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San Francisco.£203 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul, returning Mon, 28 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £203, select.
San Francisco.£203 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £203, select.
San Francisco.£203 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Aug, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £203, select.
San Francisco.£204 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Sun, 9 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £204, select.
San Francisco.£205 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £205, select.
San Francisco.£205 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £205, select.
San Francisco.£205 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Jan, returning Mon, 12 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 9 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £205, select.
San Francisco.£205 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £205, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Port Columbus Airport to San Francisco International Airport

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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Cheapest month:July
Most expensive month:June

Direct flights from Port Columbus to San Francisco International

Port Columbus to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

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

Columbus to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£203
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week7

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Port Columbus to San Francisco International is £203. 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 5 minutes is the average flight time from Port Columbus to San Francisco International.
United flies direct from Port Columbus to San Francisco International.
As of June 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Port Columbus to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Port Columbus to San Francisco International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Port Columbus Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Friday, 26 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 5 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.
Currently, Delta and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

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

  • Around 5 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

  • San Francisco is three hours behind Columbus and observes the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Take your pick of ten weekly John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 07:32 departure with United Airlines is the earliest available. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:41.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CMH to SFO flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • United Airlines is your ticket to exploring San Francisco (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this popular airline.

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

  • United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers CMH to SFO flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between CMH and SFO:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • O'Hare International Airport

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

  • At the moment, £101 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £203. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from CMH to SFO, reserve your journey six months before your departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Landing cheap flights from CMH to SFO is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

Handy information about John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 79.5% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Columbus to John Glenn Columbus International Airport is approximately 8 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near CMH? If you're boarding an early flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • If you're arriving on a late John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SFO:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Francisco and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

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

  • From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 13 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Book your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to explore San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from CMH to SFO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Francisco. Around 40 miles away to the south-east, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

  • If you're looking to explore another side of United States, head for Fresno, about 160 miles south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are key reasons to visit.

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