Flying from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Columbus: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Columbus and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Columbus's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Jacksonville (the location of Jacksonville International Airport).
Leave plenty of time to catch your JAX to Columbus flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as May, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Start your trip at JAX and travel nonstop to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). That will be your arrival point when searching for Jacksonville International Airport to Columbus tickets.
Get on board with Breeze Airways. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Columbus.
The journey from central Jacksonville to JAX takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Columbus? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to JAX:
Jacksonville International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from JAX land on schedule 81% of the time.
JAX is located at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Columbus
44 € is currently the best price for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Columbus flight. A return plane ticket starts at 109 €. These fares may change based on demand.
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from JAX to Columbus.
July is the best month for landing an incredible deal on Jacksonville International Airport to Columbus tickets. If you want 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)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Columbus, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CMH:
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport a few weeks before your flight from JAX to Columbus. Prices generally rise closer to your departure date.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Central Columbus is around 23 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Once your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Columbus has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Relax and unpack not long after your JAX to Columbus flight at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East. This comfy accommodation option is a short drive from LCK.
Best time to go to Columbus
July is the most popular month for flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Columbus. To skip the crowds, visit Columbus in December.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Jacksonville International Airport to Columbus plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from JAX to Columbus around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Columbus, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Whetstone Park / Park of Roses, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Ohio Theatre are attractions you won't want to skip in Columbus.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Columbus. Around 451 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.