Traveling from Columbus to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know
Columbus's main airport is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Check out your options for leaving from here when booking flights from Columbus to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Columbus to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
Columbus and New York (where New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you arrive.
The busiest route is from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), with 35 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from CMH to JFK is the 5:53am American Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 6:05pm with Delta Air Lines.
To ensure you catch your flight from Columbus to JFK, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and spring break will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Reach your destination without the detour from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Nonstop flights from Columbus to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) can be booked from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Columbus to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier offers services from CMH.
The majority of travelers prefer to book seats with Delta from CMH to JFK.
With a reliable 81.82% of services arriving as scheduled, Delta is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Located around 16 kilometers from the center of Columbus, CMH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
You can get to LCK from the center of Columbus in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 23 kilometers or so.
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75% of flights taking off from Rickenbacker International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Have a late flight from Columbus to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near JFK and turn out the lights sooner:
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You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Getting from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 24 kilometers from central New York. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is $96. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $231. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Columbus to JFK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to go to New York. July is when most people book flights from Columbus to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Columbus to JFK plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Columbus to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about New York
Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art are highlights which should feature on any good New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 137 kilometers southwest of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 290 kilometers southwest of New York, Baltimore is another favorite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.