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

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

What airlines fly to Columbus?

United Airlines, Southwest and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Columbus from San Francisco according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Columbus. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Columbus on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of January 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Columbus.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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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11:16 pm - 10:32 am

SFO

CMH

8h 16m

1 stop

8:13 pm - 12:28 am

CMH

SFO

7h 15m

1 stop

$158Frontier

Sat, Feb 28 - Mon, Mar 2

6:53 pm - 10:32 am

SFO

CMH

12h 39m

2 stops

8:13 pm - 10:01 pm

CMH

SFO

28h 48m

1 stop

$211Frontier

Sat, Feb 28 - Mon, Mar 2

10:38 pm - 11:42 am

SFO

CMH

10h 04m

1 stop

1:07 pm - 7:14 pm

CMH

SFO

9h 07m

1 stop

$214Frontier

Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 17

10:38 pm - 1:56 pm

SFO

CMH

12h 18m

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2:51 pm - 7:14 pm

CMH

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31h 23m

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$218Frontier

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6:15 am - 7:23 pm

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CMH

10h 08m

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2:51 pm - 7:14 pm

CMH

SFO

31h 23m

1 stop

$219Frontier

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10:38 pm - 11:42 am

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CMH

10h 04m

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1:07 pm - 7:14 pm

CMH

SFO

9h 07m

1 stop

$224Frontier

Mon, Mar 23 - Tue, Mar 24

10:38 pm - 11:42 am

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CMH

10h 04m

1 stop

2:51 pm - 7:14 pm

CMH

SFO

31h 23m

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$225Frontier

Mon, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 15

8:48 am - 7:23 pm

SFO

CMH

7h 35m

1 stop

11:17 am - 9:39 pm

CMH

SFO

13h 22m

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$229Frontier

Thu, Feb 19 - Fri, Feb 27

11:09 pm - 9:59 am

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CMH

7h 50m

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6:15 am - 9:39 pm

CMH

SFO

18h 24m

2 stops

$230Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 25

6:00 am - 10:44 am

SFO

CMH

25h 44m

2 stops

2:51 pm - 7:14 pm

CMH

SFO

31h 23m

1 stop

$235Frontier

Tue, Mar 10 - Sun, Mar 15

Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Columbus

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Alaska Airlines

Feb 27

SFO6:30 amSan Francisco

8h 25m

1 stop

CMH5:55 pmColumbus

Mar 2

CMH6:51 pmColumbus

18h 46m

1 stop

SFO10:37 amSan Francisco

$289

Alaska Airlines

Feb 25

SFO6:30 amSan Francisco

8h 25m

1 stop

CMH5:55 pmColumbus

Mar 6

CMH6:51 pmColumbus

31h 05m

1 stop

SFO10:56 pmSan Francisco

$300

Alaska Airlines

Feb 23

SFO6:30 amSan Francisco

8h 25m

1 stop

CMH5:55 pmColumbus

Feb 25

CMH6:51 pmColumbus

23h 57m

1 stop

SFO3:48 pmSan Francisco

$316

Southwest flights from San Francisco to Columbus

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Southwest

Mar 31

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

8h 40m

2 stops

CMH12:20 amColumbus

Apr 6

CMH6:45 pmColumbus

7h 35m

1 stop

SFO11:20 pmSan Francisco

$324

Southwest

Apr 1

SFO11:25 pmSan Francisco

7h 30m

1 stop

CMH9:55 amColumbus

Apr 6

CMH8:00 pmColumbus

7h 05m

1 stop

SFO12:05 amSan Francisco

$333

Southwest

Apr 1

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

8h 40m

2 stops

CMH12:20 amColumbus

Apr 6

CMH6:20 pmColumbus

9h 30m

1 stop

SFO12:50 amSan Francisco

$338

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San Francisco

Sat 2/28

11:16 pm-10:32 am

1 stop8h 16m

Columbus

Mon 3/2

8:13 pm-12:28 am

1 stop7h 15m

$158

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SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

6:53 pm-10:32 am

2 stops12h 39m

Columbus

Mon 3/2

8:13 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop28h 48m

$211

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

10:38 pm-11:42 am

1 stop10h 04m

Columbus

Tue 3/17

1:07 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$214

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

10:38 pm-1:56 pm

1 stop12h 18m

Columbus

Sun 3/15

2:51 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop31h 23m

$218

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

6:15 am-7:23 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Columbus

Sun 3/8

2:51 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop31h 23m

$219

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SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

10:38 pm-11:42 am

1 stop10h 04m

Columbus

Tue 3/24

1:07 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$224

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SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

10:38 pm-11:42 am

1 stop10h 04m

Columbus

Sun 3/15

2:51 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop31h 23m

$225

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

8:48 am-7:23 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Columbus

Fri 2/27

11:17 am-9:39 pm

1 stop13h 22m

$229

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

11:09 pm-9:59 am

1 stop7h 50m

Columbus

Wed 2/25

6:15 am-9:39 pm

2 stops18h 24m

$230

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-10:44 am

2 stops25h 44m

Columbus

Sun 3/15

2:51 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop31h 23m

$235

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Columbus

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus?

The cheapest month to fly to Columbus from San Francisco is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $352, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Columbus from San Francisco during June instead. Flights to Columbus in June, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $404.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Columbus is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $452. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $548. 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 Francisco in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $439 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $523.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Columbus flight route?

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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 Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Columbus for around $432 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Columbus from San Francisco for as low as $353 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco 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 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Columbus	2 airports

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Columbus takes 4h 35m

Direct flights go from San Francisco to Columbus every day.

There are 2 airports in Columbus. From San Francisco there are direct flights to Columbus (CMH).

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How far is San Francisco to Columbus by plane?
Columbus is 2106.9 mi away from San Francisco. 4h 35m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Columbus?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Columbus refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Columbus?
As of January 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Columbus.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Columbus

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Frontier	PriceFrom $159	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,056 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $191	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,128 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $204	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,205 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $299	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,215 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $302	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,267 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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