£50 Cheap Flights from New York (NYCA) to Columbus (CMHA)

Q: How many airports are there in Columbus?

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.

Q: How much are return flights from New York to Columbus?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Columbus is £50. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from New York to Columbus?

1 hour and 58 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Columbus.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from New York to Columbus?

Republic Airways, American Airlines and WestJet fly direct from New York to Columbus.

Q: How many flights are there a week from New York to Columbus?

As of June 2025, there are 2,032 flights per week flying from New York to Columbus.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Columbus?

The cheapest month to fly from New York to Columbus is usually August.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Columbus?

If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 6.7 miles away from the centre of Columbus. We've found flights into this airport from £50 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York to Columbus on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Columbus on Tuesday, 5 August 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from New York to Columbus?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 58 minutes.

Q: How can I get the best flight deal from New York to Columbus?

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Columbus.£50 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Aug, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £50, select.

Columbus.£58 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.

Columbus.£58 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.

Columbus.£58 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.

Columbus.£58 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.

Columbus.£58 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul, returning Sat, 9 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.

Columbus.£58 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.

Columbus.£58 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.

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New York to Columbus: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£50
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	1 hr, 58 mins
Most popular airline	Republic Airways
Average flights per week	860

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Flying from New York to Columbus: what you need to know

Start your travels at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to Columbus jetting off from either of these.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) are the major arrival points in Columbus.
Hop on a direct New York to Columbus flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
New York and Columbus follow the same timezone, UTC-4.
The busiest route for flights from New York to Columbus is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). You can select from 35 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from JFK to CMH is the 08:50 American Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 20:50 with Delta Air Lines.
Give yourself enough time to make your New York to Columbus flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Columbus

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from New York to Columbus is £26. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £50. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Score cheap New York to Columbus flights by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
September is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from New York to Columbus. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on cheap flights from New York to Columbus.
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Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Jet off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on a nonstop flight from New York to Columbus. From JFK, you can fly straight to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
Delta Air Lines is a well-known carrier that offers direct New York to Columbus plane tickets leaving from JFK.
JFK is about 12 miles from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from New York to Columbus? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Consider booking your direct flight from New York to Columbus out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Nonstop services from EWR will take you to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
From EWR, you can book a direct New York to Columbus plane ticket with United Airlines.
EWR is about 9 miles from central New York. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from New York to Columbus? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

Nonstop flights from New York to Columbus depart from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is where your plane will touch down.
Select your preferred airline and prepare for takeoff. These carriers offer direct New York to Columbus plane tickets from LGA:
LGA is around 8 miles from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Columbus flight:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving without delays, LGA is a reliable starting point for any journey.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is approximately 6 miles from central Columbus. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Columbus, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near CMH:
Travel at your own pace with a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and venture far and wide through Columbus and beyond.
Increase the odds of snagging a great price by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a smart idea.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

Once your flight from New York to Columbus has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 10 miles from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.

Best time to go to Columbus

April is the quietest month for flights from New York to Columbus, while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Columbus based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your New York to Columbus ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap flights from New York to Columbus around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Columbus

Once you've booked your flight from New York to Columbus, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Columbus:
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Ohio Statehouse are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Columbus must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to German Village.

Explore more of United States

You've visited Columbus, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 280 miles north-west to Chicago to tick off its top sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 170 miles west of Columbus. No trip is complete without seeing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.