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Frontier Logo
8:08 pm - 7:40 am
CMH
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SAN
14h 32m1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:09 am - 10:34 am
SAN
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CMH
22h 25m2 stops
$231Frontier
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:13 pm - 12:08 am
CMH
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SAN
6h 55m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:55 pm
SAN
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CMH
8h 40m1 stop
$240Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Fri, Mar 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:08 pm - 12:08 am
CMH
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SAN
7h 00m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:55 pm
SAN
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CMH
8h 40m1 stop
$248Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:29 pm
CMH
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SAN
10h 29m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:01 pm - 6:27 pm
SAN
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CMH
23h 26m1 stop
$254Alaska Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 7
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 5:20 pm
CMH
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SAN
12h 20m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:01 pm - 6:27 pm
SAN
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CMH
23h 26m1 stop
$264Alaska Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Sat, Feb 7
Frontier Logo
8:08 pm - 12:08 am
CMH
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SAN
7h 00m1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 7:24 pm
SAN
-
CMH
9h 59m1 stop
$268Frontier
Thu, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 22
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 5:20 pm
CMH
-
SAN
12h 20m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:01 pm - 6:27 pm
SAN
-
CMH
23h 26m1 stop
$274Alaska Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:09 pm - 12:08 am
CMH
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SAN
6h 59m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:55 pm
SAN
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CMH
8h 40m1 stop
$275Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 6
Delta Logo
10:17 am - 6:00 pm
CMH
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SAN
10h 43m2 stops
Delta Logo
5:35 pm - 9:36 am
SAN
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CMH
13h 01m2 stops
$276Delta
Tue, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 7
American Airlines Logo
9:24 am - 3:57 pm
CMH
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SAN
9h 33m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 4:19 pm
SAN
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CMH
6h 59m1 stop
$277American Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Sat, Feb 7

Frontier flights from Columbus to San Diego

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Frontier
Feb 26
CMH8:08 pmColumbus
14h 32m
1 stop
SAN7:40 amSan Diego
Mar 1
SAN9:09 amSan Diego
22h 25m
2 stops
CMH10:34 amColumbus
$231
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Frontier
Feb 19
CMH8:08 pmColumbus
7h 00m
1 stop
SAN12:08 amSan Diego
Feb 22
SAN6:25 amSan Diego
9h 59m
1 stop
CMH7:24 pmColumbus
$268
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Frontier
Mar 1
CMH8:09 pmColumbus
30h 59m
1 stop
SAN12:08 amSan Diego
Mar 6
SAN9:28 pmSan Diego
31h 02m
2 stops
CMH7:30 amColumbus
$283
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Alaska Airlines flights from Columbus to San Diego

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Columbus to San Diego flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Feb 4
CMH8:00 amColumbus
10h 29m
1 stop
SAN3:29 pmSan Diego
Feb 7
SAN4:01 pmSan Diego
23h 26m
1 stop
CMH6:27 pmColumbus
$254
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Alaska Airlines
Feb 5
CMH8:00 amColumbus
12h 20m
1 stop
SAN5:20 pmSan Diego
Feb 7
SAN4:01 pmSan Diego
23h 26m
1 stop
CMH6:27 pmColumbus
$264
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Alaska Airlines
Feb 4
CMH8:00 amColumbus
12h 20m
1 stop
SAN5:20 pmSan Diego
Feb 7
SAN4:01 pmSan Diego
23h 26m
1 stop
CMH6:27 pmColumbus
$274
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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 December 20, 2025.
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Price

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 2/26

8:08 pm-7:40 am

1 stop14h 32m

San Diego

Sun 3/1

9:09 am-10:34 am

2 stops22h 25m

$231

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Mon 3/2

8:13 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 55m

San Diego

Fri 3/6

6:15 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$240

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 3/5

8:08 pm-12:08 am

1 stop7h 00m

San Diego

Thu 3/12

6:15 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$248

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-3:29 pm

1 stop10h 29m

San Diego

Sat 2/7

4:01 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop23h 26m

$254

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 2/5

8:00 am-5:20 pm

1 stop12h 20m

San Diego

Sat 2/7

4:01 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop23h 26m

$264

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 2/19

8:08 pm-12:08 am

1 stop7h 00m

San Diego

Sun 2/22

6:25 am-7:24 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$268

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-5:20 pm

1 stop12h 20m

San Diego

Sat 2/7

4:01 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop23h 26m

$274

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sun 3/1

8:09 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 59m

San Diego

Fri 3/6

6:15 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$275

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Tue 2/3

10:17 am-6:00 pm

2 stops10h 43m

San Diego

Sat 2/7

5:35 pm-9:36 am

2 stops13h 01m

$276

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 2/5

9:24 am-3:57 pm

1 stop9h 33m

San Diego

Sat 2/7

6:20 am-4:19 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$277

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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 $377. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $519. 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 at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $528.

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 $408 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.

Cheap Columbus to San Diego flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Columbus to San Diego

Fastest flight time

4h 30m

Direct flights

Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The fastest flight from Columbus to San Diego takes 4h 30m
Direct flights go from Columbus to San Diego on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport in San Diego. From Columbus there are direct flights to 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 30m.

  • 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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Rating
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FrontierPriceFrom $140Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,082 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $147Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,192 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $185Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,096 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,050 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $274Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,018 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,258 reviews
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