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Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 7:23 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 58m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:18 pm - 12:01 am
CMH
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SAN
6h 43m
1 stop
$190Frontier
Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, May 3
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12:36 pm - 7:23 pm
SAN
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CMH
27h 47m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:18 pm - 8:34 am
CMH
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SAN
15h 16m
1 stop
$211Frontier
Thu, May 14 - Sun, May 17
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 7:28 pm
SAN
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CMH
10h 03m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:33 pm - 12:08 am
CMH
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SAN
7h 35m
1 stop
$230Frontier
Mon, Mar 2 - Sun, Mar 8
American Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 10:41 am
SAN
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CMH
9h 06m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:51 pm - 11:59 pm
CMH
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SAN
7h 08m
1 stop
$231American Airlines
Sat, Mar 14 - Sat, Mar 21
Frontier Logo
6:33 pm - 7:23 pm
SAN
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CMH
45h 50m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
8:18 pm - 8:34 am
CMH
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SAN
15h 16m
1 stop
$237Frontier
Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, May 3
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 6:19 pm
SAN
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CMH
8h 54m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:18 pm - 12:01 am
CMH
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SAN
6h 43m
1 stop
$240Frontier
Fri, Apr 10 - Thu, Apr 16
American Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 10:41 am
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CMH
9h 06m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:57 pm - 9:39 pm
CMH
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SAN
7h 42m
1 stop
$244American Airlines
Sat, Mar 14 - Mon, Mar 16
American Airlines Logo
1:16 pm - 10:42 pm
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CMH
6h 26m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:51 pm - 8:43 pm
CMH
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SAN
10h 52m
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$247American Airlines
Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 16
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10:15 pm - 9:38 am
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CMH
8h 23m
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United Airlines Logo
4:55 pm - 10:00 pm
CMH
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SAN
8h 05m
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$252United Airlines
Mon, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 23
American Airlines Logo
10:40 pm - 12:21 pm
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CMH
10h 41m
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American Airlines Logo
8:32 am - 1:14 pm
CMH
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SAN
7h 42m
1 stop
$255American Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 29

Delta flights from San Diego to Columbus

Our best Delta deals on San Diego to Columbus flight tickets
Delta
May 14
SAN12:49 pmSan Diego
8h 47m
1 stop
CMH12:36 amColumbus
May 26
CMH7:00 amColumbus
8h 54m
1 stop
SAN12:54 pmSan Diego
$257
Delta
Apr 2
SAN2:09 pmSan Diego
7h 15m
1 stop
CMH12:24 amColumbus
Apr 8
CMH6:24 pmColumbus
7h 45m
1 stop
SAN11:09 pmSan Diego
$328
Delta
Feb 24
SAN12:00 pmSan Diego
9h 10m
1 stop
CMH12:10 amColumbus
Feb 27
CMH12:44 pmColumbus
10h 38m
1 stop
SAN8:22 pmSan Diego
$415

American Airlines flights from San Diego to Columbus

Our best American Airlines deals on San Diego to Columbus flight tickets
American Airlines
Mar 14
SAN10:35 pmSan Diego
9h 06m
1 stop
CMH10:41 amColumbus
Mar 21
CMH7:51 pmColumbus
7h 08m
1 stop
SAN11:59 pmSan Diego
$231
American Airlines
Mar 14
SAN10:35 pmSan Diego
9h 06m
1 stop
CMH10:41 amColumbus
Mar 16
CMH4:57 pmColumbus
7h 42m
1 stop
SAN9:39 pmSan Diego
$244
American Airlines
May 13
SAN1:16 pmSan Diego
6h 26m
1 stop
CMH10:42 pmColumbus
May 16
CMH12:51 pmColumbus
10h 52m
1 stop
SAN8:43 pmSan Diego
$247

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San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 4/24

6:25 am-7:23 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Columbus

Sun 5/3

8:18 pm-12:01 am

1 stop6h 43m

$190

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 5/14

12:36 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop27h 47m

Columbus

Sun 5/17

8:18 pm-8:34 am

1 stop15h 16m

$211

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Mon 3/2

6:25 am-7:28 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Columbus

Sun 3/8

7:33 pm-12:08 am

1 stop7h 35m

$230

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sat 3/14

10:35 pm-10:41 am

1 stop9h 06m

Columbus

Sat 3/21

7:51 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$231

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 4/24

6:33 pm-7:23 pm

2 stops45h 50m

Columbus

Sun 5/3

8:18 pm-8:34 am

1 stop15h 16m

$237

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 4/10

6:25 am-6:19 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Columbus

Thu 4/16

8:18 pm-12:01 am

1 stop6h 43m

$240

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sat 3/14

10:35 pm-10:41 am

1 stop9h 06m

Columbus

Mon 3/16

4:57 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$244

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 5/13

1:16 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Columbus

Sat 5/16

12:51 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop10h 52m

$247

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Mon 3/16

10:15 pm-9:38 am

1 stop8h 23m

Columbus

Mon 3/23

4:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$252

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 4/7

10:40 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop10h 41m

Columbus

Wed 4/29

8:32 am-1:14 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$255

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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 $345, 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 $499. 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 $433.

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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 $403 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 $289 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.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Columbus

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Rating
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FrontierPriceFrom $116Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,048 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $188Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,468 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $230Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,314 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,307 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $256Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,207 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,294 reviews
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