Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Columbus?

Flights from San Francisco to Columbus usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Columbus Metropolitan Area (CSG).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Columbus?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Columbus.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Columbus pass through?

Most connecting flights from San Francisco to Columbus pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Columbus?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from San Francisco to Columbus. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $656 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $748, a difference of $92. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Columbus?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Columbus takes 00m, covering 2,130 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Columbus?

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 San Francisco to Columbus changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $576 to $1,064. That means the highest observed fare was about 84% higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Columbus?

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

What car rental options are available at Columbus Metropolitan Area Airport (CSG)?

Columbus Metropolitan Area Airport (CSG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Alamo • Hertz • Avis • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Columbus flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Columbus range from $556 to $708, with an average of $656 over the past 12 months. Anything below $556 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Columbus typically range from $556 to $708. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $576, on Delta.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Columbus?

Delta ($576) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Columbus in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Columbus?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $715. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Columbus which airport offers the shortest layover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Columbus layovers at 4h 41m over the past 3 months.

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11:44 am - 9:49 pmSFO San Francisco-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area

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6:00 am - 5:05 pmCSG Columbus Metropolitan Area-SFO San Francisco

14h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl

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Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 6

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Columbus? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Columbus departing in january.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Columbus?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Columbus.
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Columbus?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Columbus takes 00m, covering 2,130 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Columbus?
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.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Columbus flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Columbus range from $556 to $708, with an average of $656 over the past 12 months. Anything below $556 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Columbus changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $576 to $1,064. That means the highest observed fare was about 84% higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at Columbus Metropolitan Area Airport (CSG)?
Columbus Metropolitan Area Airport (CSG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Avis
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Columbus?
Flights from San Francisco to Columbus usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Columbus Metropolitan Area (CSG).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Columbus pass through?
Most connecting flights from San Francisco to Columbus pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Columbus?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from San Francisco to Columbus. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $656 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $748, a difference of $92.

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 is the time difference between San Francisco and Columbus?
Columbus is 3 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $656, about $92 less than Saturday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Columbus trip for January. Fares historically average $556 round-trip in that month - typically $310 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Columbus Metropolitan Area Airport.

• Courtyard by Marriott Columbus
• Clarion Pointe Columbus-Bradley Park
• Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus

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