What is the best way to travel from San Diego to Columbus, OH?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Columbus, OH from San Diego?
You can get to Columbus, OH with just $145 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Frontier Airlines48h 45m06:34 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport10:19 AMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 6:34:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:19:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $172 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 45m
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United Airlines6h 42m07:00 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport4:42 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 7:00:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:42:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $238 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m
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Breeze Airways27h 52m01:21 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport8:13 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Breeze Airways goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 1:21:00 PM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $254 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 52m
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Alaska Airlines7h 6m08:00 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport6:06 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 8:00:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:06:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $320 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 6m
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Volaris13h 59m01:50 AMTijuana AirportTijuana Airport6:49 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Volaris goes from Tijuana Airport, Tijuana Airport (Mexico) at 12/7/2025 1:50:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:49:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $486 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 59m
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Frontier Airlines24h 54m06:25 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport10:19 AMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 6:25:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:19:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $157 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 54m
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Frontier Airlines24h 45m06:34 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport10:19 AMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 6:34:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:19:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $189 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 45m
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United Airlines8h 48m011:11 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport10:59 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 11:11:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:59:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $238 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 48m
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United Airlines6h 18m02:16 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport11:34 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 2:16:00 PM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:34:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $238 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 18m
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Alaska Airlines17h 48m08:59 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport5:47 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 8:59:00 PM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 5:47:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $244 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 48m
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FlixBus57h 20m012:15 PMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center12:35 AMColumbus, OHE Main St & S Lazelle St0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/8/2025 12:15:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $295 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 20m
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FlixBus55h 25m02:10 PMSan DiegoLa Jolla Village12:35 AMColumbus, OHE Main St & S Lazelle St0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 12/8/2025 2:10:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $295 per person are available. Travel duration is 55h 25m
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FlixBus55h 50m01:45 PMSan DiegoSeaport Village12:35 AMColumbus, OHE Main St & S Lazelle St0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) at 12/8/2025 1:45:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $295 per person are available. Travel duration is 55h 50m
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Greyhound US56h 5m010:00 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center9:05 PMColumbus, OHE Main St & S Lazelle St0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/8/2025 10:00:00 AM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $295 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 5m
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Greyhound US57h 10m07:35 PMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center7:45 AMColumbus, OHE Main St & S Lazelle St0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/8/2025 7:35:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $320 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 10m
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Frontier Airlines24h 45m06:34 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport10:19 AMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 6:34:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 10:19:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 45m
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Alaska Airlines8h 32m06:15 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport5:47 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 6:15:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:47:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $214 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 32m
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United Airlines6h 42m07:00 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport4:42 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 7:00:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:42:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $238 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m
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Breeze Airways26h 44m01:12 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport6:56 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Breeze Airways goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 1:12:00 PM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:56:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $389 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 44m
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Aeroméxico13h 18m01:13 AMTijuana AirportTijuana Airport5:31 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Aeroméxico goes from Tijuana Airport, Tijuana Airport (Mexico) at 12/10/2025 1:13:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:31:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $734 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 18m
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What are the fastest trips from San Diego to Columbus, OH?
You can get to Columbus, OH from San Diego in just 6h 18m with a Flight from United Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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United Airlines6h 42m07:00 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport4:42 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 7:00:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:42:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $238 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m
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Alaska Airlines7h 6m08:00 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport6:06 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 8:00:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:06:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $320 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 6m
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Volaris13h 59m01:50 AMTijuana AirportTijuana Airport6:49 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Volaris goes from Tijuana Airport, Tijuana Airport (Mexico) at 12/7/2025 1:50:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:49:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $486 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 59m
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Breeze Airways27h 52m01:21 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport8:13 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Breeze Airways goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 1:21:00 PM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $254 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 52m
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Frontier Airlines48h 45m06:34 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport10:19 AMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 6:34:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:19:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $172 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 45m
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United Airlines6h 18m02:16 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport11:34 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 2:16:00 PM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:34:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $238 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 18m
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United Airlines8h 48m011:11 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport10:59 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 11:11:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:59:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $238 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 48m
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Alaska Airlines17h 48m08:59 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport5:47 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 8:59:00 PM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 5:47:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $244 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 48m
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Frontier Airlines24h 45m06:34 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport10:19 AMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 6:34:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:19:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $189 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 45m
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Frontier Airlines24h 54m06:25 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport10:19 AMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 6:25:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:19:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $157 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 54m
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FlixBus55h 25m02:10 PMSan DiegoLa Jolla Village12:35 AMColumbus, OHE Main St & S Lazelle St0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 12/8/2025 2:10:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $295 per person are available. Travel duration is 55h 25m
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FlixBus55h 50m01:45 PMSan DiegoSeaport Village12:35 AMColumbus, OHE Main St & S Lazelle St0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) at 12/8/2025 1:45:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $295 per person are available. Travel duration is 55h 50m
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Greyhound US56h 5m010:00 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center9:05 PMColumbus, OHE Main St & S Lazelle St0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/8/2025 10:00:00 AM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $295 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 5m
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Greyhound US57h 10m07:35 PMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center7:45 AMColumbus, OHE Main St & S Lazelle St0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/8/2025 7:35:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $320 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 10m
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FlixBus57h 20m012:15 PMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center12:35 AMColumbus, OHE Main St & S Lazelle St0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 12/8/2025 12:15:00 PM to E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $295 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 20m
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United Airlines6h 42m07:00 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport4:42 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 7:00:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:42:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $238 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m
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Alaska Airlines8h 32m06:15 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport5:47 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 6:15:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:47:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $214 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 32m
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Aeroméxico13h 18m01:13 AMTijuana AirportTijuana Airport5:31 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Aeroméxico goes from Tijuana Airport, Tijuana Airport (Mexico) at 12/10/2025 1:13:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:31:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $734 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 18m
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Frontier Airlines24h 45m06:34 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport10:19 AMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 6:34:00 AM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 10:19:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 45m
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Breeze Airways26h 44m01:12 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport6:56 PMColumbus AirportColumbus Airport0EconomyA Flight from Breeze Airways goes from San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 1:12:00 PM to Columbus Airport, Columbus Airport (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:56:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $389 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 44m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from San Diego to Columbus, OH
What are the most popular stations in San Diego and Columbus, OH?
In San Diego, you will usually depart from San Ysidro Transit Center, University Av & Bancroft St Bus Stop or Old Town Transit Center, while in Columbus, OH you will be arriving at E Main St & S Lazelle St, ABM Public Parking or Greyhound Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Columbus, OH from San Diego? With 6 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between San Diego and Columbus, OH, you can pay as low as $145 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to Columbus, OH in just 6h 18m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting San Diego and Columbus, OH are Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in San Diego and Columbus, OH is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from San Diego Airport or to Upper Arlington, OH, and look at flights from Tijuana Airport, and landing at Columbus Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from San Diego to Columbus, OH?
The most popular companies between San Diego and Columbus, OH, are Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US
Airlines: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and 3 more.
All you need to know when you travel from San Diego to Columbus, OH
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San Diego to Columbus, OH. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from San Diego to Columbus, OH
How can I reach Columbus, OH from San Diego?
Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Columbus, OH from San Diego.
How far is Columbus, OH from San Diego?
The distance between San Diego and Columbus, OH is 1,953.2 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San Diego and Columbus, OH?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 85 kgs of CO2, a train 110 kgs, a car 534 kgs, and a flight 773 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from San Diego to Columbus, OH?
You can get to Columbus, OH with just $145 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.
What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Columbus, OH?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Columbus, OH in just 6h 18m with a Flight from United Airlines.
More routes to San Diego and to Columbus, OH
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