Cheap flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego from $86
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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 August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $337.
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 Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $392. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $532. 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 evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $373. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $528.
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 6 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $431 when searching 6 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 $375 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Columbus to San Diego flights?
There are 1 cabin classes 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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Columbus to San Diego?
Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Columbus to San Diego
What airlines fly to San Diego?
American Airlines, Southwest and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from Columbus Airport according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Columbus Airport to San Diego on average per week?
1 flights are operational weekly from Columbus Airport to San Diego as of June 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Sat, with 100% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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Best Price Found | $86 |
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Fastest flight time | 4h 35m |
Direct flights | Fri, Sat and Sun |
Airports in San Diego | 1 airport |
How far is Columbus to San Diego by plane?
A flight from Columbus to San Diego will travel around 1957.7 mi. 4h 40m 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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego Airport?
As of June 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego Airport.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Columbus Airport to San Diego is Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) (71.43% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (21.43%) and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (7.14%).
What is the most popular airline from Columbus Airport to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Columbus Airport to San Diego is American Airlines (32% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Southwest (21%), Delta (21%), and Spirit Airlines (12%).
Best airlines flying from Columbus Airport to San Diego
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Columbus Airport to San Diego with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $140 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,296 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $146 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,060 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $242 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $246 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,801 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $256 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,963 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $371 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,278 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Columbus Airport to San Diego
Southwest operates around 1 flight from Columbus Airport to San Diego every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $490, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from Columbus Airport to San Diego from as low as $371 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.0/10 in 4,278 reviews.
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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to San Diego from Columbus.
Can I find flights from Columbus to San Diego with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from Columbus to San Diego with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
How can momondo help me find flights from Columbus to San Diego?
Once all potential Columbus to San Diego flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Columbus to San Diego right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from Columbus to San Diego now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to San Diego and let you know when they change.