Travelling from Montreal to Columbus: what you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Montreal to Columbus.
Touch down at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), the major arrival point in Columbus.
Montreal and Columbus share the same timezone, UTC-4.
To ensure you make it on your Montreal to Columbus flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Columbus
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Montreal to Columbus flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Columbus, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% land on schedule at their destination.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is approximately 10 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 10 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Columbus, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CMH:
Follow your own route with a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and find adventure across Columbus and beyond.
Boost your chances of securing the lowest price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
The street address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
As soon as your flight from Montreal to Columbus has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is approximately 16 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Best time to go to Columbus
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Montreal to Columbus. July is the most popular month to visit Columbus. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Montreal to Columbus ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Montreal to Columbus in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Columbus, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are leading attractions which should be on any good Columbus itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Columbus has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres north-west of Columbus, a trip to Chicago will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Indianapolis is another standout destination in United States and is around 274 kilometres west of Columbus. No journey is complete without a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.