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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Columbus from $49

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Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:27 pm
SFO
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CMH
8h 27m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
CMH
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SFO
9h 00m1 stop
$269Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Sun, Jan 25
Frontier Logo
6:15 am - 5:31 pm
SFO
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CMH
8h 16m1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:26 pm - 8:49 am
CMH
-
SFO
41h 23m2 stops
$282Frontier
Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:27 pm
SFO
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CMH
8h 27m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
CMH
-
SFO
9h 00m1 stop
$289Alaska Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9
Delta Logo
10:30 am - 10:59 pm
SFO
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CMH
9h 29m2 stops
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 5:49 pm
CMH
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SFO
12h 34m2 stops
$294Delta
Mon, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 6:27 pm
SFO
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CMH
30h 27m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:11 am
CMH
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SFO
27h 11m1 stop
$295Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 16
Delta Logo
12:10 pm - 12:03 am
SFO
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CMH
8h 53m1 stop
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 5:49 pm
CMH
-
SFO
12h 34m2 stops
$301Delta
Mon, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:27 pm
SFO
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CMH
8h 27m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:50 pm
CMH
-
SFO
10h 50m1 stop
$308Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
Delta Logo
2:51 pm - 11:59 pm
SFO
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CMH
6h 08m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:35 am - 1:35 pm
CMH
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SFO
10h 00m1 stop
$309Delta
Thu, Apr 2 - Sun, Apr 5
Southwest Logo
7:40 am - 9:05 pm
SFO
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CMH
10h 25m2 stops
Southwest Logo
8:20 am - 12:15 pm
CMH
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SFO
6h 55m1 stop
$314Southwest
Tue, Feb 3 - Thu, Feb 5
Delta Logo
11:46 am - 12:01 am
SFO
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CMH
9h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:25 am - 1:38 pm
CMH
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SFO
10h 13m2 stops
$316Delta
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12

Frontier flights from San Francisco to Columbus Airport

Our best Frontier deals on San Francisco to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Frontier
Jan 16
SFO6:15 amSan Francisco
8h 16m
1 stop
CMH5:31 pmColumbus
Jan 19
CMH6:26 pmColumbus
41h 23m
2 stops
SFO8:49 amSan Francisco
$282
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Frontier
Apr 9
SFO6:15 amSan Francisco
10h 05m
1 stop
CMH7:20 pmColumbus
Apr 12
CMH8:15 pmColumbus
7h 10m
1 stop
SFO12:25 amSan Francisco
$342
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Frontier
Dec 30
SFO6:24 amSan Francisco
9h 39m
1 stop
CMH7:03 pmColumbus
Jan 4
CMH7:58 pmColumbus
7h 26m
1 stop
SFO12:24 amSan Francisco
$642
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Delta flights from San Francisco to Columbus Airport

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Delta
Jan 26
SFO8:05 pmSan Francisco
10h 31m
2 stops
CMH9:36 amColumbus
Jan 31
CMH8:15 amColumbus
12h 34m
2 stops
SFO5:49 pmSan Francisco
$294
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Delta
Jan 26
SFO12:10 pmSan Francisco
8h 53m
1 stop
CMH12:03 amColumbus
Jan 31
CMH8:15 amColumbus
12h 34m
2 stops
SFO5:49 pmSan Francisco
$301
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Delta
Apr 2
SFO2:51 pmSan Francisco
6h 08m
1 stop
CMH11:59 pmColumbus
Apr 5
CMH6:35 amColumbus
10h 00m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
$309
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 December 18, 2025.
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San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Columbus

Sun 1/25

8:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$269

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

6:15 am-5:31 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Columbus

Mon 1/19

6:26 pm-8:49 am

2 stops41h 23m

$282

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

7:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Columbus

Mon 2/9

8:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$289

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

10:30 am-10:59 pm

2 stops9h 29m

Columbus

Sat 1/31

8:15 am-5:49 pm

2 stops12h 34m

$294

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

9:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop30h 27m

Columbus

Fri 1/16

8:00 am-8:11 am

1 stop27h 11m

$295

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

12:10 pm-12:03 am

1 stop8h 53m

Columbus

Sat 1/31

8:15 am-5:49 pm

2 stops12h 34m

$301

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Columbus

Mon 1/12

8:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$308

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Thu 4/2

2:51 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Columbus

Sun 4/5

6:35 am-1:35 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$309

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

7:40 am-9:05 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Columbus

Thu 2/5

8:20 am-12:15 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$314

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

11:46 am-12:01 am

1 stop9h 15m

Columbus

Mon 1/12

6:25 am-1:38 pm

2 stops10h 13m

$316

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport from San Francisco, with most prices found around $351. If you are unable to visit Columbus Airport during the month of August, then departing from San Francisco during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $392.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Columbus Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $453. 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 Airport.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco 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 $328. Flights to Columbus Airport are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $537. 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 Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Columbus Airport for around $437 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 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.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Columbus Airport flights are approximately 61% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$370

Fastest flight time

4h 35m

Direct flights

Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
The best flight deal from San Francisco to Columbus Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $370
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Columbus Airport takes 4h 35m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Columbus Airport on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
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  • How far is San Francisco to Columbus by plane?

    San Francisco and Columbus are 2112.1 mi apart from one another. 4h 35m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Columbus Airport are updated daily.

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

    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 Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Columbus Airport 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 Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Columbus Airport

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FrontierPriceFrom $159Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,081 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $199Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,055 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,004 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $299Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,092 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $302Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,250 reviews
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