMH Columbus-SFO San Francisco

8h 49m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$393Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 14

11:53 am - 3:35 pmSFO San Francisco-CMH Columbus

24h 42m1 stop Denver Intl

8:34 am - 2:23 pmCMH Columbus-SFO San Francisco

8h 49m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$393Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 13

10:55 am - 10:30 pmSAN San Diego-CMH Columbus

8h 35m1 stop Denver Intl

7:30 am - 11:35 amCMH Columbus-SAN San Diego

7h 05m1 stop Los Angeles

$428United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Thu, Oct 22

10:15 am - 10:05 pmSAN San Diego-CMH Columbus

8h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

5:35 pm - 11:20 pmCMH Columbus-SAN San Diego

8h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$433Southwest

Sat, Oct 3 - Thu, Oct 22

12:00 pm - 11:53 pmSFO San Francisco-CMH Columbus

8h 53m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:10 am - 1:28 pmCMH Columbus-SFO San Francisco

8h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$448American Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6

11:03 pm - 9:23 amSFO San Francisco-CMH Columbus

7h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:03 pm - 11:37 pmCMH Columbus-SFO San Francisco

7h 34m1 stop Los Angeles

$448American Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 7

10:30 am - 5:59 pmLAX Los Angeles-CMH Columbus

4h 29mnonstop

7:30 am - 9:28 amCMH Columbus-LAX Los Angeles

4h 58mnonstop

$467United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10

5:20 am - 3:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-CMH Columbus

7h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8:20 pm - 11:55 pmCMH Columbus-LAX Los Angeles

6h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway

$487Southwest

Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 9

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Dec 4

SAN6:15 amSan Diego

11h 25m

1 stop

CMH8:40 pmColumbus

Dec 8

CMH8:10 amColumbus

10h 00m

1 stop

SAN3:10 pmSan Diego

$222

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Oct 20

SAN12:10 pmSan Diego

29h 40m

1 stop

CMH8:50 pmColumbus

Oct 27

CMH8:34 amColumbus

9h 04m

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SAN2:38 pmSan Diego

$308

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Nov 13

OAK6:12 amOakland

11h 43m

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CMH8:55 pmColumbus

Nov 17

CMH8:27 amColumbus

32h 37m

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OAK2:04 pmOakland

$328

United Airlines flights from California to Columbus Airport

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Oct 24

SAN11:19 amSan Diego

9h 35m

2 stops

CMH11:54 pmColumbus

Oct 31

CMH4:59 pmColumbus

6h 37m

1 stop

SAN8:36 pmSan Diego

$352

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Jan 4

SAN6:23 pmSan Diego

7h 45m

1 stop

CMH5:08 amColumbus

Jan 11

CMH6:45 amColumbus

7h 22m

1 stop

SAN11:07 amSan Diego

$357

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Oct 17

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

7h 59m

1 stop

CMH5:59 pmColumbus

Oct 20

CMH5:10 pmColumbus

7h 04m

1 stop

SFO9:14 pmSan Francisco

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1 stop7h 06m

$347

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$347

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10:40 pm-9:55 am

1 stop8h 15m

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7:35 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$347

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Mon 11/23

10:35 pm-9:20 am

1 stop7h 45m

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Wed 12/2

12:50 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$352

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport from California, with most prices found around $377. If you are unable to visit Columbus Airport during the month of February, then departing from California during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $389.

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

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Columbus Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $400. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $510. 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 $432. 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 $420 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 $359 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.

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Fastest flight time	3h 45m
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The best one-way flight to Columbus Airport from California in the past 72 hours is $73. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Columbus Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $222.

The fastest flight from California to Columbus Airport takes 3h 45m

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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?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Columbus Airport is 8 as of September 2026.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Columbus Airport is Boeing 737-800 (38.87% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 (19.54%), Boeing 737 (9.77%), and Boeing 737-900 (9.66%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $105	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,567 reviews	Search Frontier flights
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Delta	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,610 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $230	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,260 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,042 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $250	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,097 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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