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Delta Logo
11:48 am - 9:03 pm
SAN
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CMH
6h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:02 pm - 10:50 pm
CMH
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SAN
8h 48m1 stop
$246Delta
Sat, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 5:31 pm
SAN
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CMH
8h 06m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:06 am - 11:31 pm
CMH
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SAN
20h 25m2 stops
$255Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 6:27 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 12m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:58 pm
CMH
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SAN
15h 58m1 stop
$274Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 16 - Wed, Jan 28
Southwest Logo
10:05 am - 10:05 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 00m1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 9:50 am
CMH
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SAN
7h 25m1 stop
$277Southwest
Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
Southwest Logo
11:40 am - 8:25 pm
SAN
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CMH
5h 45m1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 12:50 pm
CMH
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SAN
9h 15m2 stops
$282Southwest
Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 6:27 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 12m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:07 am
CMH
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SAN
29h 07m1 stop
$284Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
Frontier Logo
6:36 am - 10:48 am
SAN
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CMH
25h 12m2 stops
Frontier Logo
12:00 pm - 7:36 pm
CMH
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SAN
34h 36m2 stops
$297Frontier
Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 6:27 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 12m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:07 am
CMH
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SAN
29h 07m1 stop
$304Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
Delta Logo
2:15 pm - 12:13 am
SAN
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CMH
6h 58m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:05 pm - 10:45 pm
CMH
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SAN
7h 40m1 stop
$309Delta
Wed, Dec 31 - Tue, Jan 6
Delta Logo
11:43 am - 11:02 pm
SAN
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CMH
8h 19m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:48 am - 6:00 pm
CMH
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SAN
10h 12m2 stops
$327Delta
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20

Delta flights from San Diego to Columbus

Our best Delta deals on San Diego to Columbus flight tickets
Delta
Feb 14
SAN11:48 amSan Diego
6h 15m
1 stop
CMH9:03 pmColumbus
Feb 15
CMH5:02 pmColumbus
8h 48m
1 stop
SAN10:50 pmSan Diego
Delta
May 13
SAN10:30 pmSan Diego
8h 10m
1 stop
CMH9:40 amColumbus
May 16
CMH12:24 pmColumbus
8h 59m
1 stop
SAN6:23 pmSan Diego
Delta
Dec 31
SAN2:15 pmSan Diego
6h 58m
1 stop
CMH12:13 amColumbus
Jan 6
CMH6:05 pmColumbus
7h 40m
1 stop
SAN10:45 pmSan Diego

Southwest flights from San Diego to Columbus

Our best Southwest deals on San Diego to Columbus flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 8
SAN11:40 amSan Diego
5h 45m
1 stop
CMH8:25 pmColumbus
Jan 15
CMH6:35 amColumbus
9h 15m
2 stops
SAN12:50 pmSan Diego
Southwest
Apr 18
SAN8:50 amSan Diego
10h 35m
2 stops
CMH10:25 pmColumbus
Apr 22
CMH6:55 amColumbus
8h 10m
1 stop
SAN12:05 pmSan Diego
Southwest
Apr 18
SAN8:50 amSan Diego
10h 35m
2 stops
CMH10:25 pmColumbus
Apr 22
CMH2:00 pmColumbus
10h 40m
2 stops
SAN9:40 pmSan Diego

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San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sat 2/14

11:48 am-9:03 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Columbus

Sun 2/15

5:02 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$246

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Mon 1/19

6:25 am-5:31 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Columbus

Wed 1/21

6:06 am-11:31 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$255

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 1/16

6:15 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Columbus

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-8:58 pm

1 stop15h 58m

$274

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 1/8

10:05 am-10:05 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Columbus

Thu 1/15

5:25 am-9:50 am

1 stop7h 25m

$277

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 1/8

11:40 am-8:25 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Columbus

Thu 1/15

6:35 am-12:50 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$282

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 1/8

6:15 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Columbus

Mon 1/12

8:00 am-10:07 am

1 stop29h 07m

$284

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 1/8

6:36 am-10:48 am

2 stops25h 12m

Columbus

Thu 1/15

12:00 pm-7:36 pm

2 stops34h 36m

$297

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 1/8

6:15 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Columbus

Mon 1/12

8:00 am-10:07 am

1 stop29h 07m

$304

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 12/31

2:15 pm-12:13 am

1 stop6h 58m

Columbus

Tue 1/6

6:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$309

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 1/13

11:43 am-11:02 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Columbus

Tue 1/20

10:48 am-6:00 pm

2 stops10h 12m

$327

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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 $289, 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 $406 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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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Diego to Columbus

Fastest flight time

4h 20m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed and Sun

Airports in Columbus

2 airports
The fastest flight from San Diego to Columbus takes 4h 20m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Columbus on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 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 20m 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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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $101Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,190 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $116Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,081 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $230Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,093 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,250 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,055 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,008 reviews
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