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6:51 pm - 10:37 am
CMH
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SFO
18h 46m
1 stop
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6:15 am - 7:28 pm
SFO
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CMH
10h 13m
1 stop
$306Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 2
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8:03 pm - 7:14 pm
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SFO
26h 11m
1 stop
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2:01 pm - 7:23 pm
SFO
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CMH
26h 22m
2 stops
$307Frontier
Sun, Apr 5 - Thu, Apr 16
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2:00 pm - 8:22 pm
CMH
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SFO
9h 22m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:45 pm - 9:40 am
SFO
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CMH
7h 55m
1 stop
$309Delta
Thu, Jul 23 - Mon, Aug 3
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11:19 am - 9:39 pm
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SFO
13h 20m
1 stop
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10:58 pm - 11:32 pm
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CMH
21h 34m
2 stops
$311Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 23 - Wed, Feb 25
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2:51 pm - 3:26 pm
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SFO
27h 35m
2 stops
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10:38 pm - 1:56 pm
SFO
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CMH
12h 18m
1 stop
$312Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 28
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7:00 am - 9:07 am
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SFO
5h 07mnonstop
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11:52 pm - 11:16 am
SFO
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CMH
8h 24m
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$313United Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Mon, Apr 27
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2:51 pm - 7:14 pm
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SFO
31h 23m
1 stop
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6:00 am - 6:38 pm
SFO
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CMH
9h 38m
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$315Frontier
Sun, Mar 15 - Thu, Mar 19
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6:15 am - 7:14 pm
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SFO
15h 59m
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6:00 am - 6:38 pm
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CMH
9h 38m
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$316Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 15
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7:14 pm - 8:10 pm
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27h 56m
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10:03 pm - 10:49 pm
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21h 46m
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$317Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 13
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3:30 pm - 9:11 pm
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8h 41m
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12:45 am - 11:01 am
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7h 16m
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$318United Airlines
Sat, Jun 6 - Wed, Jun 10

Frontier flights from Columbus to San Francisco

Our best Frontier deals on Columbus to San Francisco flight tickets
Frontier
Apr 5
CMH8:03 pmColumbus
26h 11m
1 stop
SFO7:14 pmSan Francisco
Apr 16
SFO2:01 pmSan Francisco
26h 22m
2 stops
CMH7:23 pmColumbus
$307
Frontier
Mar 15
CMH2:51 pmColumbus
31h 23m
1 stop
SFO7:14 pmSan Francisco
Mar 19
SFO6:00 amSan Francisco
9h 38m
1 stop
CMH6:38 pmColumbus
$315
Frontier
Feb 16
CMH8:13 pmColumbus
28h 48m
1 stop
SFO10:01 pmSan Francisco
Feb 23
SFO6:15 amSan Francisco
10h 13m
1 stop
CMH7:28 pmColumbus
$318

Alaska Airlines flights from Columbus to San Francisco

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Columbus to San Francisco flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Mar 2
CMH6:51 pmColumbus
18h 46m
1 stop
SFO10:37 amSan Francisco
Mar 11
SFO2:58 pmSan Francisco
23h 57m
2 stops
CMH5:55 pmColumbus
$354
Alaska Airlines
Feb 23
CMH6:51 pmColumbus
18h 46m
1 stop
SFO10:37 amSan Francisco
Feb 27
SFO6:30 amSan Francisco
8h 25m
1 stop
CMH5:55 pmColumbus
$453

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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 13, 2026.
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ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 2/27

6:51 pm-10:37 am

1 stop18h 46m

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

6:15 am-7:28 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$306

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sun 4/5

8:03 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop26h 11m

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

2:01 pm-7:23 pm

2 stops26h 22m

$307

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Thu 7/23

2:00 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop9h 22m

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

10:45 pm-9:40 am

1 stop7h 55m

$309

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Mon 2/23

11:19 am-9:39 pm

1 stop13h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

10:58 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops21h 34m

$311

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sun 3/8

2:51 pm-3:26 pm

2 stops27h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 3/28

10:38 pm-1:56 pm

1 stop12h 18m

$312

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 4/24

7:00 am-9:07 am

Nonstop5h 07m

San Francisco

Mon 4/27

11:52 pm-11:16 am

1 stop8h 24m

$313

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sun 3/15

2:51 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop31h 23m

San Francisco

Thu 3/19

6:00 am-6:38 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$315

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 3/6

6:15 am-7:14 pm

2 stops15h 59m

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

6:00 am-6:38 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$316

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Mon 4/6

7:14 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop27h 56m

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

10:03 pm-10:49 pm

2 stops21h 46m

$317

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Sat 6/6

3:30 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop8h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 6/10

12:45 am-11:01 am

1 stop7h 16m

$318

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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 $388.

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 $532. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $842.

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 $529. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $893.

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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 $401 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 $338 on momondo.

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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.

Best airlines flying from Columbus to San Francisco

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FrontierPriceFrom $133Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,052 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $188Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,195 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $204Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,279 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $229Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,283 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,284 reviews
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