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Frontier Logo
6:05 pm - 12:43 pm
CMH
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SAN
21h 38m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 5:48 pm
SAN
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CMH
8h 23m
1 stop
$299Frontier
Sun, May 31 - Fri, Jun 5
Frontier Logo
4:47 pm - 9:05 am
CMH
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SAN
19h 18m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:04 am - 4:02 pm
SAN
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CMH
26h 58m
1 stop
$300Frontier
Wed, Jul 15 - Tue, Jul 21
Frontier Logo
6:43 pm - 11:50 pm
CMH
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SAN
8h 07m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:15 pm - 5:10 pm
SAN
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CMH
18h 55m
2 stops
$307Frontier
Wed, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 6
Frontier Logo
6:43 pm - 11:50 pm
CMH
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SAN
8h 07m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:37 am - 5:48 pm
SAN
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CMH
29h 11m
1 stop
$308Frontier
Mon, May 18 - Thu, May 21
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5:54 pm - 10:39 pm
CMH
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SAN
7h 45m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:27 pm - 5:15 am
SAN
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CMH
7h 48m
1 stop
$312United Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Mon, Jun 1
Frontier Logo
6:43 pm - 8:42 am
CMH
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SAN
16h 59m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:43 am - 5:05 pm
SAN
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CMH
28h 22m
2 stops
$314Frontier
Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 10
Frontier Logo
4:47 pm - 11:51 pm
CMH
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SAN
10h 04m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 4:02 pm
SAN
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CMH
6h 37m
1 stop
$315Frontier
Wed, Jul 15 - Mon, Jul 20
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:29 am
CMH
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SAN
6h 59m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:59 pm - 9:49 am
SAN
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CMH
8h 50m
1 stop
$317United Airlines
Fri, Jul 17 - Mon, Jul 20
Southwest Logo
3:55 pm - 8:55 pm
CMH
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SAN
8h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:50 pm - 1:35 am
SAN
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CMH
5h 45m
1 stop
$318Southwest
Thu, Jul 2 - Sat, Jul 11
Frontier Logo
6:43 pm - 12:33 pm
CMH
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SAN
20h 50m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
4:17 pm - 5:05 pm
SAN
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CMH
21h 48m
2 stops
$319Frontier
Mon, Jun 8 - Mon, Jun 15

United Airlines flights from Columbus to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on Columbus to San Diego flight tickets
United Airlines
May 27
CMH5:54 pmColumbus
7h 45m
1 stop
SAN10:39 pmSan Diego
Jun 1
SAN6:27 pmSan Diego
7h 48m
1 stop
CMH5:15 amColumbus
$312
United Airlines
May 21
CMH2:19 pmColumbus
7h 11m
1 stop
SAN6:30 pmSan Diego
May 28
SAN6:40 amSan Diego
7h 13m
1 stop
CMH4:53 pmColumbus
$356
United Airlines
May 11
CMH10:38 amColumbus
13h 00m
2 stops
SAN8:38 pmSan Diego
May 25
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
8h 55m
1 stop
CMH6:15 pmColumbus
$466

Delta flights from Columbus to San Diego

Our best Delta deals on Columbus to San Diego flight tickets
Delta
Jul 17
CMH7:44 pmColumbus
6h 46m
1 stop
SAN11:30 pmSan Diego
Jul 29
SAN10:30 pmSan Diego
7h 32m
1 stop
CMH9:02 amColumbus
$317
Delta
Jul 16
CMH7:44 pmColumbus
6h 46m
1 stop
SAN11:30 pmSan Diego
Jul 24
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
8h 51m
1 stop
CMH6:06 pmColumbus
$348
Delta
Jun 26
CMH7:44 pmColumbus
6h 51m
1 stop
SAN11:35 pmSan Diego
Jun 29
SAN10:00 pmSan Diego
10h 53m
1 stop
CMH11:53 amColumbus
$378

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ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sun 5/31

6:05 pm-12:43 pm

2 stops21h 38m

San Diego

Fri 6/5

6:25 am-5:48 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$299

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 7/15

4:47 pm-9:05 am

1 stop19h 18m

San Diego

Tue 7/21

10:04 am-4:02 pm

1 stop26h 58m

$300

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 6/3

6:43 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 07m

San Diego

Sat 6/6

7:15 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$307

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Mon 5/18

6:43 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 07m

San Diego

Thu 5/21

9:37 am-5:48 pm

1 stop29h 11m

$308

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 5/27

5:54 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Diego

Mon 6/1

6:27 pm-5:15 am

1 stop7h 48m

$312

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 6/3

6:43 pm-8:42 am

1 stop16h 59m

San Diego

Wed 6/10

9:43 am-5:05 pm

2 stops28h 22m

$314

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 7/15

4:47 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Diego

Mon 7/20

6:25 am-4:02 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$315

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Fri 7/17

5:30 am-9:29 am

1 stop6h 59m

San Diego

Mon 7/20

9:59 pm-9:49 am

1 stop8h 50m

$317
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 7/2

3:55 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops8h 00m

San Diego

Sat 7/11

4:50 pm-1:35 am

1 stop5h 45m

$318

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Mon 6/8

6:43 pm-12:33 pm

1 stop20h 50m

San Diego

Mon 6/15

4:17 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops21h 48m

$319

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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 November, then departing from Columbus during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $101.

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 Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $411. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $557. 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 afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $451. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $483.

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus 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 $373 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 $297 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

4h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

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 every day.
There is 1 airport in San Diego. From Columbus there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Columbus to San Diego

  • 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.

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FrontierPriceFrom $101Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,964 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $107Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,638 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $230Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,460 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,669 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $245Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,690 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,303 reviews
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