Flying from London to Columbus: what you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Columbus, you'll have a good choice of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is where you'll be arriving in Columbus.
Columbus is four hours behind London and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your London to Columbus flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Columbus
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap London to Columbus flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a breeze to book a London to Columbus flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
LHR is around 26 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from London to Columbus? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your London to Columbus flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and Columbus are:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can reach LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from London to Columbus? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
69% of all departures from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Columbus flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Flights departing from STN land at their destination within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
Arriving in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is roughly 10 kilometres. It takes about 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Columbus. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
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 top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to your travel date.
CMH is situated at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Central Columbus is about 16 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). After your flight from London to Columbus has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Best time to go to Columbus
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London to Columbus. July is the most popular month to travel to Columbus. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your London to Columbus tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from London to Columbus in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Columbus
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Columbus right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from London to Columbus:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Columbus itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Columbus has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres north-west of Columbus, a visit to Chicago will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
