Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Columbus – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 4, 2026
1 stop
8h 57m DEN
Return – Dec 9, 2026
1 stop
8h 0m SEA
$357
3 days ago
Columbus – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
1 stop
7h 31m ORD
Return – Dec 9, 2026
1 stop
6h 49m DFW
$449
3 days ago
Columbus – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
5h 25m Return – Dec 9, 2026
direct
4h 38m $552
3 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$276
Average price of a round trip
$379
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
5h9
A flight from Columbus to San Francisco takes on average 5h9.
Best time
July
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to San Francisco is July.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Columbus to San Francisco
Check out our tips for booking your flight to San Francisco (USA) from Columbus (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is September, with an average flight ticket price of $324 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, November and August.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 23 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to San Francisco costs on average $355.
The airlines that offer the most flights are .
Price of flight tickets from Columbus to San Francisco
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $276 to $420
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $379
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of September
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: October
info departure city :
Columbus, USA
airports :
Port Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Ohio State University Airport (OSU)
local time :
Columbus is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Columbus, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 5°C, with a minimum of 3°C and a maximum of 7°C.
The city of Columbus has 3 airport(s): Port Columbus, Rickenbacker and Ohio State University
destination info :
San Francisco, USA
airport :
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
local time :
San Francisco is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San Francisco, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 15°C, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 16°C.
The city of San Francisco has 1 airport(s): San Francisco
Useful info about San Francisco
What is the least touristic period to go to San Francisco?
If you want to visit San Francisco during the least touristic period, choose the month of July.
What is the most popular time to travel to San Francisco?
In San Francisco, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Columbus to San Francisco?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 23 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 4 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Columbus to San Francisco is Friday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Columbus and San Francisco?
When you leave, you can leave from Port Columbus, and you will arrive at San Francisco or San Jose-Norman Y. Mineta.
How to reach Columbus airport from the city centre?
The airport Port Columbus is located 12 km, Rickenbacker is located 16 km or Ohio State University is located 14 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Columbus to San Francisco?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Columbus and San Francisco?
In summer, the average temperature is 17°C in San Francisco and 23°C in Columbus. The average rainfall in summer is 2 mm in San Francisco and 122 mm in Columbus. In summer, it is warmer in Columbus and it rains less in San Francisco. In winter, it is colder in San Francisco and it rains more in San Francisco.
