Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Columbus?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $319 to $610. The lowest price recently found on this route was $272.

Question 1

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

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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.

Question 2

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Columbus?

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $319 to $610.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $272.

Question 3

What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus?

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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.

Question 4

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

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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.

Question 5

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

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Frontier and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Columbus

Question 6

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Monday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

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

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1 flights are operational daily from San Diego to Columbus as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

Question 9

What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to Columbus flights?

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Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 10

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

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The number of flights available between San Diego and Columbus is 10 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 11

How often are flights from San Diego to Columbus delayed?

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Historically, on average around 16% of flights between San Diego and Columbus have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 92 minutes.

Question 12

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to Columbus flights?

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According to our data, Sun Country Air have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with no flights being classified as delayed.

Question 13

What is the cheapest San Diego to Columbus flight route?

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Fly from San Diego to Columbus for the best San Diego - Columbus flight prices

Question 14

What airlines fly to Columbus?

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American Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Columbus from San Diego according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Columbus. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Columbus on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 15

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

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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 $412 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.

Question 16

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

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

Question 17

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Columbus?

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As of November 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Columbus.

Question 18

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

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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.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Columbus?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight 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.

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?

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.

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

Frontier and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Columbus

What airlines fly to Columbus?

How often are flights from San Diego to Columbus delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between San Diego and Columbus have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 92 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to Columbus flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to Columbus flights?

According to our data, Sun Country Air have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with no flights being classified as delayed.

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

1 flights are operational daily from San Diego to Columbus as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

The number of flights available between San Diego and Columbus is 10 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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