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6:36 am - 7:36 pmSAN-CMH
10h 00m1 stop
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8:21 pm - 11:59 pmCMH-SAN
6h 38m1 stop
$248Frontier
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Sun, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 27
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10:40 pm - 10:41 amSAN-CMH
9h 01m1 stop
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4:37 pm - 8:42 pmCMH-SAN
7h 05m1 stop
$272United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 1
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10:55 pm - 11:15 amSAN-CMH
9h 20m1 stop
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6:04 pm - 10:33 pmCMH-SAN
7h 29m1 stop
$277Delta
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Fri, Dec 26 - Wed, Jan 21
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6:20 am - 5:50 pmSAN-CMH
8h 30m1 stop
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6:15 am - 11:30 amCMH-SAN
8h 15m2 stops
$282Southwest
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Wed, Dec 10 - Fri, Dec 12
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10:30 am - 9:35 pmSAN-CMH
8h 05m2 stops
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8:35 am - 2:05 pmCMH-SAN
8h 30m2 stops
$287Southwest
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Wed, Dec 10 - Fri, Dec 12
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12:16 pm - 12:14 amSAN-CMH
8h 58m1 stop
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6:39 pm - 11:35 pmCMH-SAN
7h 56m1 stop
$293Delta
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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
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11:30 am - 10:50 pmSAN-CMH
8h 20m2 stops
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5:15 am - 11:45 amCMH-SAN
9h 30m1 stop
$298Southwest
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Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 8
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8:59 pm - 5:47 pmSAN-CMH
17h 48m1 stop
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6:43 pm - 9:46 amCMH-SAN
18h 03m2 stops
$301Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 8
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6:25 am - 5:31 pmSAN-CMH
8h 06m1 stop
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12:03 pm - 11:31 pmCMH-SAN
38h 28m2 stops
$305Frontier
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Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
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6:30 am - 5:54 pmSAN-CMH
8h 24m1 stop
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6:23 am - 2:29 pmCMH-SAN
11h 06m2 stops
$306Delta
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Frontier flights from San Diego to Columbus

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Frontier
Nov 20
SAN6:49 amSan Diego
9h 47m
1 stop
CMH7:36 pmColumbus
Nov 27
CMH8:21 pmColumbus
6h 38m
1 stop
SAN11:59 pmSan Diego
Frontier
Nov 23
SAN6:36 amSan Diego
10h 00m
1 stop
CMH7:36 pmColumbus
Nov 27
CMH8:21 pmColumbus
6h 38m
1 stop
SAN11:59 pmSan Diego
Frontier
Jan 16
SAN6:25 amSan Diego
8h 06m
1 stop
CMH5:31 pmColumbus
Jan 19
CMH12:03 pmColumbus
38h 28m
2 stops
SAN11:31 pmSan Diego

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Columbus

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United Airlines
Jan 31
SAN10:40 pmSan Diego
9h 01m
1 stop
CMH10:41 amColumbus
Feb 1
CMH4:37 pmColumbus
7h 05m
1 stop
SAN8:42 pmSan Diego
United Airlines
Nov 18
SAN12:43 pmSan Diego
7h 16m
1 stop
CMH10:59 pmColumbus
Nov 25
CMH6:00 amColumbus
8h 31m
1 stop
SAN11:31 amSan Diego
United Airlines
Dec 26
SAN2:11 pmSan Diego
6h 33m
1 stop
CMH11:44 pmColumbus
Jan 19
CMH2:18 pmColumbus
12h 24m
2 stops
SAN11:42 pmSan 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 November 13, 2025.
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SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sun 11/23

6:36 am-7:36 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Columbus

Thu 11/27

8:21 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$248

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sat 1/31

10:40 pm-10:41 am

1 stop9h 01m

Columbus

Sun 2/1

4:37 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$272

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 12/26

10:55 pm-11:15 am

1 stop9h 20m

Columbus

Wed 1/21

6:04 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$277

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 12/10

6:20 am-5:50 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Columbus

Fri 12/12

6:15 am-11:30 am

2 stops8h 15m

$282

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 12/10

10:30 am-9:35 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Columbus

Fri 12/12

8:35 am-2:05 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$287

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 11/26

12:16 pm-12:14 am

1 stop8h 58m

Columbus

Wed 12/3

6:39 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$293

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 12/3

11:30 am-10:50 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Columbus

Mon 12/8

5:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop9h 30m

$298

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 12/3

8:59 pm-5:47 pm

1 stop17h 48m

Columbus

Mon 12/8

6:43 pm-9:46 am

2 stops18h 03m

$301

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 1/16

6:25 am-5:31 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Columbus

Mon 1/19

12:03 pm-11:31 pm

2 stops38h 28m

$305

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sat 1/31

6:30 am-5:54 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Columbus

Sun 2/1

6:23 am-2:29 pm

2 stops11h 06m

$306

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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 $307, 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 $411 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

Every day

Airports in Columbus

1 airport
The fastest flight from San Diego to Columbus takes 4h 15m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Columbus every day.
There is 1 airport near Columbus: 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 25m 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
8,139 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $116Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,114 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $230Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,015 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,050 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,007 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $297Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,236 reviews
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