How much is a taxi from CMH to downtown Columbus?

Taxi fares: about $25–$35. The ride takes 15–20 min depending on traffic.

How far is CMH from downtown Columbus?

About 6 miles, or 15–20 min by taxi.

Which airlines fly from CMH?

Airlines at CMH include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Breeze Airways, Air Canada, Viva Aerobus and Lufthansa. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Where is the cheapest parking at CMH?

Blue, Red and Green economy lots with shuttles, the cheapest. Rates change with demand, so check and book ahead on the airport's site.

How do I find cheap flights from Columbus?

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Columbus · airport guide

Columbus Airport guide

John Glenn Columbus International Airport has one terminal with Concourses A, B and C. The quickest way from CMH to downtown Columbus is the COTA bus (about 30 minutes, $2).

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Transit to downtown Columbus

30 min

COTA bus, $2

Taxi

15–20 min

about $25–$35

Airlines

12+

American, Delta and United

Lounges

None listed

No airline club here

Quick answer

The quickest way from CMH to downtown Columbus is the COTA bus (about 30 minutes, $2). Airlines here include American, Delta, United, Southwest and Alaska.

Terminals: One terminal with Concourses A, B and C
Taxi: 15–20 min, about $25–$35
Distance: About 6 miles to downtown Columbus

Getting from CMH to downtown Columbus

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

COTA busto downtown Columbusabout 30 min$2
Taxi or rideshare15–20 minabout $25–$35

Inside CMH

Terminals and connections

Each concourse has its own TSA checkpoint and they aren't connected inside security, so go through the checkpoint for your gate's concourse.

Parking at CMH

•Blue, Red and Green economy lots with shuttles, the cheapest
•Garage connected to the terminal

Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check CMH's official site.

CMH tips

•Check your gate before security: the checkpoints are per concourse.

Airlines at CMH

Major airlines that fly from CMH (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
JetBlue Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Sun Country Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 11 in Bag fees
Breeze Airways Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
Viva Aerobus Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
Lufthansa Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees

CMH airport FAQ

The quickest option is the COTA bus to downtown Columbus: about 30 minutes for $2. A taxi takes 15–20 min (about $25–$35).

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Sources

Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fares, lounges, airlines and parking change; check with the operator or airport before you travel.

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