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Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 7:23 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 58m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:13 pm - 12:08 am
CMH
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SAN
6h 55m1 stop
$220Frontier
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
Delta Logo
10:10 pm - 9:56 am
SAN
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CMH
8h 46m1 stop
Delta Logo
7:05 pm - 11:19 pm
CMH
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SAN
7h 14m1 stop
$277Delta
Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 19
Southwest Logo
10:40 pm - 9:45 am
SAN
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CMH
8h 05m1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:00 pm - 11:25 pm
CMH
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SAN
6h 25m1 stop
$288Southwest
Sat, Mar 28 - Mon, Apr 6
American Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 10:51 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 01m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 8:36 pm
CMH
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SAN
8h 36m1 stop
$293American Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 6:27 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 12m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:29 pm
CMH
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SAN
10h 29m1 stop
$308Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
Delta Logo
2:20 pm - 12:01 am
SAN
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CMH
6h 41m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:25 am - 10:33 am
CMH
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SAN
7h 08m1 stop
$309Delta
Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 11
United Airlines Logo
11:08 am - 10:30 pm
SAN
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CMH
8h 22m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:47 am
CMH
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SAN
7h 17m1 stop
$312United Airlines
Fri, Feb 6 - Fri, Feb 20
United Airlines Logo
11:08 am - 10:30 pm
SAN
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CMH
8h 22m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 4:36 pm
CMH
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SAN
7h 51m1 stop
$314United Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 14
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 11:57 am
SAN
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CMH
10h 32m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:45 pm - 10:58 pm
CMH
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SAN
8h 13m1 stop
$318Delta
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 17
Southwest Logo
8:50 am - 10:25 pm
SAN
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CMH
10h 35m2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 11:30 am
CMH
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SAN
8h 25m1 stop
$323Southwest
Sat, Apr 11 - Wed, Apr 15

Delta flights from San Diego to Columbus

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Delta
May 1
SAN3:00 pmSan Diego
6h 05m
1 stop
CMH12:05 amColumbus
May 23
CMH8:10 amColumbus
8h 58m
1 stop
SAN2:08 pmSan Diego
Delta
Jan 9
SAN2:20 pmSan Diego
6h 41m
1 stop
CMH12:01 amColumbus
Jan 11
CMH6:25 amColumbus
7h 08m
1 stop
SAN10:33 amSan Diego
Delta
May 1
SAN10:25 pmSan Diego
10h 32m
1 stop
CMH11:57 amColumbus
May 17
CMH5:45 pmColumbus
8h 13m
1 stop
SAN10:58 pmSan Diego

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Columbus

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to Columbus flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 17
SAN11:08 amSan Diego
8h 22m
2 stops
CMH10:30 pmColumbus
Jan 19
CMH5:45 amColumbus
6h 55m
1 stop
SAN9:40 amSan Diego
United Airlines
Jan 16
SAN11:10 amSan Diego
8h 20m
1 stop
CMH10:30 pmColumbus
Jan 19
CMH7:00 amColumbus
7h 48m
1 stop
SAN11:48 amSan Diego
United Airlines
Feb 6
SAN11:08 amSan Diego
8h 22m
2 stops
CMH10:30 pmColumbus
Feb 20
CMH5:30 amColumbus
7h 17m
1 stop
SAN9:47 amSan Diego

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Columbus 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 28, 2025.
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San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 2/26

6:25 am-7:23 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Columbus

Mon 3/2

8:13 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 55m

$220

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 5/1

10:10 pm-9:56 am

1 stop8h 46m

Columbus

Tue 5/19

7:05 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$277

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sat 3/28

10:40 pm-9:45 am

1 stop8h 05m

Columbus

Mon 4/6

8:00 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$288

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 1/13

10:50 am-10:51 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Columbus

Tue 1/20

3:00 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$293

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 1/8

6:15 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Columbus

Mon 1/12

8:00 am-3:29 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$308

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 1/9

2:20 pm-12:01 am

1 stop6h 41m

Columbus

Sun 1/11

6:25 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 08m

$309

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 2/6

11:08 am-10:30 pm

2 stops8h 22m

Columbus

Fri 2/20

5:30 am-9:47 am

1 stop7h 17m

$312

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 1/9

11:08 am-10:30 pm

2 stops8h 22m

Columbus

Wed 1/14

11:45 am-4:36 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$314

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 5/1

10:25 pm-11:57 am

1 stop10h 32m

Columbus

Sun 5/17

5:45 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$318

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sat 4/11

8:50 am-10:25 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Columbus

Wed 4/15

6:05 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 25m

$323

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus?

The cheapest month to fly to Columbus from San Diego is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $305, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Columbus from San Diego during April instead. Flights to Columbus in April, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $371.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Columbus?

The cheapest day to depart from San Diego to Columbus is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $360. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $468. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Columbus.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Columbus?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Columbus from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Columbus for around $410 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Columbus from San Diego for as low as $293 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on San Diego to Columbus 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

4h 15m

Direct flights

Mon, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Columbus

2 airports
The fastest flight from San Diego to Columbus takes 4h 15m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Columbus on Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There are 2 airports in Columbus. From San Diego there are direct flights to Columbus (CMH).
  • How far is San Diego to Columbus by plane?

    A flight from San Diego to Columbus will travel around 1951.9 mi. 4h 15m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Columbus.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Columbus?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Columbus can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Columbus. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $101Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,210 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $116Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,064 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $230Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,114 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,256 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,070 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $264Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,017 reviews
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