Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 4 hours 30 minutes.
Columbus's timezone is UTC-4, making Columbus three hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Take your pick of three weekly Los Angeles International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Spirit Airlines is the earliest you can take. Spirit Airlines operates the last service of the day at 13:24.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your LAX to CMH flight.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Spirit Airlines has direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Columbus — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
Spirit Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering LAX to CMH flights, with 75.56% of its services arriving as planned.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LAX and CMH:
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
$123 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $207. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from LAX to CMH, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX's address is One World Way.
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from LAX.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 32 kilometers from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LAX:
Arriving at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Consider booking a hotel close to CMH if you're taking a late Los Angeles International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab 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 outlets to choose from here.
Book your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport a few weeks ahead to get the lowest price possible. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport is approximately 13 kilometers from the center of Columbus. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Columbus in April.
When reserving your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to CMH around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 451 kilometers north-west of Columbus, a visit to Chicago will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 274 kilometers west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another favorite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.