Flying from Columbus to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Columbus's main airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Explore your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles departing from either of these.
When it comes to arriving in Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a major gateway. Another is Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The average length of a direct Columbus to Los Angeles flight is 4 hours 50 minutes.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Los Angeles three hours behind Columbus.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Columbus to Los Angeles with American Airlines at 17:20. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from CMH to LAX is with American Airlines at 18:00.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Columbus to Los Angeles flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Los Angeles
Right now, £60 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Los Angeles. The cheapest price for a return flight is £139. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Columbus to Los Angeles flights.
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Flying from Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Set off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) on a nonstop flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. From CMH, you can land directly at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Keep an eye out for promotions with American Airlines. This carrier offers direct Columbus to Los Angeles plane tickets from CMH.
CMH is around 10 kms (6 miles) from central Columbus. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Columbus to Los Angeles, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
79.5% of flights that take off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is approximately 19 kms (12 miles). It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Once your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kms (18 miles) from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
After your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles, rest your head at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Van Nuys Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from VNY the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the most popular month for flights from Columbus to Los Angeles. To avoid the crowds, go to Los Angeles in May.
Book a Columbus to Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Columbus to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are major attractions which should be on every Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Los Angeles. Around 110 miles to the south-east, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 310 miles north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.