Travelling from Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Columbus's main airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Check out your options for booking a flight from Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) jetting off from either of these.
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Columbus.
With 35 direct flights a week between the two airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 5:53am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from CMH to JFK is with Delta Air Lines at 6:05pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Columbus to JFK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
You can hop on a direct flight from Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) out of John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
Delta Air Lines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport jetting out of CMH.
Delta Air Lines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from CMH to JFK.
American Airlines shines when it comes to on-time performance. An impressive 90.32% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
The journey from central Columbus to CMH takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.5% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Columbus to LCK in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 26 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Unwind before your Columbus to JFK flight at a hotel close to Rickenbacker International Airport. Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
As far as flight punctuality goes, Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.14%.
About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near JFK:
Pick up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central New York. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport is $106. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $212. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Columbus to JFK. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is when most people book flights from Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Plan your visit to New York in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Columbus to JFK flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
After booking your flight from Columbus to John F. Kennedy International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
Central Park and Manhattan Skyline are a couple of big attractions to add to your New York must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Statue of Liberty.
Explore more of the United States
New York is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 137 kilometres south-west of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Baltimore is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres south-west of New York. No journey is complete without visiting Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.