Travelling from Toronto to Columbus: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Toronto to Columbus. Check out your options for leaving Toronto from Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
Hop off the plane at Columbus's chief entry point, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
The average duration of a direct Toronto to Columbus flight is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Toronto and Columbus are in the same timezone, UTC-4.
With ten flights a week between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Toronto to Columbus with Air Canada at 14:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from YYZ to CMH is with Air Canada at 20:15.
Give yourself enough time to make your Toronto to Columbus flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Columbus
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you're after a direct flight from Toronto to Columbus, you can depart from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Fly from YYZ to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) in one seamless journey.
Lock in your Toronto to Columbus plane tickets with Air Canada. This airline is a popular option for direct flights from YYZ.
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Toronto to Columbus? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Pearson International Airport:
Of the departures from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% touch down on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Toronto to Columbus, kick back in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 62%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From the centre of Toronto, YKF is around 80 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to arrive by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so on public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Toronto to Columbus flight:
The on-time performance record of YKF is 63.64%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
Arriving in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is approximately 10 kilometres. It takes about 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Columbus, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CMH:
Grab a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car and explore Columbus and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Budget and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport several weeks in advance. Rates typically rise as your departure date approaches.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. Following your flight from Toronto to Columbus, it'll take you approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Best time to go to Columbus
April is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Columbus, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Columbus based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Toronto to Columbus ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Columbus to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap flights from Toronto to Columbus around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Columbus, check out our range of hotels including:
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Ohio Statehouse are just two of the top attractions to add to your Columbus itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at German Village.
Explore more of United States
You've done Columbus, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel about 451 kilometres north-west to Chicago to check off its leading attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, head for Indianapolis, about 274 kilometres west of Columbus. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are key highlights.