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Cheap flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego from $72

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Frontier Logo
8:18 pm - 12:01 am
CMH
-
SAN
6h 43m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 7:12 pm
SAN
-
CMH
9h 47m
1 stop
$281Frontier
dim., mai 17 - lun., juin 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:40 pm - 5:40 pm
CMH
-
SAN
26h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 7:23 pm
SAN
-
CMH
9h 58m
1 stop
$284Multiple Airlines
jeu., mai 7 - lun., mai 11
United Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 7:00 pm
CMH
-
SAN
7h 36m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 9:43 am
SAN
-
CMH
8h 13m
1 stop
$286United Airlines
lun., mars 23 - lun., mars 30
Delta Logo
12:44 pm - 8:22 pm
CMH
-
SAN
10h 38m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:30 pm - 10:01 am
SAN
-
CMH
8h 31m
1 stop
$291Delta
jeu., mars 5 - mar., mars 10
Frontier Logo
8:18 pm - 8:34 am
CMH
-
SAN
15h 16m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:16 am - 7:12 pm
SAN
-
CMH
28h 56m
1 stop
$292Frontier
jeu., mai 14 - jeu., mai 21
Delta Logo
7:14 pm - 11:25 pm
CMH
-
SAN
7h 11m
1 stop
Delta Logo
9:45 pm - 9:00 am
SAN
-
CMH
8h 15m
1 stop
$294Delta
ven., avr. 24 - dim., avr. 26
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 12:40 pm
CMH
-
SAN
9h 50m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:10 am - 6:35 pm
SAN
-
CMH
4h 25mnonstop
$295Southwest
jeu., avr. 16 - jeu., avr. 23
Frontier Logo
7:33 pm - 12:08 am
CMH
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SAN
7h 35m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:25 am - 10:44 am
SAN
-
CMH
23h 19m
2 stops
$296Frontier
dim., mars 22 - mar., mars 24
American Airlines Logo
11:36 am - 3:49 pm
CMH
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SAN
7h 13m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 5:12 pm
SAN
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CMH
7h 52m
1 stop
$297American Airlines
jeu., mars 5 - sam., mars 7
Southwest Logo
11:40 am - 7:00 pm
CMH
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SAN
10h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:50 am - 11:25 pm
SAN
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CMH
8h 35m
1 stop
$300Southwest
mer., mars 25 - mer., avr. 1

Frontier flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego

Our best Frontier deals on Columbus Airport to San Diego flight tickets
Frontier
May 17
CMH8:18 pmColumbus
6h 43m
1 stop
SAN12:01 amSan Diego
Jun 1
SAN6:25 amSan Diego
9h 47m
1 stop
CMH7:12 pmColumbus
$281
Frontier
May 14
CMH8:18 pmColumbus
15h 16m
1 stop
SAN8:34 amSan Diego
May 21
SAN11:16 amSan Diego
28h 56m
1 stop
CMH7:12 pmColumbus
$292
Frontier
Mar 22
CMH7:33 pmColumbus
7h 35m
1 stop
SAN12:08 amSan Diego
Mar 24
SAN8:25 amSan Diego
23h 19m
2 stops
CMH10:44 amColumbus
$296

United Airlines flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on Columbus Airport to San Diego flight tickets
United Airlines
Mar 23
CMH2:24 pmColumbus
7h 36m
1 stop
SAN7:00 pmSan Diego
Mar 30
SAN10:30 pmSan Diego
8h 13m
1 stop
CMH9:43 amColumbus
$286
United Airlines
Mar 11
CMH4:55 pmColumbus
8h 05m
1 stop
SAN10:00 pmSan Diego
Mar 14
SAN12:55 pmSan Diego
6h 47m
1 stop
CMH10:42 pmColumbus
$310
United Airlines
Mar 6
CMH9:15 amColumbus
9h 24m
1 stop
SAN3:39 pmSan Diego
Mar 12
SAN12:55 pmSan Diego
6h 47m
1 stop
CMH10:42 pmColumbus
$315

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego 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 mars 2, 2026.
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Depart

Return

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ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

dim. 5/17

8:18 pm-12:01 am

1 stop6h 43m

San Diego

lun. 6/1

6:25 am-7:12 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$281

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

jeu. 5/7

6:40 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops26h 00m

San Diego

lun. 5/11

6:25 am-7:23 pm

1 stop9h 58m

$284

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

lun. 3/23

2:24 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop7h 36m

San Diego

lun. 3/30

10:30 pm-9:43 am

1 stop8h 13m

$286

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

jeu. 3/5

12:44 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop10h 38m

San Diego

mar. 3/10

10:30 pm-10:01 am

1 stop8h 31m

$291

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

jeu. 5/14

8:18 pm-8:34 am

1 stop15h 16m

San Diego

jeu. 5/21

11:16 am-7:12 pm

1 stop28h 56m

$292

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

ven. 4/24

7:14 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 11m

San Diego

dim. 4/26

9:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop8h 15m

$294

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

jeu. 4/16

5:50 am-12:40 pm

1 stop9h 50m

San Diego

jeu. 4/23

11:10 am-6:35 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$295

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

dim. 3/22

7:33 pm-12:08 am

1 stop7h 35m

San Diego

mar. 3/24

8:25 am-10:44 am

2 stops23h 19m

$296

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

jeu. 3/5

11:36 am-3:49 pm

1 stop7h 13m

San Diego

sam. 3/7

6:20 am-5:12 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$297

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

mer. 3/25

11:40 am-7:00 pm

1 stop10h 20m

San Diego

mer. 4/1

11:50 am-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$300

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Columbus Airport to San Diego

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of January, then departing from Columbus Airport during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $336.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Columbus Airport to San Diego is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $412. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $507. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $439. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $488.

What is the cheapest Columbus to San Diego flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Columbus Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $387 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Columbus Airport for as low as $320 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Columbus to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Columbus Airport to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Columbus Airport to San Diego flights are approximately 46% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Columbus Airport to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$228

Fastest flight time

4h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Diego from Columbus Airport in the past 72 hours is $228. The best round-trip flight deal from Columbus Airport to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $388.
The fastest flight from Columbus Airport to San Diego takes 4h 30m
Direct flights go from Columbus Airport to San Diego every day.
There is 1 airport in San Diego. From Columbus Airport there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN).
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  • How far is Columbus to San Diego by plane?

    A flight from Columbus to San Diego will travel around 1957.7 mi. 4h 30m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus Airport to San Diego Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Columbus Airport to San Diego Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Columbus Airport to San Diego?

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Best airlines flying from Columbus Airport to San Diego

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $107Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,487 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $117Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,040 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $203Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,376 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $253Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,369 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $256Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,237 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,306 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Columbus Airport to San Diego

    Southwest operates around 2 flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $420, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from Columbus Airport to San Diego from as low as $276 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.0/10 in 4,306 reviews.

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