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Columbus.Rs24,759 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs24,759, select.
Columbus.Rs35,674 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs35,674, select.
Columbus.Rs37,582 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs37,582, select.
Columbus.Rs38,981 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs38,981, select.
Columbus.Rs52,569 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs52,569, select.
Columbus.Rs57,945 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Feb.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,945, select.
Columbus.Rs62,089 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs62,089, select.
Columbus.Rs77,278 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs77,278, select.
Columbus.Rs77,826 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs77,826, select.
Columbus.Rs79,987 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs79,987, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in November.
Oct
from Rs35,454
Nov
from Rs24,606
Dec
from Rs37,350
Jan
from Rs38,740
Feb
from Rs57,587
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Apr
from Rs52,245
May
from Rs61,707
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San Francisco to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs24,606
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time4 hrs, 41 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week8

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

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Columbus is Rs50,773. 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 41 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Columbus.
United flies direct from San Francisco International to Columbus.
As of October 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Columbus is usually November.
If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 10.8 km away from the centre of Columbus. We've found flights into this airport from Rs50,773.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Columbus on Thursday, 6 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 41 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 Columbus 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 Columbus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In October, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Columbus, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -7°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

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

  • Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Columbus.

  • Columbus is three hours ahead of San Francisco, where San Francisco International Airport is located. Columbus observes the UTC-4 timezone.

  • With five weekly departures between the two airports, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most popular route. Hop on United Airlines's 08:44 flight to get your journey from SFO to CMH underway.

  • To avoid rushing for your SFO to Columbus flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Direct San Francisco International Airport to Columbus tickets are available for booking. John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is where you'll be landing.

  • Check out the offers from United Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Columbus.

  • The journey from central San Francisco to SFO takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Columbus? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SFO:

  • Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive on time at their destination.

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

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Columbus flight is Rs24,606. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs51,088. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap flights from SFO to Columbus by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on San Francisco International Airport to Columbus tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.

  • Finding a cheap flight from SFO to Columbus is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Columbus by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to the centre of Columbus takes around 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near CMH if you're coming in on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Columbus. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis to explore Columbus and beyond.

  • Reserve your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from SFO to Columbus. If you're going away during a peak period, book even earlier to get the best deal.

  • You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • After your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Columbus has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 26 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so.

  • Unpack your bag and relax not long after your SFO to Columbus flight at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from LCK.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • Travel to Columbus during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from San Francisco International Airport to Columbus in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • Before booking a San Francisco International Airport to Columbus flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SFO to Columbus in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 6ºC on average.

More about Columbus

  • Start your Columbus trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Columbus, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are leading attractions which should feature on any good Columbus itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Columbus will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres north-west of Columbus, a trip to Chicago will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 274 kilometres west of Columbus. No journey is complete without a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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