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Spirit Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 10:45 pmSAN-CMH
6h 10m1 stop
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12:53 pm - 11:34 pmCMH-SAN
13h 41m1 stop
$157Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
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6:15 am - 10:45 pmSAN-CMH
13h 30m1 stop
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12:53 pm - 11:34 pmCMH-SAN
13h 41m1 stop
$160Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 30
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 10:45 pmSAN-CMH
13h 30m1 stop
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12:53 pm - 11:34 pmCMH-SAN
13h 41m1 stop
$187Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Sep 26 - Wed, Oct 1
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1:35 pm - 10:45 pmSAN-CMH
30h 10m1 stop
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5:15 am - 11:34 pmCMH-SAN
21h 19m2 stops
$197Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 30
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1:35 pm - 10:45 pmSAN-CMH
30h 10m1 stop
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12:53 pm - 11:34 pmCMH-SAN
13h 41m1 stop
$202Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 30
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12:25 pm - 7:45 pmSAN-CMH
4h 20mnonstop
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1:10 pm - 5:00 pmCMH-SAN
6h 50m1 stop
$257Southwest
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Mon, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 29
Southwest Logo
12:25 pm - 7:45 pmSAN-CMH
4h 20mnonstop
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1:05 pm - 6:55 pmCMH-SAN
8h 50m2 stops
$262Southwest
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Mon, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 29
American Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 11:12 pmSAN-CMH
7h 32m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:24 pm - 10:20 pmCMH-SAN
9h 56m1 stop
$267American Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
United Airlines Logo
11:08 am - 10:31 pmSAN-CMH
8h 23m2 stops
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6:02 am - 9:40 amCMH-SAN
6h 38m1 stop
$272United Airlines
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Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 21
Delta Logo
1:15 pm - 10:51 pmSAN-CMH
6h 36m1 stop
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6:43 am - 11:06 amCMH-SAN
7h 23m1 stop
$297Delta
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Tue, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 9

Frontier flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport

Our best Frontier deals on San Diego to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Frontier
Oct 2
SAN9:03 pmSan Diego
19h 36m
1 stop
CMH7:39 pmColumbus
Oct 12
CMH7:08 pmColumbus
28h 00m
1 stop
SAN8:08 pmSan Diego
Frontier
Oct 26
SAN6:41 amSan Diego
8h 32m
1 stop
CMH6:13 pmColumbus
Nov 10
CMH8:03 pmColumbus
6h 47m
1 stop
SAN11:50 pmSan Diego
Frontier
Sep 26
SAN6:35 amSan Diego
10h 04m
1 stop
CMH7:39 pmColumbus
Sep 28
CMH8:34 pmColumbus
6h 19m
1 stop
SAN11:53 pmSan Diego

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to Columbus Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Oct 7
SAN11:08 amSan Diego
8h 23m
2 stops
CMH10:31 pmColumbus
Oct 21
CMH6:02 amColumbus
6h 38m
1 stop
SAN9:40 amSan Diego
United Airlines
Sep 18
SAN10:30 pmSan Diego
8h 08m
1 stop
CMH9:38 amColumbus
Sep 19
CMH3:00 pmColumbus
8h 19m
1 stop
SAN8:19 pmSan Diego
United Airlines
Sep 18
SAN8:37 pmSan Diego
10h 01m
2 stops
CMH9:38 amColumbus
Sep 19
CMH4:45 pmColumbus
9h 59m
2 stops
SAN11:44 pmSan Diego

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated September 4, 2025.
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San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 9/23

1:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Columbus

Tue 9/30

12:53 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop13h 41m

$157

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 9/24

6:15 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Columbus

Tue 9/30

12:53 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop13h 41m

$160

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 9/26

6:15 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Columbus

Wed 10/1

12:53 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop13h 41m

$187

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Mon 9/22

1:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Columbus

Tue 9/30

5:15 am-11:34 pm

2 stops21h 19m

$197

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Mon 9/22

1:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Columbus

Tue 9/30

12:53 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop13h 41m

$202

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Mon 10/27

12:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Columbus

Wed 10/29

1:10 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$257

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Mon 10/27

12:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Columbus

Wed 10/29

1:05 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$262

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 11/12

12:40 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Columbus

Sat 11/15

3:24 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$267

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 10/7

11:08 am-10:31 pm

2 stops8h 23m

Columbus

Tue 10/21

6:02 am-9:40 am

1 stop6h 38m

$272

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 10/28

1:15 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Columbus

Sun 11/9

6:43 am-11:06 am

1 stop7h 23m

$297

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport from San Diego, with most prices found around $371. If you are unable to visit Columbus Airport during the month of April, then departing from San Diego during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $382.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Columbus Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $363. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $460. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Columbus Airport.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest San Diego to Columbus Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Columbus Airport in the afternoon for as low as $266. Flights to Columbus Airport are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $460. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Columbus Airport from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Columbus Airport for around $442 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Columbus Airport from San Diego for as low as $355 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.

Can stopping save me money on San Diego to Columbus Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Columbus Airport flight.

How have San Diego to Columbus Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for San Diego to Columbus Airport flights are approximately 57% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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4h 20m

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Every day
The fastest flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport takes 4h 20m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Columbus Airport every day.
  • How far is San Diego to Columbus by plane?

    San Diego and Columbus are 1957.7 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 20m.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Columbus Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Columbus Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Columbus Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from San Diego to Columbus Airport

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $138Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,016 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,977 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $281Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $316Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,939 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $327Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,241 reviews
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