Flying from Mexico City to Columbus: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Mexico City. Check out your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) when searching for a flight from Mexico City to Columbus.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the primary arrival point in Columbus.
Columbus is two hours ahead of Mexico City and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Mexico City to Columbus flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Columbus
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap Mexico City to Columbus flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Mexico City to Columbus is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a sweet deal.
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Mexico City to Columbus flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Mexico City to Columbus? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Benito Juarez International Airport:
Benito Juarez International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX arrive at their destination on time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Take some time to stretch your legs during your Mexico City to Columbus flight with a stopover. Cancun International Airport (CUN) is a great option between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and Columbus.
NLU is about 32 kilometres from central Mexico City. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not include an extra night away at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport? Before your flight from {"defaultCase":"Mexico City","accusativeCase":"Mexico City","nominativeCase":"Mexico City","dativeCase":"Mexico City"} to Columbus, consider checking in to Verticca Hotel.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.58%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Mexico City to Columbus. Book one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis to explore Columbus and beyond.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to your departure date.
CMH is situated at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is around 16 kilometres from central Columbus. Following your flight from Mexico City to Columbus, it'll take you approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Best time to go to Columbus
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Mexico City to Columbus. July is the most popular month to travel to Columbus. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your Mexico City to Columbus ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to Columbus around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Columbus, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are must-visits when exploring Columbus.
Explore more of United States
Columbus has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 451 kilometres north-west of Columbus, a visit to Chicago will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
If you're eager to discover another corner of United States, head for Indianapolis, about 274 kilometres west of Columbus. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among its highlights.