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

Earn rewards on top of your airline miles with Orbitz Rewards

Many airlines offer flexible change policies

Sign up to receive text alerts about your trip

Cheap Flights from CMH to SAN starting at $124 One Way, $264 Round Trip

Prices starting at $264 for return flights and $124 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.

Fri, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 22
CMH
Columbus
SAN
San Diego
$264 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 18 from Columbus to San Diego, returning Tue, Sep 22, priced at $264 found 6 days ago
Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 24
CMH
Columbus
SAN
San Diego
$266 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$266
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 21 from Columbus to San Diego, returning Mon, Aug 24, priced at $266 found 3 days ago
Fri, Jul 17 - Sat, Aug 8
CMH
Columbus
SAN
San Diego
$272 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$272
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 17 from Columbus to San Diego, returning Sat, Aug 8, priced at $272 found 22 hours ago
Mon, Aug 3 - Sat, Aug 15
CMH
Columbus
SAN
San Diego
$277 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Aug 3 from Columbus to San Diego, returning Sat, Aug 15, priced at $277 found 6 days ago
Wed, Aug 26 - Sun, Aug 30
CMH
Columbus
SAN
San Diego
$324 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 26 from Columbus to San Diego, returning Sun, Aug 30, priced at $324 found 3 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
The price is $255 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$255 total
per night
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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! (3,555 reviews)
"Was cool"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is $211 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$211 total
per night
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6,276 reviews)
"The center guardrail post on the deck is badly rusted on the bottom, and the deck has big cracks in it. Eventually someone will lean against that rail and it will break away. Not good. My biggest pet peeve is the $50 a night parking fee and the $30 a night destination fee! Really??? You charge more ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

2.5 out of 5
2485 Hotel Circle Place San Diego CA
The price is $146 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$146 total
per night
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,795 reviews)
"Free breakfast included!"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area
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

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 Jul 19 to Jul 20
$211 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6,276 reviews)
"The center guardrail post on the deck is badly rusted on the bottom, and the deck has big cracks in it. Eventually someone will lean against that rail and it will break away. Not good. My biggest pet peeve is the $50 a night parking fee and the $30 a night destination fee! Really??? You charge more ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
$325 nightly
The price is $374 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$374 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,718 reviews)
"Very outdated for the price they charge."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
$225 nightly
The price is $261 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$261 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (3,988 reviews)
"Clean room, hard to get hot water come out. In the shower"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 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 Jul 19 to Jul 20
$211 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6,276 reviews)
"The center guardrail post on the deck is badly rusted on the bottom, and the deck has big cracks in it. Eventually someone will lean against that rail and it will break away. Not good. My biggest pet peeve is the $50 a night parking fee and the $30 a night destination fee! Really??? You charge more ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
$222 nightly
The price is $255 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$255 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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! (3,556 reviews)
"Conveniently located, check-in officer was not too accommodating, however, after not liking my first room she mo"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 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
$158 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$182 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (1,079 reviews)
"Room was clean and very quiet considering its proximity to the highway and airport. The staff was wonderful! Transportation to and from the airport and the car rental center was an added bonus!"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 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
$110 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$126 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,484 reviews)
"."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 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
$84 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$97 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
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 (2,128 reviews)
"The hotel and staff are wonderful. Unfortunately, purchasing an internet package is impossible for international travellers without a US-issued credit card."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 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
$154 nightly
The price is $177 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$177 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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! (3,744 reviews)
"Staff members were extremely friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 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
The price is $397 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$397 total
per night
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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! (2,229 reviews)
"Room was not ready when we checked in. The pictures are not the same as the hotel. There were no beach cabanas. The pool water was very dirty and it smelled bad."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 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
The price is $326 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$326 total
per night
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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! (4,406 reviews)
"Very happy with our stay here. The staff is great, all around. From the reception desk to the restaurant staff to the maintenance staff. Pools are nice and heated, and they have nightly movies at one of the pools for the kids. Also, this is a very pet friendly place to stay, our doggie really enjoyed ..."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort and Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
3999 Mission Boulevard San Diego CA
The price is $383 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$383 total
per night
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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! (1,303 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
"It’s an old property, tough to upgrade. Great great location!"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 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.

Map To Nearby Hotels

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.

More to Explore