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Frontier Logo
6:34 am - 7:08 pmSFO-CMH
9h 34m1 stop
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8:24 pm - 12:25 amCMH-SFO
7h 01m1 stop
$278Frontier
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Fri, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 20
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12:40 am - 10:03 amSFO-CMH
6h 23m1 stop
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8:00 am - 12:31 pmCMH-SFO
7h 31m1 stop
$279Delta
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Sat, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 19
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8:00 am - 11:41 amSFO-CMH
24h 41m2 stops
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12:53 pm - 9:21 pmCMH-SFO
11h 28m1 stop
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
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8:00 am - 10:45 pmSFO-CMH
11h 45m1 stop
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7:16 pm - 1:17 pmCMH-SFO
21h 01m2 stops
Sat, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 21
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8:25 am - 4:08 pmSFO-CMH
4h 43mnonstop
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5:28 pm - 7:32 pmCMH-SFO
5h 04mnonstop
$289United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16
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6:00 am - 3:20 pmSFO-CMH
6h 20m1 stop
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1:40 pm - 7:50 pmCMH-SFO
9h 10m2 stops
$308Southwest
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Sat, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 7
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8:00 am - 6:17 pmSFO-CMH
7h 17m1 stop
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5:37 am - 9:24 amCMH-SFO
6h 47m1 stop
$309American Airlines
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Fri, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 5
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 8:45 pmSFO-CMH
10h 45m2 stops
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12:45 pm - 6:35 pmCMH-SFO
8h 50m2 stops
$313Southwest
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Sat, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 5
United Airlines Logo
12:43 am - 11:01 amSFO-CMH
7h 18m1 stop
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7:40 am - 9:44 amCMH-SFO
5h 04mnonstop
$317United Airlines
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Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 21
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:17 pmSFO-CMH
9h 17m1 stop
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6:00 am - 12:16 pmCMH-SFO
9h 16m1 stop
$339American Airlines
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Fri, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 21

Frontier flights from San Francisco to Columbus

Our best Frontier deals on San Francisco to Columbus flight tickets
Frontier
Nov 7
SFO6:34 amSan Francisco
9h 34m
1 stop
CMH7:08 pmColumbus
Nov 20
CMH8:24 pmColumbus
7h 01m
1 stop
SFO12:25 amSan Francisco
Frontier
Sep 12
SFO6:29 amSan Francisco
10h 10m
1 stop
CMH7:39 pmColumbus
Sep 14
CMH8:34 pmColumbus
6h 42m
1 stop
SFO12:16 amSan Francisco
Frontier
Oct 17
SFO5:45 amSan Francisco
11h 01m
2 stops
CMH7:46 pmColumbus
Oct 20
CMH1:25 pmColumbus
13h 49m
2 stops
SFO12:14 amSan Francisco

Delta flights from San Francisco to Columbus

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Columbus flight tickets
Delta
Nov 8
SFO12:40 amSan Francisco
6h 23m
1 stop
CMH10:03 amColumbus
Nov 19
CMH8:00 amColumbus
7h 31m
1 stop
SFO12:31 pmSan Francisco
Delta
Nov 12
SFO10:31 amSan Francisco
10h 27m
2 stops
CMH11:58 pmColumbus
Nov 21
CMH7:15 amColumbus
10h 32m
1 stop
SFO2:47 pmSan Francisco
Delta
Sep 21
SFO11:57 pmSan Francisco
9h 47m
1 stop
CMH12:44 pmColumbus
Sep 27
CMH12:10 pmColumbus
8h 37m
1 stop
SFO5:47 pmSan Francisco

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Columbus 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 August 21, 2025.
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SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Fri 11/7

6:34 am-7:08 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Columbus

Thu 11/20

8:24 pm-12:25 am

1 stop7h 01m

$278

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Sat 11/8

12:40 am-10:03 am

1 stop6h 23m

Columbus

Wed 11/19

8:00 am-12:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$279

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

8:00 am-11:41 am

2 stops24h 41m

Columbus

Tue 9/30

12:53 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop11h 28m

$280

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

8:00 am-10:45 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Columbus

Sun 9/21

7:16 pm-1:17 pm

2 stops21h 01m

$285

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

8:25 am-4:08 pm

Nonstop4h 43m

Columbus

Tue 9/16

5:28 pm-7:32 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

$289

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Columbus

Tue 10/7

1:40 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$308

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Fri 10/3

8:00 am-6:17 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Columbus

Sun 10/5

5:37 am-9:24 am

1 stop6h 47m

$309

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

7:00 am-8:45 pm

2 stops10h 45m

Columbus

Wed 11/5

12:45 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$313

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Sun 9/14

12:43 am-11:01 am

1 stop7h 18m

Columbus

Sun 9/21

7:40 am-9:44 am

Nonstop5h 04m

$317

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

6:00 am-6:17 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Columbus

Sun 9/21

6:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$339

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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 January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $362, 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 Francisco during August instead. Flights to Columbus in August, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $389.

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 Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $469. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $629. 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 afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $413 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $592.

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 $449 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 $315 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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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Columbus

Fastest flight time

4h 40m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Columbus

1 airport
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Columbus takes 4h 40m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Columbus every day.
There is 1 airport near Columbus: Columbus (CMH)
  • How far is San Francisco to Columbus by plane?

    Columbus is 2106.9 mi away from San Francisco. 4h 43m 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.

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  • 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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FrontierPriceFrom $149Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,207 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $194Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $240Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,981 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $306Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,245 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $338Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,930 reviews
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