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Cheap flights from San José to Columbus from $183

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Spirit Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 10:38 pm
SJO
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CMH
8h 07m1 stop
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6:06 am - 11:37 am
CMH
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SJO
6h 31m1 stop
$285Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
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1:31 pm - 10:38 pm
SJO
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CMH
8h 07m1 stop
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6:06 am - 11:37 am
CMH
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SJO
6h 31m1 stop
$296Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13
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1:30 pm - 11:27 pm
SJO
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CMH
8h 57m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:06 am - 11:37 am
CMH
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SJO
6h 31m1 stop
$316Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
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1:31 pm - 10:38 pm
SJO
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CMH
8h 07m1 stop
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5:45 am - 11:37 am
CMH
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SJO
30h 52m2 stops
$337Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
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1:31 pm - 10:38 pm
SJO
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CMH
8h 07m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 11:37 am
CMH
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SJO
30h 52m2 stops
$356Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13
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1:30 pm - 11:27 pm
SJO
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CMH
8h 57m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 12:22 pm
CMH
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SJO
25h 22m2 stops
$362Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
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2:05 pm - 9:50 am
SJO
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CMH
18h 45m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 8:39 pm
CMH
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SJO
15h 09m1 stop
$371United Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 2
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8:45 am - 9:50 am
SJO
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CMH
24h 05m2 stops
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6:30 am - 8:39 pm
CMH
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SJO
15h 09m1 stop
$376United Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 2
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1:31 pm - 10:38 pm
SJO
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CMH
8h 07m1 stop
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6:06 am - 8:25 pm
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15h 19m3 stops
$382Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13
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1:31 pm - 10:38 pm
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8h 07m1 stop
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8:05 pm - 1:40 pm
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SJO
18h 35m3 stops
$388Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14

American Airlines flights from San José to Columbus Airport

Our best American Airlines deals on San José to Columbus Airport flight tickets
American Airlines
Mar 5
SJO12:31 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 24m
1 stop
CMH6:55 pmColumbus
Mar 9
CMH5:02 amColumbus
8h 24m
2 stops
SJO11:26 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$429
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American Airlines
Dec 24
SJO12:34 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 57m
1 stop
CMH2:31 pmColumbus
Jan 4
CMH6:35 amColumbus
14h 39m
1 stop
SJO8:14 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$431
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American Airlines
Dec 24
SJO12:34 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 24m
2 stops
CMH2:58 pmColumbus
Jan 4
CMH6:35 amColumbus
14h 39m
1 stop
SJO8:14 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$435
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Spirit Airlines flights from San José to Columbus Airport

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on San José to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Jan 7
SJO1:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 07m
1 stop
CMH10:38 pmColumbus
Jan 14
CMH6:06 amColumbus
6h 31m
1 stop
SJO11:37 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$285
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Spirit Airlines
Jan 7
SJO1:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 07m
1 stop
CMH10:38 pmColumbus
Jan 13
CMH6:06 amColumbus
6h 31m
1 stop
SJO11:37 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$296
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Spirit Airlines
Jan 8
SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 57m
1 stop
CMH11:27 pmColumbus
Jan 15
CMH6:06 amColumbus
6h 31m
1 stop
SJO11:37 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$316
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 10, 2025.
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San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/7

1:31 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Columbus

Wed 1/14

6:06 am-11:37 am

1 stop6h 31m

$285

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/7

1:31 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Columbus

Tue 1/13

6:06 am-11:37 am

1 stop6h 31m

$296

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/8

1:30 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Columbus

Thu 1/15

6:06 am-11:37 am

1 stop6h 31m

$316

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/7

1:31 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Columbus

Wed 1/14

5:45 am-11:37 am

2 stops30h 52m

$337

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/7

1:31 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Columbus

Tue 1/13

5:45 am-11:37 am

2 stops30h 52m

$356

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/8

1:30 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Columbus

Thu 1/15

12:00 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops25h 22m

$362

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

2:05 pm-9:50 am

1 stop18h 45m

Columbus

Mon 2/2

6:30 am-8:39 pm

1 stop15h 09m

$371

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

8:45 am-9:50 am

2 stops24h 05m

Columbus

Mon 2/2

6:30 am-8:39 pm

1 stop15h 09m

$376

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/7

1:31 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Columbus

Tue 1/13

6:06 am-8:25 pm

3 stops15h 19m

$382

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/7

1:31 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Columbus

Wed 1/14

8:05 pm-1:40 pm

3 stops18h 35m

$388

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San José to Columbus Airport

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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 José, with most prices found around $295. If you are unable to visit Columbus Airport during the month of August, then departing from San José during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $348.

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 $372. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $544. 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 José to Columbus Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Columbus Airport in the evening for as low as $422. Flights to Columbus Airport are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $503. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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 José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Columbus Airport for around $403 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 José for as low as $328 on momondo.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San José to Columbus Airport flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San José to Columbus Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San José to Columbus Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San José to Columbus Airport (SJO to CMH) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

7h 43m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San José to Columbus Airport takes 7h 43m
There are no direct flights from San José to Columbus Airport. There are no popular flight routes from San José to Columbus Airport.
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  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Columbus by plane?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl and Columbus are 2077.3 mi apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 7h 43m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?

    Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Columbus Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Columbus Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Columbus Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from San José to Columbus Airport?

Best airlines flying from San José to Columbus Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $160Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,173 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $307Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,092 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $383Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,047 reviews
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