Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Columbus: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 5 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus.
Detroit (the location of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport) and Columbus follow the same timezone — UTC-4.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most traveled route, with 37 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from DTW to CMH is with Delta Air Lines at 22:55. Go for the first departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 08:35 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Allow plenty of time to catch your DTW to Columbus flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus tickets are available for booking. John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is where you'll step off the plane.
Delta Air Lines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus.
Located around 29 kilometres from central Detroit, DTW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near DTW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Columbus
51 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 106 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from DTW to Columbus, book your trip four months ahead of your departure date.
August is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes about 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CMH:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and explore beyond Columbus's main sights.
Reserve your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport several weeks in advance of your flight from DTW to Columbus. If you're going away during a peak period, book even earlier to lock in the best possible deal.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
After your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 26 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find a few fantastic places to rest your head just a quick drive from LCK. Get into relaxation mode at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East after your DTW to Columbus flight.
Best time to go to Columbus
Travel to Columbus in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from DTW to Columbus around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
After booking your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Columbus:
Ohio Statehouse and Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Columbus to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at German Village.
Explore more of United States
Columbus has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres north-west of Columbus, a visit to Chicago will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
