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Cheapest return fare
£672
Typical prices: £726-£569
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 29/9Tue 13/10
LHR - CMH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£259
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/5
LGW - CMH • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights to Columbus

 
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Recent return flight deals to Columbus

Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
06:40 - 22:35
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CMH
20h 55m
2 stops
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07:00 - 21:40
CMH
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LHR
33h 40m
2 stops
£672Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct
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10:20 - 22:35
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CMH
17h 15m
2 stops
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07:00 - 18:30
CMH
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LHR
30h 30m
2 stops
£672Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, 13 May - Wed, 20 May
British Airways Logo
16:55 - 00:21
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CMH
12h 26m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
05:36 - 21:40
CMH
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LHR
11h 04m
1 stop
£705British Airways
Wed, 13 May - Sat, 16 May
Virgin Atlantic Logo
13:25 - 21:33
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CMH
13h 08m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
16:59 - 06:25
CMH
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LHR
32h 26m
1 stop
£713Virgin Atlantic
Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
KLM Logo
06:15 - 17:32
BRS
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CMH
16h 17m
2 stops
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12:05 - 08:50
CMH
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BRS
15h 45m
2 stops
£725KLM
Wed, 13 May - Mon, 18 May
Virgin Atlantic Logo
14:55 - 17:54
MAN
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CMH
31h 59m
1 stop
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07:07 - 08:15
CMH
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MAN
20h 08m
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£823Virgin Atlantic
Wed, 27 May - Wed, 3 Jun
KLM Logo
05:55 - 15:52
BHX
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CMH
14h 57m
2 stops
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16:49 - 12:40
CMH
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BHX
14h 51m
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£826KLM
Tue, 16 Jun - Wed, 1 Jul
British Airways Logo
06:55 - 18:58
MAN
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CMH
17h 03m
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13:20 - 09:50
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MAN
15h 30m
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£827British Airways
Thu, 18 Jun - Thu, 25 Jun
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14:00 - 20:57
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CMH
11h 57m
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06:35 - 10:10
CMH
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GLA
22h 35m
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£1,177Lufthansa
Thu, 18 Jun - Thu, 25 Jun
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14:00 - 16:53
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CMH
31h 53m
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GLA
22h 35m
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£1,300Lufthansa
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Columbus

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Columbus to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Columbus Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Columbus Airport is September, where tickets cost £609 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of tickets from the United Kingdom is £1,019 and £849 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is February with an average price of £685.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Columbus Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Columbus Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 28% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets to Columbus

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£259
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from London Gatwick Airport to Columbus

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FAQs - booking Columbus flights

  • Are there hotels at Columbus Airport?

    Yes, there are about hour hotels on the airport campus including: Fairfield Inn & Suites, Columbus Airport; Residence Inn by Marriott; Hampton Inn Columbus Airport; Hilton Garden Inn Columbus Airport. Fairfield and the Residence Inn are within walking distance and there are shuttle buses available throughout the day for the other two hotels. They are also close to the terminals.

  • Are there direct flights between London airports and Columbus Ohio (CMH)?

    There are no direct flights from London airports to Columbus Ohio (CMH), also known as John Glenn International, but there are a number of airlines transiting through other airports. American Airlines and British Airways can both connect you with Columbus from Heathrow (LHR) via Philadelphia. Finnair flies this route via JFK while Lufthansa takes a slightly longer route via its home hub of Frankfurt (FRA) and then through Chicago O’Hare airport (ORD) before reaching Columbus.

  • What is public transport at Columbus Ohio Airport like?

    There’s no train connection at Columbus Airport but you can take a bus or taxi to downtown Columbus. Taxis leave from outside the Arrivals area and a journey to the city centre will cost around $23-$28 (£16-£20). The journey should take around 15min. COTA Buses leave from outside the main terminal also and this journey time will be around 40min. They depart every 30min, seven days a week. A single ticket to the city centre will cost around $2.75 (£2). You can buy them from the COTA machines in the Arrivals Hall or on the bus in cash.

  • Are there good assistance services at Columbus Ohio for passengers travelling with reduced mobility?

    Yes, Columbus Airport is very well resourced for passengers with a disability or other mobility issue. Simply alert your airline at least 48h in advance of your flight and they will liaise with staff on the ground to be ready for you on arrival. The airport takes great pride in its services and aims to help people with mobility issues, autism, sight and hearing issues, as well as hidden disabilities with its care kit that you can pick up or order from customer service at the airport.

  • What is the fastest way to fly to Columbus Airport?

    The fastest way to fly to Columbus Airport is to fly with airlines like Finnair from London Heathrow Airport. Finnair flights on this route will usually get you to your destination in around 12-14h with one layover included. Flights from Manchester Airport generally take between 15-19h if you fly with airlines like Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, or Air France. You can also fly from Birmingham Airport to Columbus in around 16h with Finnair, Air France, or KLM. Flights to Columbus on this route usually involve two layovers before you land.

  • Do I need a visa to fly to Columbus?

    UK passengers must apply for an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) before they fly to the States. You can apply for an ESTA online through the US State Department website. You must also have a valid UK passport before you travel.

  • How far is Columbus Airport from central Columbus?

    The distance between Columbus Airport and the city centre of Columbus is 6 miles.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Columbus?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Columbus.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Columbus?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Columbus is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Columbus?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Columbus with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Columbus?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Columbus up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Columbus

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Columbus flight deals.
  • There is one lounge at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and that is the Jake Brewer USO Lounge, which is for military personnel and their families.
  • If you need to go further afield than downtown Columbus you can take the GoBus intercity line three times a day to Athens, Ohio; Lancaster Logan and Nelsonville.
  • Many of the major international car hire companies operate at Columbus Airport and you’ll find them on arrival on the Ground Floor of the main car park near the terminal buildings.
  • The airport authorities have placed artworks throughout the terminal, celebrating the history and the creative talents of the region, including sculptures, mosaics, and wall hangings.
  • There is specific language assistance for people travelling through the airport that may need it. Simply request help from a public safety officer or visit the Information Desk at Baggage Reclaim or ticketing area.
  • Being picked up by car after flights to Columbus? John Glenn Columbus Airport has a free mobile phone waiting lot where drivers can wait for a call from arriving passengers before driving up to the airport to collect them. This parking area is located beside the Long Stay shuttle lot just a few minutes from the Arrivals terminal. If you’d rather meet your friends inside, you can ask them to use the Short Stay car park, which costs around $5 (£4) for a 1h stay and is located directly outside the terminals.
  • If you're travelling with a pet and want to give them a break away from the crowds after a long flight, you will find a pet relief room located next door to the Baggage Claim.
  • Need some quiet time to relax and reflect at Columbus International Airport? Passengers can make use of the Interfaith Meditation room, which is located inside Arrivals near Baggage Claim 6. The Interfaith room offers a varied selection of literature for people of different faiths, as well as prayer mats and a peaceful space where you can clear your mind.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Columbus

 
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7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1499 reviews
7.2Entertainment
7.3Food
7.7Comfort
8.4Crew
7.8Boarding
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Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

6.0 GoodGlenn, Feb 2026
AMS - JFK
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Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

Terrible last row seats many seats available but no offer to move to better seat

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

Delay and had to run between flight to get my connection due to this delay but besides that the overall experience was ok. I arrived with just an hour of delay.

Flight was ok but lack of communication cost me to literally beg to be put on another flight as connecting flight had departed

The immigration hall in Amsterdam was understaffed, so passport checking was slower than it should be for a major airport. They need to get the automatic readers up and running for non EU passport holders. Waiting in line after a long flight feels a bit abusive.

Short flight so it was okay. Nice crew, all very pleasant and professional. We were near the back in row 27 so just as we got our drinks, we started our descent so had to drink very quickly!

KLM remains a quality flag carrier airline which maintains its standards whilst all their competitors are lowering theirs.

The baggage drop-off in Stuttgart is bad: after online check-in you cannot use the automated baggage drop off as indicated on the website. You can use the terminals but have to cue to 1 of three open and slowly working counters to drop the bags. took about 45 minutes wait time.

Seating and zone. The minor I went with didn’t even seat close to me

My seat 3G did not go down fully and the buttons were not working properly

Food has been disappointing in both legs of flight to india

Great staff great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Great staff, great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Food was the worst I’ve had on a VA flight. Normally it’s a lot better

I was my pleasure to fly virgin on my birthday for my first solo trip ever 🫶🏼

These are one of the older seat arrangements facing away from the windows! Not particularly convenient sets. No storage spaces. NO COAT HANGING HOOKS. Inconvenient business class seat compared to any other airlines of similar class. Staff are excellent! Extremely professional, friendly. Food is good too.

Overall, flight was excellent but check in was very slow for Premium Economy. Economy queue was shorter but we weren't allowed to use it.

The staff was not very polite but the flight was very very nice and comfortable and the entertainment was great

Lounges are packed and very poor, food is really bad, for business class in an airline is well below expectations

The international / itallian speakers did not seem as friendly and professional as the others. Drink selections were denied ( a beer) until questioned about lack of ANY beer on the plane and then four options were given.

It was a red-eye, but the flight felt surprisingly quick. The seats were very comfortable, and that made resting much easier. I also want to thank the gentleman seated next to me, who graciously moved so my mom could sit beside me. We slept almost the entire way. The cabin crew was respectful in not disturbing us, while also being courteous and professional throughout. Thank you, United.

Packed in plane small uncomfortable seats elbow to elbow nobody wants to be in that situation for the money they paid

It was a more comfortable seat don't get stuck in middle, makes for uncomfortable situation

Business class would have been better , poor quality blanket , services

First time flying with UA and it was a great experience. Thank you

Overall flight was ok. Flight attendant was receptive to assisting passengers with tight connections.

Checking in united could not figure out my star alliance gold. Baggage did not get marked priority and didn't receive boarding passes. When got to SFO lounge personal fixed everything Immediately

Meals were poor and service rendered on return flight was mediocre as compared to the flight we took to Germany earlier where the attendants were more attentive, energetic, and mindful of passengers' needs. Thumbs up to crew of UA 58. Thumbs down to UA 59..

flight was half full, plenty of empty seats, was able to lie down across 4 seats, food was good, arrived on time

Was never allowed on and not refunded the full amount of the ticket plus charged a $300 processing fee.

Terrible. Our flight was completely cancelled with no options to rebook until 4 days later.

Generally good. Not their fault but the design of the Boeing 747 had seating supports directly in line with my legs. So my legs always had to straddle this support which caused body misallignment. Such poor design from Boeing. There was no USB port for me to charge my phone. The screen touch control was very poor.

I like crew. They are friendly. The flight was delayed to take off for 1hr and that caused panic at Houston Airport to catch connecting flight due to security check delay. If it has reached on time I would have sufficient time in collecting bags and security check

How about changing the personal out to more friendly human beings? This team was pretty arrogant. No fun!!

Everything could have been better. What needed to be wrong with United went wrong

Excellent service. The crew goes above their way to make the customer comfortable.

It was good. The seats in economy weren’t bad

I hated the FRA Airport. Confusing signage, including the path to Immigration and Security It seems that the airport grew haphazardly over the years. I have been through multiple WW Hubs with much better experiences.

Airbus A350 is poorly designed for wheelchair users and reduced mobility passengers. The angle of the pods makes it awkward to transfer. I was able to but I have ab stability. It could be a real challenge for people with more severe mobility impairments. You'd think Airbus would have come up with a solution for this or thought more about us disabled folks more when designing this aircraft.

The crew has always been great on BA. They are very friendly and accommodating. I like that they have vegetarian options already in the menu. And the free wine is a nice perk.) I noticed (both directions of my trip) minor upgrades/ replacements needed on the plane itself (touch screen didn't work with touch; bathroom light didn't go on). However, this is one of my favorite airlines.

Everything was spectacular except the boarding. It was just a mob of people while all groups were called over the public address system.

The Britts are wonderful to fly with and the crew were very hospitable. Again, I really wish they had been able to retrieve my carryon bag from baggage claim before the flight so I could be in a less worrisome state of mind, but that's not on them. I completely understand. The window seats with the dimmable windows were very cool!

There was a delay for the San Francisco-London flight, but we were all informed via text and email. The staff was very friendly and nice and the food was good. I do recommend that the airline offer something without eggs or something vegan for the vegetarian meal option. A lot of Indians are lacto-vegetarian, while some could be allergic to eggs/dairy.

food options were terrible. for a 10-hour flight, there should be 2 decent meals. Also, flight attendants should come around with drinks more than just at the meals.

Smooth flight. The seats were comfortable but the reclining mechanism didn't work very well. My wife's seat required the flight attendant to push the seat forward while she pushed the button. The leg support didn't want to return to its home under the seat. I ordered the diabetic meal which was full of carbs. It was low in sugar but carbs turn into sugar so was it really diabetic? Overall the flight was pleasant, long but pleasant.

Crew were nice, food was good. Boarding was horrendous. We were driven around the airport in a bus forced to climb a long flight of very steep stairs with no adequate handrails to board the plane . In many many years of flying to the US I have never been required to do this . There was no assistance for those needing help getting up the stairs to the plane. A fellow passenger helped me. No idea how other elderly, physically limited passengers or those with young children managed . It was a full flight with crowds trying to get up the stairs. It was an accident waiting to happen.

Horrible, the plane is just old and junky...Filthy restroom, seat was as hard as rock. The food, mystery side dish, inedible..geez..just Horrible. Never flying BA again

the service on Business class should be improved to be at par with industry leaders like Cathay Pacific and Singapore AIrlines. A lot of room for improvement.

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