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Flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 219 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Francisco.210 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 210 €, select.
San Francisco.219 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 219 €, select.
San Francisco.220 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 220 €, select.
San Francisco.257 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 257 €, select.
San Francisco.280 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 280 €, select.
San Francisco.305 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec, returning Mon, 21 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
San Francisco.305 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
San Francisco.305 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
San Francisco.305 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
San Francisco.305 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
San Francisco.305 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
San Francisco.305 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
San Francisco.305 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
San Francisco.305 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Sun, 20 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
San Francisco.305 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Thu, 11 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
San Francisco.305 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Columbus to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from 369 €
Aug
from 219 €
Sep
from 220 €
Oct
from 257 €
Nov
from 305 €
Dec
from 305 €
Jan
from 305 €
Feb
from 305 €
Mar
from 323 €
Apr
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May
from 315 €
Jun
from 332 €

Direct flights from Columbus to San Francisco International

Columbus to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

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

San Francisco International

18km from central San Francisco
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from 210 €
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Oakland Metropolitan Oak

19km from central San Francisco
from 248 €
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Concord

40km from central San Francisco
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San Jose International

63km from central San Francisco
from 282 €
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San Jose Reid-Hillview

72km from central San Francisco
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Santa Rosa

88km from central San Francisco
from 343 €
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Columbus to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found210 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time5 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week12

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Columbus to San Francisco International is 210 €. 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.
5 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Columbus to San Francisco International.
United flies direct from Columbus to San Francisco International.
As of July 2026, there are 12 flights per week flying from Columbus to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to San Francisco International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport on Friday, 28 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 13 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 Francisco 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 Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know

  • Columbus's main airport is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Check out your options for leaving from this base when searching for your flights from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

  • The average duration of a direct Columbus to San Francisco International Airport flight is 5 hours 10 minutes.

  • San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. The city is in the UTC-8 timezone and is three hours behind Columbus.

  • The busiest route is from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Take your pick of 9 direct services each week. United Airlines operates a 7:15am departure between CMH and SFO.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Columbus to SFO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • July is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) leaving from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • United Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport leaving from CMH.

  • United is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from CMH to SFO.

  • With 66.18% of services landing on schedule, United is the top on-time carrier on this route.

  • CMH is around 16 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near John Glenn Columbus International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 77% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • You can get to LCK from central Columbus in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 23 kilometres or so.

  • Getting to the airport on time before your Columbus to SFO flight is so much easier when you stay near Rickenbacker International Airport. If you have an early departure, Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East will have you a quick ride from check-in.

  • Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • From San Francisco International Airport, central San Francisco is around 21 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • 109 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport. Return flights start at 210 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Columbus to SFO. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.

  • Affordable Columbus to San Francisco International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Columbus to SFO is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a price drop.

  • Bag the best deal on a flight from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Visit San Francisco in December if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • Book a Columbus to SFO plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Francisco to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Columbus to San Francisco International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).

More about San Francisco

Explore more of the United States

  • San Francisco is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres east of San Francisco, a trip to Fresno will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, head for Sacramento, about 129 kilometres northeast of San Francisco. California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum are key reasons to visit.

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