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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Jose to Columbus? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $558. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.$558 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May, returning Sat, 16 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 16 May, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $558, select.
Columbus.$600 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Sat, 6 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $600, select.
Columbus.$684 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Thu, 25 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $684, select.
Columbus.$686 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $686, select.
Columbus.$761 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul, returning Thu, 9 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $761, select.
Columbus.$894 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Sun, 20 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $894, select.
Columbus.$1,020 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,020, select.
Columbus.$1,027 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 4 May, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,027, select.
Columbus.$1,379 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,379, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Alternative San Jose to Columbus routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Jose to Columbus? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Port Columbus

11km from central Columbus
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Columbus Rickenbacker

17km from central Columbus
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San Jose to Columbus: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$558
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from San Jose 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 Jose to Columbus is $558. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Jose to Columbus. But we found flights with one or more stops from $558.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from San Jose to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Columbus is usually May.
If you're flying from San Jose, 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 $558.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Jose to Columbus on Saturday, 9 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Jose and Columbus. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 April, the average temperature is usually around 10°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Columbus is Delta .

Flying from San Jose to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Many great adventures take off from San Jose's main airport, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Check out the options for booking a flight from San Jose to Columbus leaving from this terminal.

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) are the primary entry points to Columbus.

  • Columbus's timezone is UTC-4, making Columbus three hours ahead of San Jose.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your San Jose to Columbus flight.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Columbus

  • Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap San Jose to Columbus flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

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Flying from San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • SJC is about 5 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.

  • After an easy start to your trip? Stay near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Jose to Columbus or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

  • 84.69% of flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of SJC.

  • The address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

Arriving in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 10 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Jose to Columbus. Book one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:

  • Travel at your own speed with a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and see more of Columbus and beyond.

  • Reserve your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport a few weeks in advance to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book your San Jose to Columbus flight even earlier.

  • CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Central Columbus is around 16 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). As soon as your flight from San Jose to Columbus has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • April is the quietest month for flights from San Jose to Columbus, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Columbus based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book a San Jose to Columbus ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Columbus to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from San Jose to Columbus in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 6ºC.

More about Columbus

  • Start your Columbus trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Jose to Columbus, browse our range of accommodation options including:

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

Explore more of United States

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

  • If you want to check out another great destination in United States, consider Indianapolis, roughly 274 kilometres west of Columbus. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are key reasons to visit.

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