Flying from Melbourne to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH): What you need to know
John Glenn Columbus International Airport is located in Columbus. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is 16 hours behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to CMH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to CMH departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to CMH flight is far easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Avalon Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near CMH:
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Getting from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Columbus. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to John Glenn Columbus International Airport is R 10,622. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 16,594. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to CMH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to John Glenn Columbus International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Save on your flight from Melbourne to John Glenn Columbus International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
October is when most people book flights from Melbourne to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Visit Columbus in September if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to CMH plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to John Glenn Columbus International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Columbus
After booking your flight from Melbourne to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Columbus:
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Whetstone Park / Park of Roses are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Columbus to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Easton Town Centre.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, a trip to Indianapolis will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
Detroit is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres north of Columbus. No journey is complete without visiting Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts.
