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Flight deals from Port Columbus to San Diego International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,297. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.R 1,646 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,646, select.
San Diego.R 2,143 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,143, select.
San Diego.R 2,149 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,149, select.
San Diego.R 2,195 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,195, select.
San Diego.R 2,492 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,492, select.
San Diego.R 2,492 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,492, select.
San Diego.R 2,495 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,495, select.
San Diego.R 2,575 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,575, select.
San Diego.R 2,576 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,576, select.
San Diego.R 3,335 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,335, select.
San Diego.R 4,105 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,105, select.
San Diego.R 4,804 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,804, select.
San Diego.R 6,697 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,697, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Port Columbus to San Diego International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Port Columbus to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in October.
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from R 2,195
Sep
from R 2,149
Oct
from R 1,646
Nov
from R 2,143
Dec
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from R 2,575
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Direct flights from Port Columbus to San Diego International

Port Columbus to San Diego International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Port Columbus to San Diego below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Diego International.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego
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from R 1,642
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McClellan-Palomar

48km from central San Diego
from R 6,358
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Columbus to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,646
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time4 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Port Columbus to San Diego International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Port Columbus to San Diego International is R 3,701. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Port Columbus to San Diego International.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from Port Columbus to San Diego International.
As of July 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Port Columbus to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from Port Columbus to San Diego International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport on Tuesday, 13 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 45 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

Travelling from Port Columbus Airport (CMH) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport is 4 hours 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in San Diego is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Columbus.

  • Flights from CMH to SAN start from 12:15 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The latest departure is at 18:30 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CMH to SAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Southwest Airlines is your gateway to exploring San Diego (and perhaps some other exciting parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Southwest Airlines.

  • Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers CMH to SAN flights, with 76.32% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CMH and SAN:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Port Columbus Airport (CMH) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport flight is R 1,646. A round-trip ticket right now is R 3,701. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To find cheap tickets from CMH to SAN, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CMH to SAN.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport.

Handy information about Port Columbus Airport (CMH)

  • CMH's address is 4600 International Gateway.

  • 77% of flights that take off from Port Columbus Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Port Columbus Airport from central Columbus, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 40 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near CMH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • If you're arriving on a late Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near SAN:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a San Diego International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Diego and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.

When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to San Diego. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.

  • Before locking in your flight from Port Columbus Airport to San Diego International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMH to SAN in February. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.

Explore more of the United States

  • San Diego has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a trip to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of the United States, consider Phoenix, about 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are among the biggest draws.

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