Traveling from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) departing from either of these.
Jump on a direct flight from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 38 minutes.
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-4, which is 1 hour ahead of Houston. John Glenn Columbus International Airport is located in Columbus.
The busiest route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), with 23 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAH to CMH is the 07:20 United service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:05 with Southwest Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to CMH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Peak months like July or vacation times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Traveling then? Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can find a direct flight from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
United is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport jetting out of IAH.
The distance from central Houston to IAH is roughly 17 miles. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Want more options for a direct flight from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)? Check out the fares jetting out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Get on your direct flight from Houston to CMH with United. This is one of the main carriers flying this route out of HOU.
On public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour and 42 minutes. The terminal is roughly 12 miles away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 22 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Houston to CMH? Check in to a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
Getting from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport is approximately 8 miles from central Columbus. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 10 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
$82 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Return flights start from $145. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
8 months before your departure is the best time to find cheap tickets from Houston to CMH.
You'll land the best savings on your tickets from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport if you take off in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport. To skip the crowds, head for Columbus in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Houston to CMH for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Columbus to range from 59ºF to 86ºF.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport in January when temperatures average between 12ºF and 43ºF.
More about Columbus
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Columbus:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are must-visits when exploring Columbus.
Complete your Columbus trip with a car rental
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