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Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:29 pmCMH-SAN
10h 29m1 stop
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6:15 am - 6:27 pmSAN-CMH
9h 12m1 stop
$263Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
1:19 pm - 7:12 pmCMH-SAN
8h 53m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:19 pm - 10:51 pmSAN-CMH
6h 32m1 stop
$264American Airlines
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Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 13
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:48 amCMH-SAN
7h 48m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 11:44 pmSAN-CMH
7h 39m1 stop
$267United Airlines
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Thu, Feb 5 - Sat, Feb 7
Southwest Logo
9:55 am - 5:15 pmCMH-SAN
10h 20m2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 5:45 pmSAN-CMH
8h 25m1 stop
$269Southwest
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Tue, Feb 3 - Fri, Feb 6
Delta Logo
12:57 pm - 9:05 pmCMH-SAN
11h 08m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:00 pm - 9:36 amSAN-CMH
8h 36m1 stop
$272Delta
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Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25
Frontier Logo
6:26 pm - 12:15 amCMH-SAN
8h 49m1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 5:31 pmSAN-CMH
8h 06m1 stop
$273Frontier
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Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
Delta Logo
12:57 pm - 8:22 pmCMH-SAN
10h 25m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:15 pm - 12:10 pmSAN-CMH
10h 55m1 stop
$277Delta
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Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 8
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:30 amCMH-SAN
7h 30m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:08 pm - 10:29 pmSAN-CMH
7h 21m1 stop
$280United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 14
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:40 amCMH-SAN
6h 55m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:08 am - 10:30 pmSAN-CMH
8h 22m2 stops
$282United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
Frontier Logo
6:26 pm - 12:15 amCMH-SAN
8h 49m1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:50 am - 10:58 amSAN-CMH
20h 08m2 stops
$285Frontier
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Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 18

Southwest flights from Columbus to San Diego

Our best Southwest deals on Columbus to San Diego flight tickets
Southwest
Feb 3
CMH6:40 amColumbus
7h 10m
1 stop
SAN10:50 amSan Diego
Feb 6
SAN6:50 amSan Diego
8h 20m
1 stop
CMH6:10 pmColumbus
$264
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Southwest
Feb 3
CMH9:55 amColumbus
10h 20m
2 stops
SAN5:15 pmSan Diego
Feb 6
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
8h 25m
1 stop
CMH5:45 pmColumbus
$269
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Southwest
Feb 26
CMH5:15 amColumbus
7h 20m
1 stop
SAN9:35 amSan Diego
Mar 4
SAN9:40 amSan Diego
8h 40m
2 stops
CMH9:20 pmColumbus
$282
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United Airlines flights from Columbus to San Diego

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United Airlines
Feb 5
CMH7:00 amColumbus
7h 48m
1 stop
SAN11:48 amSan Diego
Feb 7
SAN1:05 pmSan Diego
7h 39m
1 stop
CMH11:44 pmColumbus
$267
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United Airlines
Dec 10
CMH7:00 amColumbus
7h 30m
1 stop
SAN11:30 amSan Diego
Dec 14
SAN12:08 pmSan Diego
7h 21m
1 stop
CMH10:29 pmColumbus
$280
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United Airlines
Dec 31
CMH5:45 pmColumbus
8h 06m
1 stop
SAN10:51 pmSan Diego
Jan 8
SAN11:10 amSan Diego
8h 20m
1 stop
CMH10:30 pmColumbus
$319
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San Diego 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
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ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-3:29 pm

1 stop10h 29m

San Diego

Sun 1/25

6:15 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$263

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Tue 1/6

1:19 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop8h 53m

San Diego

Tue 1/13

1:19 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$264

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 2/5

7:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

San Diego

Sat 2/7

1:05 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$267

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Tue 2/3

9:55 am-5:15 pm

2 stops10h 20m

San Diego

Fri 2/6

6:20 am-5:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$269

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 1/21

12:57 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop11h 08m

San Diego

Sun 1/25

10:00 pm-9:36 am

1 stop8h 36m

$272

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Fri 1/16

6:26 pm-12:15 am

1 stop8h 49m

San Diego

Mon 1/19

6:25 am-5:31 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$273

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 2/5

12:57 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop10h 25m

San Diego

Sun 2/8

10:15 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$277

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 12/10

7:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 30m

San Diego

Sun 12/14

12:08 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$280

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 1/8

5:45 am-9:40 am

1 stop6h 55m

San Diego

Mon 1/12

11:08 am-10:30 pm

2 stops8h 22m

$282

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Fri 1/16

6:26 pm-12:15 am

1 stop8h 49m

San Diego

Sun 1/18

11:50 am-10:58 am

2 stops20h 08m

$285

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Columbus to San Diego

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of January, then departing from Columbus during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $348.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest day to depart from Columbus to San Diego is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $376. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $498. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $373. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $477.

What is the cheapest Columbus to San Diego flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Columbus when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $421 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Columbus for as low as $291 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Columbus to San Diego flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Columbus to San Diego 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

4h 45m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri and Sun

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The fastest flight from Columbus to San Diego takes 4h 45m
Direct flights go from Columbus to San Diego on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)
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  • How far is Columbus to San Diego by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Columbus to San Diego is 1951.9 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 50m.

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

    Prices for flights from Columbus to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Columbus to San Diego Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Columbus to San Diego

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FrontierPriceFrom $140Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,099 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $147Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,158 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $185Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,046 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $274Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,998 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,038 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $300Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,254 reviews
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