Flying from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Columbus's main airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Explore your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) jetting off from either of these.
Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
Los Angeles is three hours behind Columbus. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles, which runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
The most popular route is from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Choose from 7 direct services each week. American Airlines operates a 5:20pm departure between CMH and LAX.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Columbus to LAX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) operate out of this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport with American Airlines. This popular carrier operates departures from CMH.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between CMH and LAX is American Airlines.
CMH is around 13 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 79.5% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
You can reach LCK from central Columbus in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 26 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your Columbus to LAX flight at a hotel near Rickenbacker International Airport. Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
66.14% of flights taking off from Rickenbacker International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
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Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Currently, ₹ 10,418 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 19,825. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Visit Los Angeles in May for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Book your Columbus to LAX flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC.
More about Los Angeles
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Hollywood Sign and Griffith Observatory are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Los Angeles must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hollywood Bowl.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Los Angeles, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to check off its top sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles, Bakersfield is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.