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Private Jet Charter Columbus (CMH) to San Diego (SAN)

Fly privately from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to San Diego International Airport (SAN), a 3,154 km (1,703 nm) flight, from 3h 57m in the fastest private jet. Estimated charter prices start around $17,900 all-in.

Distance
3,154 km
Fastest
3h 57m
From
$17,900
Non-stop sizes
5
From
To
Departure
Passengers

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Which private jet is right for Columbus to San Diego?

  • Very Light JetsFuel stop
    Seats
    5-6
    Flight
    6h 40m
    Est. price
    $23,800

    e.g. Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 · HondaJet HA-420

  • Light JetsNon-stop
    Seats
    8-10
    Flight
    4h 53m
    Est. price
    $22,100

    e.g. Cessna Citation CJ3+ · Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2

  • Midsize JetsNon-stop
    Seats
    8-9
    Flight
    4h 48m
    Est. price
    $28,500

    e.g. Hawker 800XP · Hawker 850XP

  • Super Midsize JetsNon-stop
    Seats
    9-12
    Flight
    4h 42m
    Est. price
    $42,400

    e.g. Bombardier Challenger 3500 · Gulfstream G200

  • Heavy JetsNon-stop
    Seats
    9-16
    Flight
    4h 33m
    Est. price
    $39,700

    e.g. Gulfstream G450 · Gulfstream G500

  • Ultra Long RangeNon-stop
    Seats
    15-19
    Flight
    4h 16m
    Est. price
    $59,200

    e.g. Gulfstream G600 · Gulfstream G650ER

  • TurbopropsFuel stop
    Seats
    7-8
    Flight
    8h 58m
    Est. price
    $17,900

    e.g. Beechcraft King Air B200 · Pilatus PC-12 NGX

Prices are all-in market estimates (crew, pilots, standard fees). Final price on request, tailored to your dates and aircraft.

Aircraft that fly Columbus to San Diego non-stop

70 of the 118 aircraft on JetsFly fly this 3,154 km route without a fuel stop. Prices are averages for the one-way flight, including crew, airport fees and taxes.
Learjet 35A exteriorLight

Learjet 35A

Learjet

Pax
8
Time
4h 51m

about $26,700one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Cessna Citation III exteriorMidsize

Cessna Citation III

Cessna

Pax
8
Time
4h 39m

about $35,400one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Cessna Citation X+ exteriorHeavy

Cessna Citation X+

Cessna

Pax
9
Time
4h 13m

about $47,000one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Hawker 4000 exteriorSuper Midsize

Hawker 4000

Hawker Beechcraft

Pax
8
Time
4h 40m

about $51,100one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Gulfstream V exteriorUltra Long Range

Gulfstream V

Gulfstream Aerospace

Pax
14
Time
4h 36m

about $69,400one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Columbus to San Diego in local time

Take off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) at 10:00 local time in a Bombardier Global 8000 and you land at San Diego International Airport (SAN) at about 10:57 local time, after 3h 57m in the air. San Diego is 3 hours behind Columbus.

Return flight: San Diego to Columbus

Empty legs near this route

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Columbus to San Diego price through the year

Average one-way estimate for the cheapest aircraft (Piper PA-31 Chieftain) each month. Cheapest in February at about $16,700; August is the dearest at about $19,400.
  1. Dec: about $19,200
  2. Jan: about $17,200
  3. Feb: about $16,700
  4. Mar: about $17,700
  5. Apr: about $17,800
  6. May: about $17,700
  7. Jun: about $19,300
  8. Jul: about $19,400
  9. Aug: about $19,400
  10. Sept: about $17,700
  11. Oct: about $17,800

From our booking engine (the prices /book shows): busier seasons, weekends and big events cost more; Tuesdays and Wednesdays and booking more than two weeks ahead cost less. Whole aircraft, taxes included; not a quote.

Private jet traffic at Columbus and San Diego

Private jets our live tracking counted on the ground at each airport in the last 30 days, and the other airports they use nearby.

Departure

293private jets at John Glenn Columbus International Airport

Busiest on Mondays (21% of the week's jets): book early for those days.

Other private-jet airports near Columbus

Arrival

805private jets at San Diego International Airport

Busiest on Mondays (18% of the week's jets): book early for those days.

Other private-jet airports near San Diego

From the ADS-B feed behind our live jet map: each jet counted once per airport per day. No registrations or owners are stored. Coverage is best in North America and Europe.

Book now or wait?

Our read of the market for Columbus to San Diego on your date.

Wait for an empty leg

About 16449 empty legs flew between these countries in the past year, usually listed 2 days before departure. Set an alert and decide by Sun 22 Nov: an empty leg can cost up to 75% less.

From, on Tue 24 Nov
$23,700
Empty legs, past year
16449 · listed ~2d ahead
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Private jet vs business class

Per person, with the hours you save door to door.

Travellers

4

Private jet

$6,580

per person · Cessna Citation I/SP

7h 41m door to door

Business class

$1,800

per person · typical flexible fare

7h 33m door to door

You save 0h each, 0h for the group. The jet costs $4,780 more per person, after your time saved.

Jet: our average one-way price for the cheapest jet that seats your group. Airline: typical business fare for the distance, plus about 3 hours at airports.

How much does a private jet from Columbus to San Diego cost?

$17,900 – $69,400

one way, whole aircraft, all-in estimate

  • Return trip from about $33,600 (Piper PA-31 Chieftain, back another day): less than two one-way flights.
  • Light Jets and larger fly the route non-stop.
  • Empty legs on this routing can cut costs by up to 75% when the timing aligns.

Why fly this route privately?

  • Arrive at John Glenn Columbus International Airport's private terminal 15 minutes before take-off, not hours.
  • Land at San Diego International Airport, closer to where you are going.
  • Fly when you want: your schedule decides, not the airline's.
DepartureJohn Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)Columbus, United StatesArrivalSan Diego International Airport (SAN)San Diego, United States
Fastest flight time: 3h 57mUp to 19 passengers

Columbus to San Diego, Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a private jet from Columbus to San Diego cost?
Estimated charter prices for the 3,154 km flight from Columbus (CMH) to San Diego (SAN) range from about $17,900 in the turboprops category to around $69,400 for ultra long range, all-in including crew and standard fees. Request a formal quote for an exact price for your dates.
How long is the flight from Columbus to San Diego by private jet?
Flight time depends on the aircraft: expect around 3h 57m in the fastest category, while smaller aircraft may need a fuel stop. Private terminals also save 1-2 hours versus airline check-in.
Which private jets can fly Columbus to San Diego non-stop?
Light Jets, Midsize Jets, Super Midsize Jets, Heavy Jets, Ultra Long Range can typically fly this 3,154 km route non-stop. Typical aircraft include Cessna Citation CJ3+, Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2, Cessna Citation XLS+.
Can I book an empty leg from Columbus to San Diego?
Right now our empty-leg board has 5 flights leaving the Columbus area and 7 arriving in the San Diego area. Empty legs are one-way flights an aircraft makes anyway, sold below a normal charter when the timing fits. Check our empty legs page, or set a price alert and we e-mail you when one matches your route.
How much is a return private jet from Columbus to San Diego?
About $33,600 for the cheapest aircraft (Piper PA-31 Chieftain), out and back on different days, whole aircraft, taxes and fees included. A return usually costs less than two one-way flights because the aircraft is flown in and home once. Crew nights away add to it when you stay longer.
When is the cheapest time to fly private from Columbus to San Diego?
On our booking engine's estimates for the cheapest aircraft (Piper PA-31 Chieftain), February averages about $16,700 and August about $19,400. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are usually cheaper than Fridays and Sundays, and booking more than two weeks ahead avoids last-minute prices.
Which airport do private jets use most near Columbus?
In the last 30 days our live tracking counted the most private jets at The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (OSU): 301, 18 km from CMH. We quote the airport that suits you best; tell us where you are going in Columbus.
Which airport do private jets use most near San Diego?
In the last 30 days our live tracking counted the most private jets at McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD): 1,026, 45 km from SAN. We quote the airport that suits you best; tell us where you are going in San Diego.

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Aircraft for Columbus to San Diego

These jets can fly the 3,154 km non-stop. Open one for photos, cabin size and an estimated hourly rate.

Cessna Citation CJ3+3,780 km rangeHawker 850XP4,630 km rangeEmbraer Legacy 6005,920 km rangeBombardier Challenger 35005,926 km rangeGulfstream G60012,220 km range

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More private jet routes from Columbus

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More on both ends of this trip: private jet charter in Columbus and private jet charter in San Diego.

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