Travelling from Columbus to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. Explore the options for leaving from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), two of the city's main airports.
When it comes to landing in Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a major hub. Another is Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
4 hours 54 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is 3 hours behind Columbus.
With 3 weekly flights between the two airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Columbus to Los Angeles with Spirit Airlines at 15:36. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from CMH to LAX is with Spirit Airlines at 21:53.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're taking off during a public holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Once you've found cheap flights from Columbus to Los Angeles, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're flying within United States. As long as you have another valid proof of identity, like a driver's licence or an ID card, you're ready to go.
Flying from Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
You can book a direct flight from Columbus to Los Angeles jetting off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Start your trip at CMH and arrive at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
You can book a direct flight from Columbus to Los Angeles with Spirit Airlines. This top airline operates departures from CMH.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
The journey from central Columbus to CMH takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Columbus to Los Angeles or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 32 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 54 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles, allow for a drive time of approximately 34 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 41 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles, settle in at a hotel close to VNY. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Los Angeles
Right now, C$159 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Los Angeles. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$291. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Columbus to Los Angeles by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Columbus to Los Angeles. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Columbus to Los Angeles.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. July is the busiest month for a trip to Los Angeles. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Before booking a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Columbus to Los Angeles in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Los Angeles right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
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