Travelling from Tokyo to Columbus: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Tokyo to Columbus. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
Disembark at Columbus's chief entry point, Port Columbus Airport (CMH).
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-5, which is 14 hours behind Tokyo.
Leave plenty of time to make your Tokyo to Columbus flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like April. 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 Tokyo to Columbus
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Flying from Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Tokyo to Columbus flights departing from Tokyo Haneda Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
HND is about 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Tokyo to Columbus? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Tokyo Haneda Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Tokyo Haneda Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Tokyo to Columbus flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Tokyo Narita Airport and Columbus:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Tokyo to NRT in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 64 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Tokyo to Columbus? Relax in a hotel near Tokyo Narita Airport before your holiday officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Tokyo Narita Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73%.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Columbus
Port Columbus Airport (CMH)
The distance from Port Columbus Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is approximately 10 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Tokyo to Columbus, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CMH:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Port Columbus Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis to explore Columbus and beyond.
Give yourself a better shot at securing the best rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Port Columbus Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a smart move.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK)
Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK) is roughly 16 kilometres from central Columbus. Once you've hopped off your flight from Tokyo to Columbus, it takes approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to stay just a quick drive from LCK. Get into relaxation mode at Baymont by Wyndham Columbus/Rickenbacker after your Tokyo to Columbus flight.
Best time to go to Columbus
March is the quietest month for flights from Tokyo to Columbus, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Columbus based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Tokyo to Columbus tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Tokyo to Columbus in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 6ºC 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 Tokyo to Columbus, explore our range of hotels including:
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Columbus Park of Roses are a couple of major attractions to put on your Columbus travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ohio Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 451 kilometres northwest of Columbus, a visit to Chicago will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Indianapolis is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres west of Columbus. No trip is complete without a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.