Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Columbus: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Columbus.
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-4. The city is 1 hour ahead of Austin, where Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). You can choose from 5 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from AUS to CMH is the 08:50 Southwest Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 20:05 with Southwest Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from AUS to Columbus, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can reserve a direct flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Columbus. Begin your trip at AUS and land at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
Get on board with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Columbus.
Once you've booked flight tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Columbus, get your documents ready. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another valid proof of identity, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're ready to go.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Austin, AUS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 24 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near AUS? If you're boarding an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Columbus, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Columbus
C$105 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Columbus. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$231. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap tickets from AUS to Columbus by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Columbus. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is approximately 13 kilometres. It'll take you about 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near CMH if you're taking a late flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Columbus. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
As soon as your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Columbus has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 24 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 26 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your flight from AUS to Columbus at Quality Inn & Suites South. This comfortable accommodation option is a quick drive from LCK.
Best time to go to Columbus
July is the busiest month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Columbus. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Columbus in April when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Columbus, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flights from AUS to Columbus sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Columbus, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are top attractions which should be on every Columbus itinerary.
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