Travelling from Columbus to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE): What you need to know
Put your plans into motion at Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), the main airport in Columbus. Search for flights from Columbus to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) that take off from this base.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport is located in Tampa. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Columbus.
Your flight from Columbus to PIE won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Travelling from central Columbus to CMH takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Columbus to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
CMH's address is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Consider starting your journey from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). You can book a direct Columbus to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) plane ticket with departures from here.
Get on your direct flight from Columbus to PIE with Allegiant Air. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of LCK.
Allegiant Air has the largest share of bookings on the LCK to PIE route.
Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier flying from Rickenbacker International Airport to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, with 67.5% of its services arriving as planned.
You can arrive at LCK from the centre of Columbus in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 23 kilometres or so.
Unwind before your Columbus to PIE flight at a hotel near 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.
75% of flights leaving Rickenbacker International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Columbus to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PIE instead:
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Getting from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to central Tampa
Central Tampa is around 32 kilometres from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
RM153 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Columbus to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport. Return flights start from RM372. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap flights from Columbus to PIE, book your ticket one month before your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Columbus to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Plan your visit to Tampa in August for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Columbus to PIE plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Columbus to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Tampa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tampa right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Columbus to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Tampa when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Busch Gardens Tampa followed by The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Tampa, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 290 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its top sights. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 145 kilometres northeast of Tampa, Orlando is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world.
