Flying from Toronto to Columbus: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Toronto to Columbus begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your trip. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
Come in for landing at Columbus's primary gateway, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
Book a direct Toronto to Columbus flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Toronto and Columbus are both in the UTC-4 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
With ten flights a week between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Toronto to Columbus with Air Canada at 08:50. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from YYZ to CMH is with Air Canada at 19:25.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Toronto to Columbus flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Columbus
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can catch a direct flight from Toronto to Columbus leaving from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Start your trip at YYZ and arrive at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
Be on the lookout for promotions with Air Canada. This airline offers direct Toronto to Columbus plane tickets from YYZ.
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Toronto to Columbus or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
63.97% of flights departing from Pearson International Airport reach their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from the centre of Toronto in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to Columbus:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance of 62.09%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is roughly 80 kilometres from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Toronto to Columbus flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land within the expected time frame. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
Arriving in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 10 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Toronto to Columbus. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and explore beyond Columbus's usual tourist stops.
Increase the odds of scoring the best deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart move.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Once your flight from Toronto to Columbus has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 16 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Best time to go to Columbus
April is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Columbus, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Columbus based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Toronto to Columbus ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Columbus to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from Toronto to Columbus around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Columbus
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Columbus right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Toronto to Columbus:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are top sights which should be on any good Columbus itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Columbus, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel about 451 kilometres north-west to Chicago to check off its leading attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, head for Indianapolis, about 274 kilometres west of Columbus. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are key highlights.