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Frontier Logo
6:44 pm - 12:27 am
CMH
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SFO
8h 43m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:38 pm - 7:23 pm
SFO
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CMH
41h 45m
2 stops
$298Frontier
Mon, Apr 27 - Fri, May 1
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7:00 am - 9:07 am
CMH
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SFO
5h 07mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:32 pm
SFO
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CMH
6h 32m
1 stop
$299United Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 19
Frontier Logo
8:19 pm - 12:27 am
CMH
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SFO
31h 08m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:41 pm - 5:40 pm
SFO
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CMH
19h 59m
2 stops
$301Frontier
Sun, Apr 26 - Thu, Apr 30
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:12 am
CMH
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SFO
5h 12mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 7:59 pm
SFO
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CMH
4h 54mnonstop
$303United Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 12
Southwest Logo
12:35 pm - 6:35 pm
CMH
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SFO
9h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
10:30 am - 11:10 pm
SFO
-
CMH
9h 40m
2 stops
$304Southwest
Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12
Frontier Logo
1:07 pm - 7:14 pm
CMH
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SFO
9h 07m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:03 pm - 7:18 pm
SFO
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CMH
18h 15m
1 stop
$306Frontier
Tue, Mar 31 - Mon, Apr 6
United Airlines Logo
7:54 pm - 12:30 am
CMH
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SFO
7h 36m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 3:28 pm
SFO
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CMH
7h 23m
1 stop
$309United Airlines
Sat, May 23 - Sat, May 30
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8:18 pm - 12:22 am
CMH
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SFO
7h 04m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:57 am - 5:40 am
SFO
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CMH
16h 43m
2 stops
$310Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Wed, May 20
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:32 am
CMH
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SFO
5h 32mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 9:41 am
SFO
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CMH
6h 42m
1 stop
$312United Airlines
Fri, Mar 20 - Mon, Mar 23
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7:00 am - 9:07 am
CMH
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SFO
5h 07mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 9:59 pm
SFO
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CMH
4h 54mnonstop
$313United Airlines
Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 18

Delta flights from Columbus to San Francisco

Our best Delta deals on Columbus to San Francisco flight tickets
Delta
May 2
CMH7:10 amColumbus
9h 55m
2 stops
SFO2:05 pmSan Francisco
May 8
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
10h 24m
2 stops
CMH9:54 amColumbus
$315
Delta
May 2
CMH7:10 amColumbus
9h 55m
2 stops
SFO2:05 pmSan Francisco
Aug 20
SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco
7h 14m
1 stop
CMH11:59 pmColumbus
$332
Delta
May 2
CMH7:10 amColumbus
9h 55m
2 stops
SFO2:05 pmSan Francisco
May 9
SFO5:55 amSan Francisco
9h 57m
2 stops
CMH6:52 pmColumbus
$335

United Airlines flights from Columbus to San Francisco

Our best United Airlines deals on Columbus to San Francisco flight tickets
United Airlines
Jun 6
CMH7:00 amColumbus
5h 06m
SFO9:06 amSan Francisco
Jun 9
SFO12:45 amSan Francisco
7h 17m
1 stop
CMH11:02 amColumbus
$299
United Airlines
May 6
CMH7:00 amColumbus
5h 12m
SFO9:12 amSan Francisco
May 12
SFO12:05 pmSan Francisco
4h 54m
CMH7:59 pmColumbus
$303
United Airlines
May 23
CMH7:54 pmColumbus
7h 36m
1 stop
SFO12:30 amSan Francisco
May 30
SFO5:05 amSan Francisco
7h 23m
1 stop
CMH3:28 pmColumbus
$309

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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 February 27, 2026.
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Price

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Mon 4/27

6:44 pm-12:27 am

1 stop8h 43m

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

10:38 pm-7:23 pm

2 stops41h 45m

$298

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 4/17

7:00 am-9:07 am

Nonstop5h 07m

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

5:00 am-2:32 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$299

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sun 4/26

8:19 pm-12:27 am

1 stop31h 08m

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

6:41 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops19h 59m

$301

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Wed 5/6

7:00 am-9:12 am

Nonstop5h 12m

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

12:05 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$303

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sat 5/9

12:35 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops9h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

10:30 am-11:10 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$304

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Tue 3/31

1:07 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop9h 07m

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

10:03 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$306

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sat 5/23

7:54 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 36m

San Francisco

Sat 5/30

5:05 am-3:28 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$309

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Thu 5/14

8:18 pm-12:22 am

1 stop7h 04m

San Francisco

Wed 5/20

9:57 am-5:40 am

2 stops16h 43m

$310

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 3/20

7:00 am-9:32 am

Nonstop5h 32m

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

11:59 pm-9:41 am

1 stop6h 42m

$312

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sat 4/11

7:00 am-9:07 am

Nonstop5h 07m

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

2:05 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$313

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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 April, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $389.

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 Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $523. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $840.

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 in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the afternoon for as low as $540. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $898.

What is the cheapest Columbus to San Francisco flight route?

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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 $343 on momondo.

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

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Fastest flight time

5h 06m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The fastest flight from Columbus to San Francisco takes 5h 06m
Direct flights go from Columbus to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport in San Francisco. From Columbus there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).
  • 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 06m.

  • 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 $124Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,041 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $204Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,357 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $215Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,242 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $229Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,301 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,351 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $326Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,896 reviews
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