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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Columbus? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $245. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Columbus.$226 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 14, returning Tue, Aug 25.Round-trip flight with jetBlue and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, Jul 14, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Port Columbus on Tue, Aug 25, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $226, select.

Columbus.$242 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 28, returning Wed, Jul 29.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, May 28, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with American Airlines departing from Port Columbus on Wed, Jul 29, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $242, select.

Columbus.$242 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 30, returning Sun, Jul 5.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, Jun 30, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Sun, Jul 5, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $242, select.

Columbus.$242 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 3, returning Mon, Jul 20.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, Jul 3, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Mon, Jul 20, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $242, select.

Columbus.$245 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 5, returning Mon, Jun 15.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, Jun 5, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Mon, Jun 15, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.

Columbus.$245 per passenger.Departing Fri, Mar 5, returning Mon, Mar 8.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, Mar 5, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Mon, Mar 8, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.

Columbus.$245 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 30, returning Sat, Aug 1.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, Jul 30, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Sat, Aug 1, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.

Columbus.$245 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 15, returning Sat, Oct 24.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, Oct 15, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Sat, Oct 24, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.

Columbus.$245 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 15, returning Tue, Sep 29.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, Sep 15, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Tue, Sep 29, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.

Columbus.$245 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 4, returning Sun, Aug 16.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, Aug 4, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with American Airlines departing from Port Columbus on Sun, Aug 16, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.

Columbus.$246 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 6, returning Mon, Nov 9.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, Nov 6, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Mon, Nov 9, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.

Columbus.$247 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 21, returning Tue, Sep 29.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, Jul 21, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Tue, Sep 29, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $247, select.

Columbus.$248 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 17, returning Sun, Jan 3.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, Dec 17, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Sun, Jan 3, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.

Columbus.$248 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 1, returning Mon, Dec 14.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, Dec 1, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Mon, Dec 14, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.

Columbus.$284 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 27, returning Sat, May 30.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, May 27, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Sat, May 30, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $284, select.

Columbus.$284 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 28, returning Wed, Jun 3.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, May 28, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Wed, Jun 3, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $284, select.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York John F. Kennedy to Columbus? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Port Columbus

11km from central Columbus

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Columbus Rickenbacker

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New York to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$226
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	2 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airline	Republic Airways
Average flights per week	359

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Columbus?

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

How much are round-trip flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Columbus?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Columbus is $226. 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.

How long does it take to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Columbus?

2 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Columbus.

Which airlines fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Columbus?

Republic Airways, KLM and American Airlines fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Columbus.

How many flights are there a week from New York John F. Kennedy to Columbus?

There are 359 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Columbus, as of May 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Columbus?

The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Columbus is usually July.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Columbus?

If you're flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 10.8 km away from the center of Columbus. We've found flights to this airport from $226.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Columbus on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Columbus on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Columbus?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 5 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Columbus?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Columbus but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Columbus?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Columbus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Columbus?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. July is typically the warmest month in Columbus, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -7°C. The rainiest month is May.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Columbus?

Currently, jetBlue and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Flying from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Columbus: what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Columbus is 2 hours.
New York (the location of New York John F. Kennedy International Airport) and Columbus share the same timezone — UTC-5.
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most traveled route, with 35 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from JFK to CMH is with Delta Air Lines at 21:00. Choose the first departure operated by American Airlines at 08:55 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid missing your JFK to Columbus flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can book a direct New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Columbus ticket. Start your trip at JFK and touch down at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
Keep an eye out for deals with Delta Air Lines. This carrier has direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Columbus.
JFK is about 19 kilometers from central New York. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near JFK. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Columbus or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Columbus

$86 is currently the lowest price for a one-way New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Columbus flight. Return plane tickets start at $226. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book four months before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from JFK to Columbus.
The best month for finding cheap New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Columbus tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
Picking up a cheap flight from JFK to Columbus couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 16 kilometers away.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Columbus, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near CMH:
Increase your likelihood of snagging a great price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from JFK to Columbus is a smart move.
The street address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

Central Columbus is around 23 kilometers from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). After your flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Columbus has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some terrific places to rest your head just a short drive from LCK. Ease into relaxation mode at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East after your JFK to Columbus flight.

Best time to go to Columbus

December is the quietest month for flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Columbus, while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Columbus based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Columbus plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JFK to Columbus in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

More about Columbus

When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Columbus right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Columbus:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Whetstone Park / Park of Roses, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Ohio Theater are must-do's during your Columbus adventure.

Explore more of the United States

You've done Columbus, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 451 kilometers northwest to Chicago to tick off its top sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States and is around 274 kilometers west of Columbus. No journey is complete without visiting Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.