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American Airlines Logo
3:22 pm - 9:56 pmCMH-SAN
9h 34m1 stop
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6:15 am - 6:06 pmSAN-CMH
8h 51m1 stop
$179American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
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11:08 am - 6:51 pmCMH-SAN
10h 43m1 stop
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12:40 pm - 11:12 pmSAN-CMH
7h 32m1 stop
$198American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 18
Frontier Logo
8:03 pm - 12:07 pmCMH-SAN
19h 04m1 stop
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7:31 pm - 7:36 pmSAN-CMH
21h 05m1 stop
$215Frontier
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Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 24
Frontier Logo
8:03 pm - 12:07 pmCMH-SAN
19h 04m1 stop
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7:31 pm - 7:36 pmSAN-CMH
21h 05m1 stop
$257Frontier
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Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 24
Delta Logo
7:15 am - 12:20 pmCMH-SAN
8h 05m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:00 pm - 9:49 amSAN-CMH
8h 49m1 stop
$277Delta
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Wed, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 4
United Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 10:30 pmCMH-SAN
7h 45m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:11 am - 10:09 pmSAN-CMH
7h 58m2 stops
$282United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 6
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 10:35 amCMH-SAN
6h 50m1 stop
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1:45 pm - 10:35 pmSAN-CMH
5h 50m1 stop
$293Southwest
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Sat, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 23
Southwest Logo
4:10 pm - 6:00 pmCMH-SAN
4h 50mnonstop
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2:50 pm - 12:05 amSAN-CMH
6h 15m1 stop
$305Southwest
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Sat, Dec 13 - Tue, Dec 16
Delta Logo
6:43 am - 2:16 pmCMH-SAN
10h 33m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:00 pm - 9:49 amSAN-CMH
8h 49m1 stop
$306Delta
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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 3:28 pmCMH-SAN
7h 58m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:16 pm - 11:44 pmSAN-CMH
6h 28m1 stop
$309United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 22

American Airlines flights from Columbus to San Diego

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American Airlines
Dec 4
CMH3:22 pmColumbus
9h 34m
1 stop
SAN9:56 pmSan Diego
Dec 8
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
8h 51m
1 stop
CMH6:06 pmColumbus
$179
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American Airlines
Nov 13
CMH11:08 amColumbus
10h 43m
1 stop
SAN6:51 pmSan Diego
Nov 18
SAN12:40 pmSan Diego
7h 32m
1 stop
CMH11:12 pmColumbus
$198
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American Airlines
Nov 12
CMH6:00 amColumbus
8h 18m
1 stop
SAN11:18 amSan Diego
Nov 12
SAN10:23 pmSan Diego
9h 00m
1 stop
CMH10:23 amColumbus
$219
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United Airlines flights from Columbus to San Diego

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United Airlines
Dec 3
CMH5:45 pmColumbus
7h 45m
1 stop
SAN10:30 pmSan Diego
Dec 6
SAN11:11 amSan Diego
7h 58m
2 stops
CMH10:09 pmColumbus
$282
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United Airlines
Nov 18
CMH7:00 amColumbus
9h 04m
2 stops
SAN1:04 pmSan Diego
Nov 22
SAN10:00 pmSan Diego
8h 47m
1 stop
CMH9:47 amColumbus
$305
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United Airlines
Nov 20
CMH10:30 amColumbus
7h 58m
1 stop
SAN3:28 pmSan Diego
Nov 22
SAN2:16 pmSan Diego
6h 28m
1 stop
CMH11:44 pmColumbus
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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 5, 2025.
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ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 12/4

3:22 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop9h 34m

San Diego

Mon 12/8

6:15 am-6:06 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$179

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 11/13

11:08 am-6:51 pm

1 stop10h 43m

San Diego

Tue 11/18

12:40 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$198

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Mon 11/17

8:03 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop19h 04m

San Diego

Mon 11/24

7:31 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$215

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Mon 11/17

8:03 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop19h 04m

San Diego

Mon 11/24

7:31 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$257

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 12/3

7:15 am-12:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San Diego

Thu 12/4

10:00 pm-9:49 am

1 stop8h 49m

$277

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 12/3

5:45 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Diego

Sat 12/6

11:11 am-10:09 pm

2 stops7h 58m

$282

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sat 11/22

6:45 am-10:35 am

1 stop6h 50m

San Diego

Sun 11/23

1:45 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$293

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sat 12/13

4:10 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

San Diego

Tue 12/16

2:50 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 15m

$305

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 12/11

6:43 am-2:16 pm

2 stops10h 33m

San Diego

Sun 12/14

10:00 pm-9:49 am

1 stop8h 49m

$306

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 11/20

10:30 am-3:28 pm

1 stop7h 58m

San Diego

Sat 11/22

2:16 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$309

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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 $427 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 $304 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, Sat 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, Saturday 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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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $147Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,113 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $177Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,115 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $182Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,001 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,004 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,039 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $301Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,239 reviews
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