Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Columbus: what you need to know
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-4. The city is 15 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your SYD to Columbus flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from SYD to Columbus. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Travelling from central Sydney to SYD takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kms (5 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Columbus, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Columbus
£725 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Columbus flight. A return plane ticket starts from £1,094. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SYD to Columbus. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Columbus across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is around 13 kms (8 miles) from the centre of Columbus. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near CMH if you have a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Columbus. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and venture far and wide through Columbus and beyond.
Give yourself a better shot at scoring a great price by booking early. Reserving your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from SYD to Columbus is a smart move.
The street address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
The centre of Columbus is about 26 kms (16 miles) from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). After your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Columbus has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of LCK. Drop your bags here after your SYD to Columbus flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Columbus
Plan your trip to Columbus during high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Columbus in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Columbus plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 6ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SYD to Columbus around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Columbus, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are attractions you won't want to skip in Columbus.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Columbus. Around 451 kms (280 miles) away to the north-west, its best attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 274 kms (170 miles) west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
