$121 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Columbus (CMH)

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Cheap Flights from San José to Columbus (SJO-CMH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $121 for one-way flights and $241 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Sun, Aug 24 - Sun, Sep 7
SJO
San José
CMH
Columbus
$241 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$241
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 24 from San José to Columbus, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $241 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 10
SJO
San José
CMH
Columbus
$241 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$241
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from San José to Columbus, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $241 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Sat, Aug 9
SJO
San José
CMH
Columbus
$255 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$255
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from San José to Columbus, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $255 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Tue, Aug 12
SJO
San José
CMH
Columbus
$255 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$255
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from San José to Columbus, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $255 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 26
SJO
San José
CMH
Columbus
$256 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from San José to Columbus, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $256 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 14
SJO
San José
CMH
Columbus
$259 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$259
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from San José to Columbus, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $259 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 20
SJO
San José
CMH
Columbus
$262 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$262
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from San José to Columbus, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $262 found 15 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 27
SJO
San José
CMH
Columbus
$289 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from San José to Columbus, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $289 found 2 days ago
United
Fri, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 19
SJO
San José
CMH
Columbus
$358 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$358
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from San José to Columbus, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $358 found 5 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Sep 24 - Sun, Oct 5
SJO
San José
CMH
Columbus
$376 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$376
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from San José to Columbus, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $376 found 6 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to Columbus (CMH)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $220 - $595 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Columbus

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to John Glenn Columbus Intl. CMH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $256
CMH
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $256
Flights from San José (SJO) to Columbus (CMH)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United, avianca
Roundtrip price
$240
Distance
2074 mi

San José to Columbus Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Columbus

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San José to Columbus are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to Columbus with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San José to Columbus

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to Columbus: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San José to Columbus

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San José to Columbus in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $121 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San José to Columbus flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San José to Columbus airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from SJO to CMH by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SJO to CMH?
The cheapest flights from SJO to CMH are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SJO to CMH?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from SJO to CMH. Sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Direct flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) aren't available daily, so you'll have to take a flight with a layover. Explore your options with Expedia's filter tool. Enter your travel dates and select either "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops."
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to CMH?
Typically you'll find the largest variety of flight choices on a Friday. Tuesdays are often the quietest.* But this can change based on the airline, season and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
To land at John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) on schedule, select a flight that leaves Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a ticket from SJO to CMH often results in higher prices. While it's possible to find some last-minute deals, there's no guarantee. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for a better chance of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to CMH flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SJO to CMH flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one easy place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and select from our extensive range of hotels, then tailor your trip with extras like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
You can usually reschedule or cancel your SJO to CMH flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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