Flying from Las Vegas to Columbus: what you need to know
Get your travels underway at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), the main airport in Las Vegas. Explore flights from Las Vegas to Columbus that fly out of this base.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) are the primary entry points to Columbus.
Take a direct Las Vegas to Columbus flight and you'll be traveling for an average of 4 hours.
Columbus's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Columbus three hours ahead of Las Vegas.
The most popular route for flights from Las Vegas to Columbus is from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). You can select from 12 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LAS to CMH is the 06:15 Southwest Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final scheduled service is at 23:17 with Spirit Airlines.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Las Vegas to Columbus flight.
Peak months like October or vacation periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of an international departure is a wise idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Columbus
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas to Columbus is $80. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $141. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book two months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Las Vegas to Columbus flights.
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Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Set out from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) on a nonstop flight from Las Vegas to Columbus. From LAS, you can fly directly to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
Southwest Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct Las Vegas to Columbus plane tickets leaving from LAS.
LAS is around 10 kilometers from central Las Vegas. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a handy hotel near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)? If you're boarding an early flight from Las Vegas to Columbus, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
82.07% of flights leaving Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) arrive at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from LAS.
LAS is located at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Arriving in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is approximately 10 kilometers from central Columbus. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 10 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to CMH if you have a late flight from Las Vegas to Columbus. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car and explore Columbus and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Avis are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices usually increase as your departure date approaches.
The street address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Once your flight from Las Vegas to Columbus has hit the runway, you can reach the city center in around 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 16 kilometers from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Best time to go to Columbus
April is the quietest month for flights from Las Vegas to Columbus, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Columbus based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Las Vegas to Columbus ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap flights from Las Vegas to Columbus around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
Once you've booked your flight from Las Vegas to Columbus, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Columbus:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are must-do's during your Columbus adventure.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Columbus. Around 451 kilometers to the north-west, popular attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Indianapolis is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 274 kilometers west of Columbus. No journey is complete without seeing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
