Flying from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) to Columbus: what you need to know
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport is located in Panama City. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Columbus is one hour ahead of Panama City.
Leave plenty of time to get on your ECP to Columbus flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
ECP is about 26 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport to Columbus? Consider Hilton Garden Inn Panama City Airport. Get a good night's rest here before heading to ECP.
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from ECP make it to their destination as scheduled 81.18% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) to Columbus
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport to Columbus flight is Rs45,741. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs92,981. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ECP to Columbus if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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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 13 kilometres. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near CMH if you have a late flight from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport to Columbus. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Grab a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car and discover Columbus and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Avis are popular outlets you can book with here.
Improve your chances of securing the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from ECP to Columbus is a wise move.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Central Columbus is about 26 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Once your flight from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport to Columbus has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
You'll find a few fantastic places to stay within a quick drive of LCK. Get into relaxation mode at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East after your ECP to Columbus flight.
Best time to go to Columbus
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport to Columbus. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can be crowded. Go to Columbus in the off-season for a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport to Columbus flight ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ECP to Columbus in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 6ºC.
More about Columbus
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Columbus right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport to Columbus:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are highlights which should be on every Columbus itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Columbus, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 451 kilometres north-west to Chicago to tick off its top sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 274 kilometres west of Columbus. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among its highlights.
