Travelling from Las Vegas to Columbus: what you need to know
Start your trip at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), the main airport in Las Vegas. Search for flights from Las Vegas to Columbus that leave from this terminal.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) are the primary hubs in Columbus.
3 hours 54 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Las Vegas to Columbus. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Columbus is 3 hours ahead of Las Vegas.
With 14 weekly flights between the two airports, Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Las Vegas to Columbus with Spirit Airlines at 11:50. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from LAS to CMH is with Spirit Airlines at 23:17.
To ensure you catch your flight from Las Vegas to Columbus, 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 standard rule.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Once you've booked your cheap flights from Las Vegas to Columbus, get your documents in order. A passport or visa isn't required since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're all set.
Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
You can catch a direct flight from Las Vegas to Columbus jetting off from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS). Start your journey at LAS and touch down at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
You can travel on a direct flight from Las Vegas to Columbus with Spirit Airlines. This top carrier operates departures from LAS.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Las Vegas to Columbus. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Destin Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Travelling from central Las Vegas to LAS takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Las Vegas to Columbus or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus takes about 10 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Las Vegas to Columbus, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near CMH:
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. After your flight from Las Vegas to Columbus, allow for a drive time of approximately 24 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Columbus
Currently, 74 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas to Columbus. The cheapest price for a return flight is 148 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from Las Vegas to Columbus, reserve your journey 9 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Las Vegas to Columbus is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Best time to go to Columbus
July is the busiest month for flights from Las Vegas to Columbus. To escape the crowds, head to Columbus in April.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Las Vegas to Columbus in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Las Vegas to Columbus in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 6ºC.
More about Columbus
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Columbus right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Las Vegas to Columbus:
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Ohio Statehouse are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Columbus travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out German Village.
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