Cheap flights from CMH to SAN (John Glenn Columbus Intl. to San Diego Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from CMH to SAN starting at $126 One Way, $240 Round Trip

Prices starting at $240 for return flights and $126 for one-way flights to San Diego Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Aug 17
CMH
Columbus
SAN
San Diego
$240 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$240
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 3 from Columbus to San Diego, returning Mon, Aug 17, priced at $240 found 12 hours ago
Fri, Jun 12 - Wed, Jun 24
CMH
Columbus
SAN
San Diego
$248 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 12 from Columbus to San Diego, returning Wed, Jun 24, priced at $248 found 17 hours ago
Fri, Jun 5 - Mon, Jun 8
CMH
Columbus
SAN
San Diego
$272 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$272
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 5 from Columbus to San Diego, returning Mon, Jun 8, priced at $272 found 22 hours ago
Thu, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 11
CMH
Columbus
SAN
San Diego
$287 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Aug 6 from Columbus to San Diego, returning Tue, Aug 11, priced at $287 found 2 days ago
Thu, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 11
CMH
Columbus
SAN
San Diego
$287 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 6 from Columbus to San Diego, returning Tue, Aug 11, priced at $287 found 2 days ago

Hotel Ideas near San Diego Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Diego Intl.

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
$213 nightly
The price is $245 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$245 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,537 reviews)
"The property was beautiful and the view of downtown at night was even better. 5 minutes to the airport in the convenient airport shuttle."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
$182 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Jun 4 to Jun 5
$211 total
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
150 W Broadway San Diego CA
$183 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
$212 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,157 reviews)
"Staff were great. Maintaince went out of his way to get us a machine that would provide hot water for our tea. Loved the juices."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

The Sofia Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San Diego

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
$85 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$97 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,585 reviews)
"I got the double beds. Room is a bit tight but who spends the entire day in the room. Staff helpful esp when asked if I wanted a first floor or 2nd floor room. Super easy. Plenty of parking."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

Best Western Seven Seas
The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
150 W Broadway San Diego CA
$183 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
$212 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,157 reviews)
"Staff were great. Maintaince went out of his way to get us a machine that would provide hot water for our tea. Loved the juices."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

The Sofia Hotel
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
$193 nightly
The price is $224 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$224 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,788 reviews)
"When we checked in your system was down so we were never issued any amenities and had to be walked to our room by front desk… very bummed cuz it was our 32 nd anniversary"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San Diego Hotels With Airport Transportation

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
$182 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Jun 4 to Jun 5
$211 total
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
$213 nightly
The price is $245 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$245 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,537 reviews)
"The property was beautiful and the view of downtown at night was even better. 5 minutes to the airport in the convenient airport shuttle."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1955 San Diego Ave San Diego CA
$144 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$166 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,068 reviews)
"The free shuttle to the airport was the key factor in our choice"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San Diego Hotels

Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn

2.5 out of 5
5550 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
$128 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
$146 total
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,416 reviews)
"We didn’t even stay the night. My daughter sat on the bed, ended up with bug bites on her arm. We immediately told the office that we were leaving. They would only refund one night. Do not recommend this hotel the front office manager was horribly rude."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

Pleasant Inn
E-Z 8 Motel Old Town

E-Z 8 Motel Old Town

2.5 out of 5
4747 Pacific Highway San Diego CA
$62 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$71 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
6.6/10 (2,116 reviews)
"Could use a coat of paint."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

E-Z 8 Motel Old Town
Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn San Diego

2.5 out of 5
1333 Hotel Cir S San Diego CA
$108 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$124 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,707 reviews)
"Location was great. Clean inside rooms and property. Pool was a definite WIN!! The front desk staff (minus 1 young lady on Friday night) was AWESOME!! The gentleman was SUPER helpful & friendly. Went above and beyond for sure!! And then…there was FIGHT:/ around 2am night 1 there was loud and obnoxious ..."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Kings Inn San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San Diego

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
$231 nightly
The price is $266 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$266 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,116 reviews)
"Hotel staff were very accommodating, early check-in, use of resort amenities, everything was just perfect!!! Definitely recommend this resort!!!!!"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Bahia Resort Hotel
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
$214 nightly
The price is $246 total per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$246 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,371 reviews)
"The staff was very tentative. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. The pool was amazing. The restaurant was excellent and Manny was very tentative and awesome. We will be back next year . The view from our room was breathtaking."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort and Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
3999 Mission Boulevard San Diego CA
$261 nightly
The price is $301 total per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$301 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,264 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, game room, on the beach, bicycle rentals

Travelers say...
"This was our 3rd stay in the last few years. It’s perfect for our family. Well maintained, clean and safe!"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Catamaran Resort and Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

CMH to SAN Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
CMH Address & GPS
Address:
4600 International Gateway
Columbus OH, 43219
United States
IATA Code:
CMH
Longitude:
-82.884966
Latitude:
39.998181
Time Zone:
America/New_York
SAN Address & GPS
Address:
Airport Drive
San Diego CA, 92101
United States
IATA Code:
SAN
Longitude:
-117.197312
Latitude:
32.731938
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from John Glenn Intl. Airport to SAN?
While you can't fly direct from John Glenn Intl. Airport to San Diego Airport, there are plenty of airlines that operate on this route with just a single stopover. Why not check if the times and dates offered by Southwest Airlines or American Airlines work with your travel plans? If not, you could always try Delta Air Lines.
What is the shortest flight from John Glenn Intl. Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Make the most of the opportunity to sit back and relax on your trip from Columbus to San Diego. The fastest flight time from John Glenn Intl. Airport to SAN is 6 hours and 40 minutes, which gives you lots of time to enjoy a drink or get carried away with a good book.
How many hours flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to SAN?
On average, it takes 6 hours and 47 minutes to travel from CMH to SAN. Get through the journey by watching some films and browsing a magazine or two. Alternatively, squeeze in a bit of shut-eye.
What airlines have the most flights from John Glenn Intl. Airport to SAN?
You'll need to make one or more stopovers if you're on your way from CMH to SAN. Right now, you won't find any airlines that have nonstop flights on this route.

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