Direct flights from Columbus to San Francisco
11 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from CMH to SFO.
Flight time: about 4h40m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Columbus local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| United UAL1597 | 7:00a | 4h40m | Wed–Fri |
| United UAL1597 | 7:10a | 4h33m | Sat |
| United UAL1597 | 7:19a | 4h39m | Tue, Sun |
| United UAL1597 | 7:27a | 4h42m | Mon |
| United UAL1354 | 3:46p | 4h39m | Thu |
| United UAL1354 | 4:00p | 4h37m | Sun |
| United UAL1354 | 4:34p | 4h49m | Mon |
| United UAL758 | 8:31p | 5h2m | Fri |
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The route
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Nonstop from Columbus (CMH) to San Francisco (SFO)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) has 11 nonstop flights a week to San Francisco (SFO), operated by United. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of CMH and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated September 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated September 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Columbus to San Francisco?
The nonstop flight from Columbus (CMH) to San Francisco (SFO) takes about 4h40m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to San Francisco?
Driving from Columbus to San Francisco takes about 35h 44m behind the wheel — roughly 2,429 miles, or about 4 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 4h40m.