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United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:15 amCMH-SFO
5h 15mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 8:55 pmSFO-CMH
4h 40mnonstop
$289United Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
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12:19 pm - 5:18 pmCMH-SFO
7h 59m1 stop
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6:34 am - 7:08 pmSFO-CMH
9h 34m1 stop
$292Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 10
Frontier Logo
8:03 pm - 12:49 pmCMH-SFO
19h 46m2 stops
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10:23 pm - 3:35 pmSFO-CMH
14h 12m1 stop
$293Frontier
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Fri, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 16
Southwest Logo
8:35 pm - 12:20 amCMH-SFO
6h 45m1 stop
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12:50 pm - 10:35 pmSFO-CMH
6h 45m1 stop
$294Southwest
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Mon, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 5
Southwest Logo
7:35 am - 12:20 pmCMH-SFO
7h 45m1 stop
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11:10 am - 9:25 pmSFO-CMH
7h 15m1 stop
$295Southwest
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Thu, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 17
Frontier Logo
8:03 pm - 10:27 pmCMH-SFO
29h 24m1 stop
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10:23 pm - 3:35 pmSFO-CMH
14h 12m1 stop
$296Frontier
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Fri, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:15 amCMH-SFO
5h 15mnonstop
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12:43 am - 10:55 amSFO-CMH
7h 12m1 stop
$299United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
7:44 pm - 12:32 amCMH-SFO
7h 48m1 stop
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10:49 pm - 2:35 pmSFO-CMH
12h 46m1 stop
$300American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 31
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6:39 pm - 11:23 pmCMH-SFO
7h 44m1 stop
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10:30 am - 10:51 pmSFO-CMH
9h 21m2 stops
$301Delta
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Fri, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 17
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4:00 pm - 11:11 pmCMH-SFO
10h 11m1 stop
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9:30 pm - 9:00 amSFO-CMH
8h 30m1 stop
$309Delta
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Delta flights from Columbus to San Francisco

Our best Delta deals on Columbus to San Francisco flight tickets
Delta
Nov 14
CMH6:39 pmColumbus
7h 44m
1 stop
SFO11:23 pmSan Francisco
Nov 17
SFO10:30 amSan Francisco
9h 21m
2 stops
CMH10:51 pmColumbus
$301
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Delta
Nov 22
CMH4:00 pmColumbus
10h 11m
1 stop
SFO11:11 pmSan Francisco
Dec 4
SFO9:30 pmSan Francisco
8h 30m
1 stop
CMH9:00 amColumbus
$309
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Delta
Nov 14
CMH5:45 pmColumbus
7h 59m
1 stop
SFO10:44 pmSan Francisco
Nov 17
SFO10:30 amSan Francisco
9h 21m
2 stops
CMH10:51 pmColumbus
$311
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United Airlines flights from Columbus to San Francisco

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United Airlines
Nov 12
CMH7:00 amColumbus
5h 15m
SFO9:15 amSan Francisco
Nov 19
SFO1:15 pmSan Francisco
4h 40m
CMH8:55 pmColumbus
$289
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United Airlines
Nov 13
CMH7:00 amColumbus
5h 15m
SFO9:15 amSan Francisco
Nov 15
SFO12:43 amSan Francisco
7h 12m
1 stop
CMH10:55 amColumbus
$299
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United Airlines
Nov 14
CMH7:50 pmColumbus
8h 25m
1 stop
SFO1:15 amSan Francisco
Nov 15
SFO5:00 amSan Francisco
6h 58m
1 stop
CMH2:58 pmColumbus
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San Francisco 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 October 23, 2025.
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ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Wed 11/12

7:00 am-9:15 am

Nonstop5h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

1:15 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$289

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Thu 11/6

12:19 pm-5:18 pm

1 stop7h 59m

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

6:34 am-7:08 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$292

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 11/14

8:03 pm-12:49 pm

2 stops19h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

10:23 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop14h 12m

$293

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Mon 12/22

8:35 pm-12:20 am

1 stop6h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 1/5

12:50 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$294

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Thu 2/12

7:35 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

11:10 am-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$295

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 11/14

8:03 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop29h 24m

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

10:23 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop14h 12m

$296

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Thu 11/13

7:00 am-9:15 am

Nonstop5h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

12:43 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 12m

$299

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Tue 12/23

7:44 pm-12:32 am

1 stop7h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

10:49 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop12h 46m

$300

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 11/14

6:39 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 44m

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

10:30 am-10:51 pm

2 stops9h 21m

$301

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sat 11/22

4:00 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop10h 11m

San Francisco

Thu 12/4

9:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop8h 30m

$309

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $358.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Columbus to San Francisco is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $559. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Tuesday, with ticket prices averaging around $838.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Columbus to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco at noon for as low as $396. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $899.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Columbus when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $402 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Columbus for as low as $319 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Columbus to San Francisco 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

5h 03m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The fastest flight from Columbus to San Francisco takes 5h 03m
Direct flights go from Columbus to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)
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  • How far is Columbus to San Francisco by plane?

    The distance between Columbus and San Francisco is about 2106.9 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 5h 15m.

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

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

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus to San Francisco 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 Francisco Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Francisco 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 $130Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,128 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $198Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,033 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $233Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,236 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,982 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $298Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,995 reviews
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