Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH): what you need to know
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Sacramento.
To ensure you catch your SMF to CMH flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sacramento International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between SMF and CMH include:
Denver International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport flight is 129 €. A round-trip fare is currently 315 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SMF to CMH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from SMF to CMH is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sacramento International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
82.15% of flights leaving Sacramento International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of SMF.
To get to Sacramento International Airport from central Sacramento, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Want a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Enjoy a good night's sleep here before making your way to SMF.
Arriving at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Reserve a hotel near CMH if you're catching a late Sacramento International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Columbus and beyond.
Increase the odds of securing a great deal by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good idea.
Getting from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
From John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Columbus is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Columbus based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Sacramento International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Columbus during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SMF to CMH sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres north-west of Columbus, a visit to Chicago will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 274 kilometres west of Columbus. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are highlights.
