Travelling from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Columbus: what you need to know
Columbus is five hours ahead of Honolulu, where Honolulu International Airport is located. Columbus runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your HNL to Columbus flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
HNL is about 6 kilometres from central Honolulu. 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 taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near HNL? If you're boarding an early flight from Honolulu International Airport to Columbus, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Honolulu International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from HNL land on time.
HNL is located at 300 Rodgers Blvd., #12.
How to find the cheapest flights from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Columbus
Rs58,692 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Honolulu International Airport to Columbus flight. Return plane tickets start from Rs131,387. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from HNL to Columbus, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Honolulu International Airport to Columbus throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
It takes around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to CMH if you're coming in on a late flight from Honolulu International Airport to Columbus. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Reserve your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport several weeks in advance of your flight from HNL to Columbus. If you're going away during a peak period, book even earlier to lock in the best possible deal.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Central Columbus is around 23 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). After your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Columbus has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one accommodation option within an easy drive of LCK. Settle in here after your HNL to Columbus flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Columbus
July is the most popular month for flights from Honolulu International Airport to Columbus. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Columbus in December.
Before booking a Honolulu International Airport to Columbus plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HNL to Columbus in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 6ºC.
More about Columbus
After booking your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Columbus, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Columbus:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Whetstone Park / Park of Roses, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Ohio Theatre are major attractions which should feature on every Columbus itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Columbus, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel about 451 kilometres northwest to Chicago to tick off its top sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of the United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 274 kilometres west of Columbus. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are highlights.
