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8:08 pm - 8:03 am
CMH
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SFO
14h 55m1 stop
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7:15 pm - 11:53 pm
SFO
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CMH
25h 38m2 stops
$283Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Tue, Mar 3
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10:40 am - 1:24 pm
CMH
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SFO
29h 44m2 stops
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6:25 am - 5:31 pm
SFO
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CMH
8h 06m1 stop
$284Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
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8:00 am - 2:00 pm
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SFO
9h 00m1 stop
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7:00 am - 6:27 pm
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CMH
8h 27m1 stop
$289Alaska Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Fri, Jan 30
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8:00 am - 2:00 pm
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SFO
9h 00m1 stop
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11:20 pm - 10:47 am
SFO
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CMH
8h 27m1 stop
$290Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 10
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8:00 am - 9:25 pm
CMH
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SFO
16h 25m2 stops
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7:00 am - 6:27 pm
SFO
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CMH
8h 27m1 stop
$293Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 2
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10:17 am - 5:49 pm
CMH
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SFO
10h 32m2 stops
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8:05 pm - 9:48 am
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CMH
10h 43m2 stops
$294Delta
Wed, Jan 21 - Fri, Jan 23
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8:00 am - 8:12 pm
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SFO
15h 12m1 stop
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12:00 pm - 6:27 pm
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CMH
27h 27m1 stop
$295Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 10
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6:51 pm - 10:37 am
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SFO
18h 46m1 stop
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11:34 am - 5:55 pm
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CMH
27h 21m1 stop
$297Alaska Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Tue, Feb 24
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8:00 am - 3:50 pm
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10h 50m1 stop
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6:15 am - 5:31 pm
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8h 16m1 stop
$299Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Fri, Jan 16
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8:00 am - 2:00 pm
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9h 00m1 stop
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11:35 pm - 10:48 am
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8h 13m1 stop
$300Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 11

Alaska Airlines flights from Columbus to San Francisco

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Alaska Airlines
Jan 26
CMH8:00 amColumbus
9h 00m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
Feb 2
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
8h 27m
1 stop
CMH6:27 pmColumbus
Alaska Airlines
Jan 28
CMH8:00 amColumbus
16h 25m
2 stops
SFO9:25 pmSan Francisco
Feb 2
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
8h 27m
1 stop
CMH6:27 pmColumbus
Alaska Airlines
Feb 6
CMH8:00 amColumbus
15h 12m
1 stop
SFO8:12 pmSan Francisco
Feb 8
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
8h 27m
1 stop
CMH6:27 pmColumbus

Delta flights from Columbus to San Francisco

Our best Delta deals on Columbus to San Francisco flight tickets
Delta
Jan 21
CMH10:17 amColumbus
10h 32m
2 stops
SFO5:49 pmSan Francisco
Jan 23
SFO8:05 pmSan Francisco
10h 43m
2 stops
CMH9:48 amColumbus
Delta
Jan 9
CMH12:44 pmColumbus
13h 44m
2 stops
SFO11:28 pmSan Francisco
Jan 11
SFO10:54 pmSan Francisco
7h 54m
1 stop
CMH9:48 amColumbus
Delta
Jun 6
CMH7:00 amColumbus
9h 20m
1 stop
SFO1:20 pmSan Francisco
Jun 8
SFO11:45 pmSan Francisco
6h 55m
1 stop
CMH9:40 amColumbus

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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 December 18, 2025.
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ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Thu 2/26

8:08 pm-8:03 am

1 stop14h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

7:15 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops25h 38m

$283

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 1/16

10:40 am-1:24 pm

2 stops29h 44m

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

6:25 am-5:31 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$284

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Mon 1/26

8:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

7:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$289

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Wed 1/7

8:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

11:20 pm-10:47 am

1 stop8h 27m

$290

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops16h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

7:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$293

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Wed 1/21

10:17 am-5:49 pm

2 stops10h 32m

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

8:05 pm-9:48 am

2 stops10h 43m

$294

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 2/6

8:00 am-8:12 pm

1 stop15h 12m

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

12:00 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop27h 27m

$295

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Thu 2/19

6:51 pm-10:37 am

1 stop18h 46m

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

11:34 am-5:55 pm

1 stop27h 21m

$297

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Wed 1/14

8:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

6:15 am-5:31 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$299

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Thu 1/8

8:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

11:35 pm-10:48 am

1 stop8h 13m

$300

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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 $376.

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 $534. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $837.

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 $881.

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 $395 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 $324 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 08m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The fastest flight from Columbus to San Francisco takes 5h 08m
Direct flights go from Columbus to San Francisco on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
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 08m.

  • 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.

Best airlines flying from Columbus to San Francisco

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FrontierPriceFrom $133Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,081 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $201Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,054 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $229Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,250 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,005 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $297Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,091 reviews
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