Travelling from Paris to Columbus: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Paris to Columbus begins with finding the right airport to start your journey. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) are the main departure points in Paris.
Port Columbus Airport (CMH) is where you'll be arriving in Columbus.
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Paris.
Allow plenty of time to make your Paris to Columbus flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Columbus
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Paris to Columbus flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
We make it a breeze to book a Paris to Columbus flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Paris to Columbus? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:
64% of flights leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
You can reach ORY from central Paris in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Columbus:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 79%.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
The journey time to BVA from central Paris is around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Paris to Columbus flight without having to rush. These hotels near Paris Beauvais Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations as expected. At BVA, that rate is 71%.
Paris Beauvais Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Columbus
Port Columbus Airport (CMH)
Port Columbus Airport (CMH) is approximately 10 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Columbus. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Port Columbus Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and experience more of Columbus and beyond.
Book your vehicle from Port Columbus Airport several weeks before your trip to get the lowest price. If you're going away during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book your Paris to Columbus flight even earlier.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK)
Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. Once you've hopped off your flight from Paris to Columbus, it'll take you approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your flight from Paris to Columbus at Baymont by Wyndham Columbus/Rickenbacker. This comfortable accommodation option is a quick drive from LCK.
Best time to go to Columbus
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Paris to Columbus. July is the busiest month for a trip to Columbus. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Book your Paris to Columbus ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flights from Paris to Columbus around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Columbus right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Paris to Columbus:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Columbus Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre are top attractions which should be on any good Columbus itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Columbus. Around 451 kilometres to the northwest, popular attractions include Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States and is around 274 kilometres west of Columbus. No trip is complete without dropping by Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
