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Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 7:23 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 58m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:13 pm - 12:08 am
CMH
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SAN
6h 55m1 stop
$144Frontier
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 7:23 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 58m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:13 pm - 12:08 am
CMH
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SAN
6h 55m1 stop
$180Frontier
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 7:23 pm
SAN
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CMH
9h 58m1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:15 am - 9:14 pm
CMH
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SAN
38h 59m2 stops
$217Frontier
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
American Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 9:31 am
SAN
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CMH
7h 56m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:57 pm - 9:39 pm
CMH
-
SAN
7h 42m1 stop
$231American Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 6:10 pm
SAN
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CMH
8h 35m1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:35 pm - 9:15 pm
CMH
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SAN
8h 40m1 stop
$232Southwest
Thu, Mar 26 - Wed, Apr 1
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 6:10 pm
SAN
-
CMH
8h 35m1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:35 pm - 9:50 pm
CMH
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SAN
9h 15m2 stops
$237Southwest
Thu, Mar 26 - Wed, Apr 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:23 pm - 7:24 pm
SAN
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CMH
28h 01m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:39 am - 1:57 pm
CMH
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SAN
29h 18m2 stops
$238Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 28
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 5:12 pm
SAN
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CMH
7h 52m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:32 am - 2:29 pm
CMH
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SAN
6h 57m1 stop
$243American Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Tue, Feb 24
Frontier Logo
9:09 am - 7:24 pm
SAN
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CMH
7h 15m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:09 pm - 12:08 am
CMH
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SAN
6h 59m1 stop
$250Frontier
Sun, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 1
United Airlines Logo
10:15 pm - 9:38 am
SAN
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CMH
8h 23m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:47 am
CMH
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SAN
7h 17m1 stop
$253United Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

American Airlines flights from San Diego to Columbus

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American Airlines
Mar 4
SAN10:35 pmSan Diego
7h 56m
1 stop
CMH9:31 amColumbus
Mar 9
CMH4:57 pmColumbus
7h 42m
1 stop
SAN9:39 pmSan Diego
$231
American Airlines
Feb 21
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
7h 52m
1 stop
CMH5:12 pmColumbus
Feb 24
CMH10:32 amColumbus
6h 57m
1 stop
SAN2:29 pmSan Diego
$243
American Airlines
Mar 5
SAN1:37 pmSan Diego
7h 49m
1 stop
CMH12:26 amColumbus
Mar 6
CMH4:58 pmColumbus
7h 41m
1 stop
SAN9:39 pmSan Diego
$265

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Columbus

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United Airlines
Mar 5
SAN10:15 pmSan Diego
8h 23m
1 stop
CMH9:38 amColumbus
Mar 9
CMH5:30 amColumbus
7h 17m
1 stop
SAN9:47 amSan Diego
$253
United Airlines
Mar 4
SAN11:30 amSan Diego
9h 12m
2 stops
CMH11:42 pmColumbus
Mar 9
CMH5:30 amColumbus
7h 17m
1 stop
SAN9:47 amSan Diego
$258
United Airlines
Feb 21
SAN12:55 pmSan Diego
6h 38m
1 stop
CMH10:33 pmColumbus
Feb 24
CMH7:00 amColumbus
8h 57m
2 stops
SAN12:57 pmSan Diego
$270

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San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 2/26

6:25 am-7:23 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Columbus

Mon 3/2

8:13 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 55m

$144

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 2/26

6:25 am-7:23 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Columbus

Mon 3/2

8:13 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 55m

$180

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 3/5

6:25 am-7:23 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Columbus

Mon 3/9

9:15 am-9:14 pm

2 stops38h 59m

$217

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 3/4

10:35 pm-9:31 am

1 stop7h 56m

Columbus

Mon 3/9

4:57 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$231

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 3/26

6:35 am-6:10 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Columbus

Wed 4/1

3:35 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$232

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 3/26

6:35 am-6:10 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Columbus

Wed 4/1

3:35 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$237

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sat 2/21

12:23 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop28h 01m

Columbus

Sat 2/28

11:39 am-1:57 pm

2 stops29h 18m

$238

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sat 2/21

6:20 am-5:12 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Columbus

Tue 2/24

10:32 am-2:29 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$243

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sun 2/22

9:09 am-7:24 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Columbus

Sun 3/1

8:09 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 59m

$250

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 3/5

10:15 pm-9:38 am

1 stop8h 23m

Columbus

Mon 3/9

5:30 am-9:47 am

1 stop7h 17m

$253

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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 $309, 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 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.

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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 $407 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).
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  • 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.

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $101Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,287 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $116Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,061 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $230Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,139 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,097 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $264Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,027 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,250 reviews
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