Traveling from Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA): What you need to know
Start planning your vacation by checking out the most convenient place to catch your flight from Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA). Explore the options for setting off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), the city's main airports.
Kalispell is two hours behind Columbus. Glacier Park International Airport is located in Kalispell, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Columbus to FCA. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
CMH is around 8 miles from central Columbus. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
79.5% of flights leaving from John Glenn Columbus International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
LCK is around 16 miles from central Columbus. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel close to Rickenbacker International Airport? Before your Columbus to FCA flight, treat yourself to a stay at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East.
66.14% of all departures from Rickenbacker International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FCA instead:
Grab a Glacier Park International Airport rental car and discover Kalispell and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Enterprise and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport flight.
FCA is located at 4170 Highway 2 East.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport is $203. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $268. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Columbus to FCA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Find a cheap flight from Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA). Visit Kalispell in November for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Kalispell is July, with temperatures ranging between 45ºF and 90ºF. Lock in your Columbus to FCA plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport in February when temperatures are between 1ºF and 34ºF.
More about Kalispell
Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to Glacier Park International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kalispell:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Flathead National Forest, Conrad Mansion and North Star Park are top sights which should be on any good Kalispell itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Spokane is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kalispell. Around 150 miles away to the west, its top attractions include Spokane Falls (Upper Falls), Riverside State Park and Riverside State Park - Equestrian Campground and Day-Use.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, consider Spokane Valley, roughly 150 miles west of Kalispell. Nodland Cellars, Bead Lake Loop and Appleway Trail are key highlights.
