Flying from Columbus to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH): What you need to know
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is nine hours ahead of Columbus. Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Columbus to AUH. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Columbus to AUH leaving from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
CMH is about 16 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Columbus to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
You can reach LCK from the centre of Columbus in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 23 kilometres or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your Columbus to AUH flight is a lot easier when you stay close to Rickenbacker International Airport. If you have an early departure, Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East gives you a head start on the journey.
Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on schedule.
About Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Columbus to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near AUH:
Getting from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Currently, Rs155,684 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs301,652. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Columbus to AUH, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Columbus to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Columbus to AUH.
Save on your flight from Columbus to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Columbus to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
December is the quietest month for flights from Columbus to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Columbus to AUH plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Abu Dhabi to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Columbus to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Abu Dhabi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Abu Dhabi right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Columbus to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Abu Dhabi when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque followed by Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Abu Dhabi. Around 105 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
If there's time to check out another side of the United Arab Emirates, head for Sharjah, roughly 129 kilometres northeast of Abu Dhabi. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are among its highlights.
