Flying from Columbus to London: what you need to know
Columbus's main base, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Columbus to London.
Jet into London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also touch down in London at Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
London is four hours ahead of Columbus and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Columbus to London flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to London
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Columbus to London flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Columbus to London is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Columbus to London flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
CMH is around 10 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Columbus to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 79.5% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is approximately 23 kilometres. It'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
Reserve a hotel near LHR if you have a late flight from Columbus to London. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 40 kilometres from the centre of London. Following your flight from Columbus to London, it takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 30 minutes or so.
After your flight from Columbus to London, settle in at a hotel near LGW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Columbus to London and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central London is around 48 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and usually takes 1 hour to drive there.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel close to STN. Get settled at one of these stays after your Columbus to London flight:
Whether you're looking for an economy for a solo getaway or a spacious SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the ideal Stansted Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available here from names such as Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Columbus to London to access the best deals.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Columbus to London. To travel when it's less crowded, head to London in February.
Book a Columbus to London ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Columbus to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to London, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are essential stops on your London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.