SAN - CMH

$82 Find Cheap Flights from San Diego to Columbus

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Cheapest round-trip
$187
Overall average: $371
Frontier
Fri 4/24Fri 5/1
SAN - CMH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$333
Southwest
Thu 4/9Thu 4/16
SAN - CMH • Non-stop
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Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 4h 18m
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Cheapest • Avg $283 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Columbus (SAN-CMH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to Columbus that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Columbus

Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 1
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6:25 am - 6:58 pm
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9h 33m
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8:08 pm - 11:06 pm
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29h 58m
1 stop
$187Frontier
Wed, May 13 - Fri, May 15
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2:47 pm - 2:41 pm
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20h 54m
2 stops
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8:18 pm - 8:04 pm
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26h 46m
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$189Frontier
Wed, Apr 15 - Sun, Apr 19
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10:30 am - 7:33 pm
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30h 03m
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7:00 pm - 1:17 pm
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45h 17m
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$190Frontier
Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20
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7:23 pm - 5:40 pm
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19h 17m
2 stops
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8:21 pm - 11:06 pm
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29h 45m
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$201Frontier
Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20
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6:25 am - 7:33 pm
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10h 08m
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8:21 pm - 11:59 pm
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6h 38m
1 stop
$210Frontier
Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 17
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6:25 am - 6:19 pm
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8h 54m
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8:18 pm - 8:04 pm
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26h 46m
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$213Frontier
Fri, Apr 10 - Mon, Apr 20
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6:25 am - 6:19 pm
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8h 54m
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8:21 pm - 8:04 pm
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26h 43m
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$217Frontier
Wed, Apr 15 - Sun, Apr 19
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10:30 am - 7:33 pm
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30h 03m
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8:19 pm - 11:59 pm
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SAN
30h 40m
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$219Frontier
Fri, May 15 - Sun, May 17
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6:25 am - 5:48 pm
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8h 23m
1 stop
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6:05 pm - 8:42 am
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SAN
41h 37m
2 stops
$227Frontier
Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 11
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6:25 am - 5:48 pm
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8h 23m
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6:43 pm - 11:50 pm
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8h 07m
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$231Frontier
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to Columbus flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to Columbus to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Columbus?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Columbus on a Thursday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to San Diego, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport is February, where tickets cost $311 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $476 and $471 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$82
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Columbus

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Columbus based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking San Diego to Columbus flights

  • What is the luggage allowance on Delta flights from San Diego to Columbus?

    Except for Basic Economy fares, Delta usually allows each passenger to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item. The carry-on bag should fit in the overhead bin and should not exceed 22 × 14 × 9 in. The personal item must fit under the seat in front of you and should not exceed 18 in x 14 in x 8 in. Checked bags are subject to a fee depending on the weight and the number of bags.

  • What services does Spirit Airlines offer for economy passengers on flights from San Diego to Columbus?

    There are no seat back screens or in-flight entertainment systems on Spirit Airlines flights. Passengers are encouraged to bring their own devices to watch movies, listen to music, or play games on flights from San Diego to Columbus. Passengers can purchase snacks and drinks on board, including alcoholic beverages. There are also combo meal and snack options available for purchase.

  • How do I get from Columbus Airport (CMH) to the city center?

    Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available outside the terminal, and a ride to the city center takes around 10–20 minutes. The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) operates a bus line that runs between the airport and the city center. The bus runs every 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the time of day. Tickets can be purchased with cash when boarding the bus, or with a credit card or smartphone through the COTA app.

  • What seat selection option is available on American Airlines flights from San Diego to Columbus?

    American Airlines offers several seat selection options that vary depending on the type of ticket purchased for flights from San Diego to Columbus. No advanced seat selection is allowed for Basic Economy passengers. Seats are assigned at check-in, and there may be limited or no availability for choosing seats together with travel companions. Advanced seat selection is available for Main Cabin passengers.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport was $82 for a one-way ticket and $187 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Diego and Columbus?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Diego to Columbus?

    San Diego airport is called San Diego and the only airport in Columbus is Columbus.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Diego to Columbus?

    Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to Columbus flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Columbus?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to Columbus flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to Columbus?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and Columbus, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Diego to Columbus?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from San Diego to Columbus on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Columbus, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Columbus are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $451 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $386 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to Columbus?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to Columbus.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to Columbus?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Columbus from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to Columbus?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Columbus with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and CMH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to Columbus?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Columbus from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $405 or less round-trip.
  • JetBlue offers Family Boarding, which allows families with children under the age of 12 to board the plane before general boarding. Families can also choose seats together so that parents can sit with their children on flights from San Diego (SAN) to Columbus (CMH).
  • United offers flights from San Diego to Columbus and has committed to sourcing 100 million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) over the next decade. The use of SAF can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80%.
  • Flights from San Diego to Columbus have layovers in a number of different cities depending on which airline you choose. Some of these cities include Los Angeles (LAX), Orlando (MCO), Las Vegas (LAS), Denver (DEN), Houston (IAH), Chicago (ORD), and Dallas (DFW).
  • San Diego Airport (SAN) has a single terminal building, which is divided into three sections: Terminal 1, Terminal 2 East, and Terminal 2 West. These terminals are connected by a landside terminal roadway and an airside pedestrian bridge.
  • Frontier Airlines allows small pets to travel with their owners in the cabin of the plane for flights from San Diego to Columbus. The pet must be able to fit comfortably in a carrier that fits under the seat in front of you, and only one pet per passenger is allowed.

Prefer to fly direct from San Diego to Columbus?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Diego to Columbus.
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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Diego to Columbus

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Diego to Columbus. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4318 reviews
8.6Crew
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7.0Food
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
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The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

8.0 ExcellentTobin, Mar 2026
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The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

Flight boarded late after announcing on time boarding. Flight arrived only a little late despite late departure. Had trouble connecting to WiFi

The Southwest experience has definitely taken a dive from its early days. You can no longer deferentiate from other airlines. Air travel is too expensive. Southwest is no longer budget friendly. They have lost me as a loyal customer.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

The seats are now more narrow. I paid for front row the seats in the front are even more narrow than before.

The wifi on the plane is great. The only issue that I have is that I prefer an aisle seat and on my trips this week, I was either in the middle or window. If we can work to secure aisle seating, I will be thrilled. Nice trip.

Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

We got exit row seats both flights. Everything was running on time

I was in first class and literally the men behind me were so aggressively loud I moved myself to economy. This has become so common on Delta - people using audio without headphones, and men on 12am / late night flights drinking and yelling to talk to each other which prevents anyone around them from resting. Pretty crazy to have to move from first to economy (poorer service, less comfort...). Wild wild. Looking into other airlines.

Flight was delayed by 3-hours and their fix was… complimentary pretzels.

Boarding and crew were fantastic, but I paid for a window seat with no window. Seat 11D on a CRJ-900 apparently does not have a window. Lesson learned.

The crew, and fellow passengers, were super gracious and kind. There seemed to be plenty of bin space even though the plane was full. It’s nice to get a glass of wine with dinner in Premiere seating, and there was a lot of food.

Everything I mentioned earlier - the airbus was more comfortable indeed and the experience was further enhanced.

The gate agent was most helpful in getting me on to fly standby. I greatly appreciate it.

The plane was an older model, so it wasn’t as comfortable as others. The flight attendants were not helpful during onboarding. It was a full flight so there was chaos finding space for baggage.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Delta One is extraordinary. I fly business when somebody hires me. I just wonder why there is such a chasm between business class and the insanely inhumane and nonsensical coach. The seats are not large enough to fit even my tiny wife. We fly 10% of what we did because we don’t want to pay 5-10 k but for $400 it’s unbearable. It seems like the accountants took over and made stupid decisions. Screw in 20 extra seats and make it so unbearable that people fly 90% less. Just put the damn price up and put some proper chairs in. But business, yay.

Excellent flight and got us around tough weather. Only issue was seat TV did not work and crew tried to reboot.

Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Complimentary light meal would be appreciated. But great flight crew service on all legs

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

Flight delayed. WiFi connectivity very poor if not existant. Last minute arrival forced me to run to catch my connection.

Terrible. No customer service, no food, no drinks on a 6 hour premier economy booking.

After changing the departure gate 5 times making us mo e from one side of the airport to the other and then back the flight was delayed nearly 2 hours. The male flight attendant had a bad attitude with the guest being condescending, disrespectful with people who were already on edge.

Dloght delayed by 2.5 hrs . Common theme in my last four american floghts

American continues to decline in their customer service and its beyond disappointing.

They are rarely on time! Very hard to plan your travels when flights or connections keep getting delayed.

My seat was assigned last row behind restrooms No legroom’s I’m very Pettit Still was not comfortable Food choice was excellent

Delayed initially because they couldn’t print the flight details. Poor instruction on delay. When I got on the plane the flight attendant argued with me about whether my carry on would fit (it did, although she didn’t acknowledge that). No greeting (other than arguing with me) getting on or off the plane.

The chicken wrap was tiny ($13 for what looked like a 1/3 of a normal wrap?) and disgusting.

Mediocre would be best description. Food bland. Seat biz class uncomfortable to sleep. Crew never dimmed lights completely in an overnight flight to Europe. Would avoid AA if possible.

Small plane, poor meal choices for first class, bad terminal and boarding experience at LAX

Massimo, flight attendant was very authentic, attentive - wonderful. Food/wrap was just okay.

My flight was delayed by over an hour and the turbulance was horrible.

I was double booked for my ticket- they have record of it and admitted to their error but wouldn’t let me board until I paid once again for the fare- have documentation of their mistake -

I cannot effectively rate the food and drink as I had not. Otherwise, the trip was fine. The seats were nice, the crew was fine. They could smile once in a while. They all look like they were mad.

Less than acceptable. Family members had flights cancelled with no reason. Multiple hour delay, gate changes, poor communication, less than satisfactory. I will never fly with spirit again, which is a shame because it’s a budget friendly option but quite frankly with all of the hassle and hoops that come with flying spirit. Completely unacceptable.

They cancelled the flight due to crew unavailability. The next day they cancelled the flight again.

Missed flight cause tsa took so long, overbooked flight, left terminal earlier than posted departure ridiculous upcharges stayed at airport additional 6 hours to catch next available flight. Had to make other arrangements to be picked up for later flight. Terrible experience!

For the price of the fare, there really isn’t much to complain about.

A Spirit agent caused me to miss my flight. The company has not responded for request of refund. Stay away from Spirit.

I arrived two hours early, and at 9:20 I was still queuing for security.

Got to LAX at 3:20 am, the counter personnel did not start to check in bags till 3:40 am. I patiently waited at the priority check in line as they started to take people from the general line. After about 15 minutes of waiting, I approached the lady exactly in front of the priority line and asked her if they would be taking people from the priority line or if I would need to switch to waiting in the general line. She responded “yes”, I then asked her yes to what? And she yelled back at me loudly “I SAID YES!” Needless to say, I waited at the end of the line of the general line. I could have been told the priority line would not be called upon and could have queued in the general line ahead of many people that arrived to cue after I did

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