Flying from Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Phoenix's main airport, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Explore your options for reserving a flight from Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) departing from this base.
3 hours 45 minutes is the average duration of a direct Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport flight.
Columbus is two hours ahead of Phoenix. John Glenn Columbus International Airport is located in Columbus, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), with 21 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from PHX to CMH is the 7:40am Southwest Airlines service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 7:10pm with Southwest Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from Phoenix to CMH, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more people on the move during busy months like March, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You can book a direct flight from Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
When jetting out of PHX, you can catch a direct flight from Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport with American Airlines.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with American Airlines between PHX and CMH.
With 79.68% of services landing as planned, American Airlines is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Phoenix to PHX takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from PHX land on time.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
You can get to AZA from the centre of Phoenix in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Phoenix to CMH flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport:
Flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving on schedule.
You'll find AZA at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Getting from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus
From John Glenn Columbus International Airport, central Columbus is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
At the moment, 89 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 197 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Phoenix to CMH.
June is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). July is when most people travel to Columbus. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in December.
Lock in a Phoenix to CMH plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Columbus to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Columbus when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens followed by Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres west of Columbus, a visit to Indianapolis will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
Detroit is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres north of Columbus. No trip is complete without dropping by Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts.

