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12:25 pm - 7:33 pm
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CMH
28h 08m
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8:21 pm - 8:04 pm
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SAN
26h 43m
1 stop
$158Frontier
Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20
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6:25 am - 7:13 pm
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CMH
9h 48m
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8:18 pm - 8:34 am
CMH
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SAN
15h 16m
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$172Frontier
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3
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6:25 am - 6:58 pm
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CMH
9h 33m
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8:18 pm - 11:59 pm
CMH
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SAN
6h 41m
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$190Frontier
Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, May 3
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6:47 pm - 6:58 pm
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CMH
21h 11m
2 stops
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8:19 pm - 8:34 am
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SAN
15h 15m
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$192Frontier
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26
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12:25 pm - 5:40 pm
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CMH
26h 15m
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8:21 pm - 8:04 pm
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SAN
26h 43m
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$200Frontier
Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20
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6:25 am - 7:13 pm
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CMH
9h 48m
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8:18 pm - 8:01 pm
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SAN
26h 43m
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$206Frontier
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3
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6:25 am - 7:33 pm
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CMH
10h 08m
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7:00 pm - 11:29 pm
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SAN
31h 29m
2 stops
$223Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 19
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12:25 pm - 7:33 pm
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CMH
28h 08m
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8:19 pm - 8:34 am
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SAN
15h 15m
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$229Frontier
Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 19
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12:55 pm - 11:40 pm
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7h 45m
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5:30 am - 9:40 am
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7h 10m
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$232United Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Sat, Apr 18
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6:25 am - 7:33 pm
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10h 08m
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8:19 pm - 8:34 am
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$233Frontier
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Frontier flights from San Diego to Columbus

Our best Frontier deals on San Diego to Columbus flight tickets
Frontier
Apr 16
SAN12:25 pmSan Diego
28h 08m
1 stop
CMH7:33 pmColumbus
Apr 20
CMH8:21 pmColumbus
26h 43m
1 stop
SAN8:04 pmSan Diego
$158
Frontier
May 1
SAN6:25 amSan Diego
9h 48m
1 stop
CMH7:13 pmColumbus
May 3
CMH8:18 pmColumbus
15h 16m
1 stop
SAN8:34 amSan Diego
$172
Frontier
Apr 24
SAN6:25 amSan Diego
9h 33m
1 stop
CMH6:58 pmColumbus
May 3
CMH8:18 pmColumbus
6h 41m
1 stop
SAN11:59 pmSan Diego
$190

Southwest flights from San Diego to Columbus

Our best Southwest deals on San Diego to Columbus flight tickets
Southwest
Mar 30
SAN10:40 pmSan Diego
10h 15m
1 stop
CMH11:55 amColumbus
Apr 6
CMH8:00 pmColumbus
6h 25m
1 stop
SAN11:25 pmSan Diego
$262
Southwest
Mar 31
SAN10:40 pmSan Diego
8h 15m
1 stop
CMH9:55 amColumbus
Apr 7
CMH2:00 pmColumbus
10h 40m
2 stops
SAN9:40 pmSan Diego
$286
Southwest
Apr 16
SAN12:45 pmSan Diego
8h 55m
2 stops
CMH12:40 amColumbus
Apr 20
CMH12:45 pmColumbus
10h 10m
2 stops
SAN7:55 pmSan Diego
$287

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SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 4/16

12:25 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop28h 08m

Columbus

Mon 4/20

8:21 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop26h 43m

$158

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 5/1

6:25 am-7:13 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Columbus

Sun 5/3

8:18 pm-8:34 am

1 stop15h 16m

$172

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 4/24

6:25 am-6:58 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Columbus

Sun 5/3

8:18 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$190

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 4/23

6:47 pm-6:58 pm

2 stops21h 11m

Columbus

Sun 4/26

8:19 pm-8:34 am

1 stop15h 15m

$192

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 4/16

12:25 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Columbus

Mon 4/20

8:21 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop26h 43m

$200

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 5/1

6:25 am-7:13 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Columbus

Sun 5/3

8:18 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops26h 43m

$206

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 4/17

6:25 am-7:33 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Columbus

Sun 4/19

7:00 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops31h 29m

$223

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 4/16

12:25 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop28h 08m

Columbus

Sun 4/19

8:19 pm-8:34 am

1 stop15h 15m

$229
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 4/17

12:55 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Columbus

Sat 4/18

5:30 am-9:40 am

1 stop7h 10m

$232

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 4/17

6:25 am-7:33 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Columbus

Sun 4/19

8:19 pm-8:34 am

1 stop15h 15m

$233

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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 April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $352, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Columbus from San Diego during January instead. Flights to Columbus in January, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $366.

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 Friday because tickets tend to average around $520. 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 at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $410 when looking at flights departing at noon. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $456.

What is the cheapest San Diego to Columbus flight route?

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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 $400 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, Tue, Thu, 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, Tuesday, Thursday, 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.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Columbus

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Rating
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FrontierPriceFrom $116Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,041 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $188Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,497 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $230Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,403 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $244Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,393 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $256Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,258 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $266Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,896 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,309 reviews
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