Travelling from Vancouver to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) begins with finding the best airport to kick off your journey from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main departure points in Vancouver.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport is located in Columbus. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Vancouver to CMH.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Vancouver International Airport:
71.77% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to CMH flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is roughly 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make catching an early Vancouver to John Glenn Columbus International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
About John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Getting from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport to the centre of Columbus is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Right now, R 3,052 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to John Glenn Columbus International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,439. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Vancouver to CMH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Plan your visit to Columbus in April for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Vancouver to CMH plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to John Glenn Columbus International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Columbus right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to John Glenn Columbus International Airport:
Your trip to Columbus should come with a bit 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
You've visited Columbus, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Indianapolis to tick off its must-visit sights. From 9-11 Memorial to Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Detroit is another standout 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.
