Flying from New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) taking off from either of these.
Take a direct New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours.
Columbus's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York. John Glenn Columbus International Airport is located in Columbus.
The busiest route is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), with 35 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from JFK to CMH is the 8:55am American Airlines option. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 9pm with Delta Air Lines.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to CMH, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Get there in one go from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Direct flights from New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport with Delta Air Lines. This top airline operates departures from JFK.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between JFK and CMH is Delta Air Lines.
American Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 87.2% of services landing on schedule.
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) plane ticket out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). See if flying from EWR works better for your plans.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to CMH are offered by United Airlines.
On the EWR to CMH route, United Airlines is the go-to airline for most travellers.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying from Newark Liberty International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, with 77.78% of its services landing on time.
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your New York to CMH flight? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport land on time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Skip straight to the good part and board a direct flight from New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Select your preferred airline and get ready to jet off to your destination. These carriers offer direct New York to CMH plane tickets from LGA:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between LGA and CMH is Delta Air Lines.
Among carriers on this route, Delta Air Lines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
The journey to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport flight:
LGA has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can count on your flight to stay on course and get to your destination as expected.
The address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
If you have a late flight from New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options 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 about 10 kilometres from central Columbus. The time it takes to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Currently, R 949 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,953. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to CMH if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
July is the busiest month for flights from New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Plan your visit to Columbus in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a New York to CMH plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Columbus to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Columbus should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights that are worth your time include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre.
Explore more of the United States
Indianapolis is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Columbus. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include 9-11 Memorial, Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United States, consider Detroit, about 257 kilometres north of Columbus. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are key highlights.
