Travelling from Houston to Columbus: what you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Houston to Columbus. Explore your options for setting off from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
Port Columbus Airport (CMH) and Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK) are the major entry points to Columbus.
The average duration of a direct Houston to Columbus flight is 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Houston.
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to Port Columbus Airport (CMH) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 20 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Houston to Columbus is with United Airlines at 20:16. Choose the first IAH to CMH departure with United Airlines at 07:20 to make the most of your arrival in Columbus.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Houston to Columbus flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Columbus
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Flying from Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
You can get a direct flight from Houston to Columbus taking off from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH). Begin your journey at IAH and touch down at Port Columbus Airport (CMH).
Reserve your Houston to Columbus plane tickets with United Airlines. This airline is a popular choice for direct flights from IAH.
IAH is around 26 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Houston to Columbus, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, data shows 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can take a nonstop flight from Houston to Columbus leaving from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). Start your travels at HOU and disembark at Port Columbus Airport (CMH).
Southwest Airlines offers direct Houston to Columbus plane tickets from HOU. Book your preferred seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.
HOU is about 16 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Houston to Columbus? Kick back in a hotel near Houston Hobby Airport before your break officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
79% of flights departing Houston Hobby Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Columbus
Port Columbus Airport (CMH)
The distance from Port Columbus Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is approximately 10 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Columbus, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CMH:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Port Columbus Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Columbus and beyond.
Increase your chances of securing the lowest price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Port Columbus Airport several weeks in advance is a good move.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK)
Central Columbus is located around 16 kilometres from Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK). After your flight from Houston to Columbus has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Baymont by Wyndham Columbus/Rickenbacker is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of LCK. Drop your bags here after your flight from Houston to Columbus and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Columbus
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Houston to Columbus. July is the busiest month to visit Columbus. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Book your Houston to Columbus ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Houston to Columbus in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 6ºC.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Columbus, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Columbus Park of Roses are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Columbus to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Ohio Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Columbus. Around 451 kilometres to the northwest, top sights here include Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.