How long does it take to fly to San Diego?

On average, it takes 4h 45m to fly from Ohio to San Diego if you fly out of Columbus (the most popular airport in Ohio) and into San Diego (the most popular airport in San Diego). If you’re flying out of Cleveland and into San Diego, then the flight time is around 6h 41m.

What airlines fly to San Diego?

American Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from Ohio according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ohio to San Diego?

Frontier is the most popular carrier operating from Ohio to San Diego

How many flights depart from Ohio to San Diego on average per day?

The number of flights available between Ohio and San Diego is 4 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 9:00AM, with 87% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Ohio to San Diego on average per week?

As of November 2025, 34 flights take off from Ohio and land in San Diego each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 29% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Ohio to San Diego Airport are updated daily.

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As of November 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Ohio to San Diego Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Ohio to San Diego 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 Ohio to San Diego Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Dec 5

CLE12:22 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

9h 53m

1 stop

SAN7:15 pmSan Diego

Dec 7

SAN2:02 pmSan Diego

18h 05m

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CLE11:07 amCleveland Hopkins Intl

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Nov 20

CLE9:52 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

13h 02m

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SAN7:54 amSan Diego

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SAN6:52 pmSan Diego

13h 15m

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CLE8:20 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

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SAN8:00 amSan Diego

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CMH5:45 pmColumbus

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Feb 5

CMH6:30 amColumbus

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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 July, then departing from Ohio 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 Ohio 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 $388. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $489. 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 $289. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $438.

What is the cheapest Ohio 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 Ohio when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $389 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Ohio for as low as $274 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Ohio to San Diego 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	$297
Fastest flight time	4h 45m
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The best one-way flight to San Diego from Ohio in the past 72 hours is $297. The best round-trip flight deal from Ohio to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $369.

The fastest flight from Ohio to San Diego takes 4h 45m

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As of November 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Ohio to San Diego Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Ohio to San Diego 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 Ohio to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Ohio to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Ohio and San Diego, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), making up 33.87% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A220-300 with 29.03%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 17.74%, and Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) with 9.68%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $138	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,115 reviews	Search Frontier flights
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Breeze Airways	PriceFrom $180	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 225 reviews	Search Breeze Airways flights
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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 July, then departing from Ohio 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?

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 $289. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $438.

What is the cheapest Ohio to San Diego flight route?

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

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Ohio to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ohio to San Diego flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ohio to San Diego?

Frontier is the most popular carrier operating from Ohio to San Diego

What airlines fly to San Diego?

How many flights depart from Ohio to San Diego on average per day?

The number of flights available between Ohio and San Diego is 4 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 9:00AM, with 87% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Ohio to San Diego on average per week?

As of November 2025, 34 flights take off from Ohio and land in San Diego each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 29% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to San Diego?

On average, it takes 4h 45m to fly from Ohio to San Diego if you fly out of Columbus (the most popular airport in Ohio) and into San Diego (the most popular airport in San Diego). If you’re flying out of Cleveland and into San Diego, then the flight time is around 6h 41m.

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