Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Columbus: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 30 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbus.
Columbus's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Durham (the location of Raleigh-Durham International Airport).
The busiest route is from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). There are three weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from RDU to CMH is the 10:01 Breeze Airways option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 19:17 with Breeze Airways.
Leave plenty of time to make your RDU to Columbus flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Begin your journey at RDU and fly nonstop to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbus tickets.
Look out for deals with Breeze Airways. This carrier operates direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbus.
RDU is around 16 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
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Of all flights leaving Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Columbus
R 721 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbus flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 1,688. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from RDU to Columbus, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbus ticket.
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Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
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Reserve your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from RDU to Columbus. If you're going away during a peak period, book even earlier to lock in the best possible deal.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is roughly 23 kilometres from central Columbus. Once you've disembarked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbus, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
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Best time to go to Columbus
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbus. July is the busiest month to travel to Columbus. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
When booking your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbus plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from RDU to Columbus around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbus, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Whetstone Park / Park of Roses, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Ohio Theatre are top sights which should be on any good Columbus itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Columbus, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 451 kilometres northwest to Chicago to tick off its leading sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
