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Cheapest round-trip
$377
Typical prices: $350-$526
Southwest
Sun 1/21Sun 1/28
CMH - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$188
Typical prices: $218-$445
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/24
CMH - SJC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and San Jose. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 21% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $273 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 6h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to San Jose (CMH-SJC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to San Jose

Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 28
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5:35 am - 10:30 amCMH  Columbus-SJC San Jose
7h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:35 pm - 10:45 pmSJC  San Jose-CMH Columbus
6h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$377Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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7:55 am - 3:45 pmCMH  Columbus-SJC San Jose
10h 50m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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9:15 am - 8:20 pmSJC  San Jose-CMH Columbus
8h 05m1 stop San Diego
$377Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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3:00 pm - 9:25 pmCMH  Columbus-SJC San Jose
9h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 am - 6:09 pmSJC  San Jose-CMH Columbus
8h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$377Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14
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3:00 pm - 9:25 pmCMH  Columbus-SJC San Jose
9h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:34 pm - 11:51 pmSJC  San Jose-CMH Columbus
7h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$377Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:04 amCMH  Columbus-SJC San Jose
8h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 6:56 pmSJC  San Jose-CMH Columbus
9h 56m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$382American Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 28
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8:46 am - 2:12 pmCMH  Columbus-SJC San Jose
8h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 9:22 pmSJC  San Jose-CMH Columbus
12h 22m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$382American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 2:30 pmCMH  Columbus-SJC San Jose
9h 00m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:00 am - 8:56 pmSJC  San Jose-CMH Columbus
9h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$394Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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8:34 am - 3:52 pmCMH  Columbus-SJC San Jose
10h 18m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:02 am - 8:50 pmSJC  San Jose-CMH Columbus
9h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$394Alaska Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 3:08 pmCMH  Columbus-SJC San Jose
9h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:14 pm - 11:44 pmSJC  San Jose-CMH Columbus
6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$468United Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31
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5:15 am - 12:02 pmCMH  Columbus-SJC San Jose
9h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:15 pm - 11:57 pmSJC  San Jose-CMH Columbus
6h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$468United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to San Jose flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Columbus Airport to San Jose with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to San Jose?

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to San Jose start at $377. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $350 to $526. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $377 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to San Jose?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to San Jose, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 43% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to San Jose?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to San Jose at $321 round-trip.
  • January ($1,067) and June ($556) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 232% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to San Jose flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$188
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 20% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
Flight from Columbus Airport to San Jose

When to book flights from Columbus to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to San Jose based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to San Jose flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to San Jose?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to San Jose usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbus Airport to San Jose?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Columbus Airport to San Jose:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus Airport to San Jose pass through?

    One-stop flights from Columbus Airport to San Jose most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to San Jose?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Columbus Airport to San Jose route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $361 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $581, a difference of $220. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Jose?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Santana Row. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to San Jose?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 2,095 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to San Jose?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to San Jose changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $377 to $2,053. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to San Jose looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $220, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbus Airport to San Jose?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 32m, compared with 6h 45m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 45m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and San Jose?

    San Jose is 3 hours behind Columbus Airport (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

    San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to San Jose flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to San Jose range from $350 to $526, with an average of $404 over the past 12 months. Anything below $350 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to San Jose flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $361 - about $220 less than Sunday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to San Jose trip for October. Fares historically average $321 round-trip in that month - typically $746 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
    - Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

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