On this page, you can find and book flights from Columbus to San Francisco. The distance between the cities is approximately 3,402 km, and flight frequency reaches 6 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by United Airlines (UA). Ticket prices change regularly, so we recommend using the price dynamics chart to find great deals. You can also find information about transport to the departure airport and how to get from the airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Columbus → San Francisco on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 6 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines. Departures from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Rickenbacker International Airport and Golden Triangle Regional Airport airports, arrivals at San Francisco International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Columbus — San Francisco by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 479 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 1,260 in b. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Columbus → San Francisco, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 876 | high | May | AED 610 | low | Sep | AED 647 | low |
| Feb | AED 647 | low | Jun | AED 955 | high | Oct | AED 685 | low |
| Mar | AED 917 | high | Jul | AED 992 | high | Nov | AED 801 | medium |
| Apr | AED 727 | medium | Aug | AED 955 | high | Dec | AED 917 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest weather in San Francisco occurs in August and September, when daytime temperatures reach +24°C. The wettest and coolest period is December, with over 100 mm of precipitation and an average minimum of around +7°C.
The lowest airfare was recorded in October — AED 472, as well as in August, when tickets start AED 492. Prices peak in November, with fares starting AED 1,242.
The best time to travel is August: it is one of the driest months with comfortable temperatures and affordable flight prices. It is advisable to avoid booking for November due to a significant seasonal increase in flight costs.
United Airlines (UA) operates regular flights on the route from Columbus to San Francisco. On average, there are about 6 departures per week, including both direct flights and options with layovers at major aviation hubs. A detailed current schedule and travel time information are available in the list below.
Flights Columbus — San Francisco depart from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Rickenbacker International Airport and Golden Triangle Regional Airport and arrive at San Francisco International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 4 hours 15 minutes, covering a distance of 3,402 km. The exact time depends on the specific flight and weather conditions.
The main carrier on this route is United Airlines (UA). The current list of available flights and airlines is displayed at the top of the page.
Yes, there are both direct flights and options with layovers on this route. You can check for non-stop flights on specific dates using the search form above.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand and season. To find the current minimum, use the low price calendar on this page.
Flights arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is the region's main aviation hub.
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