Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Columbus: what you need to know
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-4. The city is 4 hours behind Bristol, where Bristol Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from BRS to Columbus, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you have a passport from United Kingdom, you will need an ETA to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Bristol Airport to Columbus for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
Travelling from central Bristol to BRS takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to BRS? If you're boarding an early flight from Bristol Airport to Columbus, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Columbus
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bristol Airport to Columbus is C$963. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,270. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BRS to Columbus, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Bristol Airport to Columbus is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from BRS to Columbus every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bristol Airport to Columbus.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is around 13 kilometres from central Columbus. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 10 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to CMH if you have a late flight from Bristol Airport to Columbus. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is about 26 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. Once you've disembarked your flight from Bristol Airport to Columbus, it'll take you around 24 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Quality Inn & Suites South is one accommodation option within an easy drive of LCK. Drop your bags here after your flight from BRS to Columbus and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Best time to go to Columbus
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Bristol Airport to Columbus. July is the most popular month to travel to Columbus. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Bristol Airport to Columbus in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from BRS to Columbus in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bristol Airport to Columbus, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are top sights which should be on any good Columbus itinerary.
Complete your Columbus trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Columbus and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one go to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Bristol Airport to Columbus.
