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Hawaiian Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 6:27 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 12m1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:29 pm
CMH
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SAN
10h 29m1 stop
$239Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 10:44 am
SAN
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CMH
21h 59m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:08 pm - 7:40 am
CMH
-
SAN
14h 32m1 stop
$261Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Thu, Feb 19
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 6:27 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 12m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 5:20 pm
CMH
-
SAN
12h 20m1 stop
$264Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28
United Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 11:44 pm
SAN
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CMH
7h 39m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:09 am - 11:38 am
CMH
-
SAN
7h 29m1 stop
$272United Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Thu, Feb 19
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:49 am - 6:27 pm
SAN
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CMH
27h 38m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:07 am
CMH
-
SAN
29h 07m1 stop
$275Alaska Airlines
Tue, Feb 3 - Fri, Feb 6
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 11:58 pm
SAN
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CMH
6h 58m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:20 am - 2:08 pm
CMH
-
SAN
6h 48m1 stop
$277Delta
Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 16
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 8:21 pm
SAN
-
CMH
8h 21m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 am
CMH
-
SAN
8h 45m1 stop
$282United Airlines
Tue, Feb 3 - Thu, Feb 5
Southwest Logo
10:40 pm - 10:15 am
SAN
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CMH
8h 35m1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:55 pm - 10:30 pm
CMH
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SAN
7h 35m1 stop
$288Southwest
Fri, Mar 27 - Sat, Apr 4
United Airlines Logo
12:11 pm - 10:29 pm
SAN
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CMH
7h 18m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 am
CMH
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SAN
8h 45m1 stop
$293United Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 17
Delta Logo
1:29 pm - 10:59 pm
SAN
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CMH
6h 30m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:48 am - 6:00 pm
CMH
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SAN
10h 12m2 stops
$296Delta
Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28

Alaska Airlines flights from San Diego to Columbus

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Alaska Airlines
Jan 21
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
9h 12m
1 stop
CMH6:27 pmColumbus
Jan 28
CMH8:00 amColumbus
12h 20m
1 stop
SAN5:20 pmSan Diego
$264
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Alaska Airlines
Feb 3
SAN11:49 amSan Diego
27h 38m
1 stop
CMH6:27 pmColumbus
Feb 6
CMH8:00 amColumbus
29h 07m
1 stop
SAN10:07 amSan Diego
$275
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Alaska Airlines
Jan 8
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
9h 12m
1 stop
CMH6:27 pmColumbus
Jan 12
CMH8:00 amColumbus
29h 07m
1 stop
SAN10:07 amSan Diego
$336
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United Airlines flights from San Diego to Columbus

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United Airlines
Feb 18
SAN1:05 pmSan Diego
7h 39m
1 stop
CMH11:44 pmColumbus
Feb 19
CMH7:09 amColumbus
7h 29m
1 stop
SAN11:38 amSan Diego
$272
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United Airlines
Feb 3
SAN9:00 amSan Diego
8h 21m
2 stops
CMH8:21 pmColumbus
Feb 5
CMH6:00 amColumbus
8h 45m
1 stop
SAN11:45 amSan Diego
$282
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United Airlines
Jan 9
SAN12:11 pmSan Diego
7h 18m
1 stop
CMH10:29 pmColumbus
Jan 17
CMH6:00 amColumbus
8h 45m
1 stop
SAN11:45 amSan Diego
$293
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San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 1/21

6:15 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Columbus

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-3:29 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$239

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 2/18

9:45 am-10:44 am

2 stops21h 59m

Columbus

Thu 2/19

8:08 pm-7:40 am

1 stop14h 32m

$261

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 1/21

6:15 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Columbus

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-5:20 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$264

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 2/18

1:05 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Columbus

Thu 2/19

7:09 am-11:38 am

1 stop7h 29m

$272

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 2/3

11:49 am-6:27 pm

1 stop27h 38m

Columbus

Fri 2/6

8:00 am-10:07 am

1 stop29h 07m

$275

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 5/13

2:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Columbus

Sat 5/16

10:20 am-2:08 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$277

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 2/3

9:00 am-8:21 pm

2 stops8h 21m

Columbus

Thu 2/5

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop8h 45m

$282

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 3/27

10:40 pm-10:15 am

1 stop8h 35m

Columbus

Sat 4/4

5:55 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$288

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 1/9

12:11 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Columbus

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop8h 45m

$293

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 1/21

1:29 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Columbus

Wed 1/28

10:48 am-6:00 pm

2 stops10h 12m

$296

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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 $296, 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.

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

Flying to Columbus from San Diego in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $266 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $430.

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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 $407 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

Tue, 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 Tuesday, 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).
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  • 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.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Columbus

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Rating
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $101Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,194 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $116Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,074 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $230Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,106 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,253 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,050 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $264Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,014 reviews
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