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Cheap flights from Columbus to San Francisco from $81

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Frontier Logo
8:34 pm - 12:16 amCMH-SFO
6h 42m1 stop
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6:29 am - 7:39 pmSFO-CMH
10h 10m1 stop
$160Frontier
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Fri, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 3
Frontier Logo
1:25 pm - 9:23 pmCMH-SFO
10h 58m1 stop
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6:34 am - 12:58 pmSFO-CMH
27h 24m1 stop
$180Frontier
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Mon, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 15
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12:53 pm - 9:21 pmCMH-SFO
11h 28m1 stop
Logo
8:00 am - 10:45 pmSFO-CMH
11h 45m1 stop
$229
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Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16
Logo
12:53 pm - 9:21 pmCMH-SFO
11h 28m1 stop
Logo
8:00 am - 10:45 pmSFO-CMH
11h 45m1 stop
$235
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Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 23
Delta Logo
1:49 pm - 6:48 pmCMH-SFO
7h 59m1 stop
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12:45 am - 10:07 amSFO-CMH
6h 22m1 stop
$257Delta
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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 23
Delta Logo
6:15 pm - 10:41 pmCMH-SFO
7h 26m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:45 am - 10:18 amSFO-CMH
6h 33m1 stop
$258Delta
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Thu, Sep 25 - Fri, Sep 26
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9:00 am - 11:04 amCMH-SFO
5h 04mnonstop
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11:59 pm - 11:01 amSFO-CMH
8h 02m1 stop
$299United Airlines
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Fri, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 21
United Airlines Logo
5:03 pm - 10:09 pmCMH-SFO
8h 06m1 stop
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12:43 am - 11:01 amSFO-CMH
7h 18m1 stop
$303United Airlines
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Sat, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:54 am - 5:25 pmCMH-SFO
13h 31m2 stops
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8:00 am - 5:07 amSFO-CMH
18h 07m1 stop
$306Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 22
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6:54 am - 1:44 pmCMH-SFO
9h 50m1 stop
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4:52 pm - 5:07 amSFO-CMH
9h 15m1 stop
$308Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 22

Alaska Airlines flights from Columbus to San Francisco

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Columbus to San Francisco flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Sep 16
CMH6:54 amColumbus
13h 31m
2 stops
SFO5:25 pmSan Francisco
Sep 22
SFO8:00 amSan Francisco
18h 07m
1 stop
CMH5:07 amColumbus
$306
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Alaska Airlines
Sep 16
CMH6:54 amColumbus
9h 50m
1 stop
SFO1:44 pmSan Francisco
Sep 22
SFO4:52 pmSan Francisco
9h 15m
1 stop
CMH5:07 amColumbus
$308
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Alaska Airlines
Sep 16
CMH6:54 amColumbus
13h 31m
2 stops
SFO5:25 pmSan Francisco
Sep 22
SFO4:52 pmSan Francisco
9h 15m
1 stop
CMH5:07 amColumbus
$311
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Frontier flights from Columbus to San Francisco

Our best Frontier deals on Columbus to San Francisco flight tickets
Frontier
Sep 26
CMH8:34 pmColumbus
6h 42m
1 stop
SFO12:16 amSan Francisco
Oct 3
SFO6:29 amSan Francisco
10h 10m
1 stop
CMH7:39 pmColumbus
$160
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Frontier
Oct 13
CMH1:25 pmColumbus
10h 58m
1 stop
SFO9:23 pmSan Francisco
Oct 15
SFO6:34 amSan Francisco
27h 24m
1 stop
CMH12:58 pmColumbus
$180
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Frontier
Sep 26
CMH8:34 pmColumbus
6h 42m
1 stop
SFO12:16 amSan Francisco
Oct 5
SFO11:57 pmSan Francisco
16h 42m
2 stops
CMH7:39 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 August 14, 2025.
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ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 9/26

8:34 pm-12:16 am

1 stop6h 42m

San Francisco

Fri 10/3

6:29 am-7:39 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$160

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Mon 10/13

1:25 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop10h 58m

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

6:34 am-12:58 pm

1 stop27h 24m

$180

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Tue 9/9

12:53 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop11h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

8:00 am-10:45 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$229

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sat 9/13

12:53 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop11h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

8:00 am-10:45 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$235

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Tue 9/23

1:49 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop7h 59m

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

12:45 am-10:07 am

1 stop6h 22m

$257

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Thu 9/25

6:15 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 26m

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

12:45 am-10:18 am

1 stop6h 33m

$258

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 9/19

9:00 am-11:04 am

Nonstop5h 04m

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

11:59 pm-11:01 am

1 stop8h 02m

$299

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sat 9/20

5:03 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop8h 06m

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

12:43 am-11:01 am

1 stop7h 18m

$303

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Tue 9/16

6:54 am-5:25 pm

2 stops13h 31m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

8:00 am-5:07 am

1 stop18h 07m

$306

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Tue 9/16

6:54 am-1:44 pm

1 stop9h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

4:52 pm-5:07 am

1 stop9h 15m

$308

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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 January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $362.

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 $565. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $942.

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 $834.

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 $400 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 $298 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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Best Price Found

$81

Fastest flight time

5h 04m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Columbus in the past 72 hours is $81. The best round-trip flight deal from Columbus to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $160.
The fastest flight from Columbus to San Francisco takes 5h 04m
Direct flights go from Columbus to San Francisco on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is United Airlines.
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 04m.

  • 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.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus to San Francisco Airport?

  • 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.

Best airlines flying from Columbus to San Francisco

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FrontierPriceFrom $133Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,219 reviews
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Sun Country AirPriceFrom $152Free CancellationRating
6.9
333 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $198Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,980 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $249Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,244 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $299Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,916 reviews
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