Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Columbus: what you need to know
Columbus is 12 hours behind Perth, where Perth Airport is located. Columbus observes the UTC-4 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your PER to Columbus flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Located around 10 kilometres from central Perth, PER can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Perth Airport to Columbus? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to PER:
Of the departures from Perth Airport, 73.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Columbus
737 € is currently the best price for a one-way Perth Airport to Columbus flight. A return plane ticket starts from 1.415 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from PER to Columbus, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Perth Airport to Columbus is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across the month and pick up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is around 13 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Perth Airport to Columbus, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near CMH:
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 snagging the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from PER to Columbus is a good idea.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
The centre of Columbus is located around 26 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). After your flight from Perth Airport to Columbus has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one accommodation option within a short drive of LCK. Make yourself at home here after your PER to Columbus flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Best time to go to Columbus
Before securing your flights from Perth Airport to Columbus, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Columbus offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Perth 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 has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from PER to Columbus around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Columbus
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Columbus right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Perth Airport to Columbus:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are must-visits when exploring Columbus.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Columbus. Around 451 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 274 kilometres west of Columbus. No journey is complete without dropping by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
