Travelling from Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins 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 Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) jetting off from either of these.
Hop on a direct Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Charlotte's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Columbus. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located in Charlotte.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is the most popular route. There are 41 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with American Airlines at 8:28pm. Choose the first CMH to CLT departure operated by American Airlines at 5am if getting there sooner works for you.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Columbus to CLT. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Reach your destination without the detour from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Nonstop flights from Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport with American Airlines. This popular airline operates services from CMH.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from CMH to CLT.
With an impressive 80.59% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
Travelling from central Columbus to CMH takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Of the flights that depart from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 79.5% touch down on time at their destination.
CMH's address is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
You can get to LCK from the centre of Columbus in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 26 kilometres or so.
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66.14% of flights departing Rickenbacker International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CLT:
Travel at your own speed with a Charlotte Douglas International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Easirent or Budget and venture far and wide through Charlotte and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Getting from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to central Charlotte
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Charlotte. 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 will take you around 4 hours 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
ج.م. 6,473 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 7,465. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Columbus to CLT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Affordable Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). August is the peak month for travel to Charlotte. If crowds aren't your thing, go in February.
The warmest month in Charlotte is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Columbus to CLT flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC and 13ºC.
More about Charlotte
After booking your flight from Columbus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Charlotte:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Charlotte when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Bechtler Museum of Modern Art followed by Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Charlotte, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey around 225 kilometres east to Raleigh to check off its top attractions. From North Carolina Museum of Art to North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Durham is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres north-east of Charlotte. No trip is complete without visiting DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, American Tobacco Campus District and American Tobacco Historic District.
