Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Columbus: what you need to know
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-5. The city is five hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your EDI to Columbus flight.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from EDI to Columbus with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
The journey from central Edinburgh to EDI takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Columbus? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to EDI:
73% of flights taking off from Edinburgh Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Columbus
P39,546 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Columbus flight. A return plane ticket right now is P52,312. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from EDI to Columbus if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Columbus throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from EDI to Columbus.
Save money on your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Columbus with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to the centre of Columbus takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometers away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Columbus. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
Reserve your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to Columbus. If you're travelling during a busy period, book even earlier to get the lowest price possible.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is about 23 kilometers from central Columbus. After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Columbus, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one accommodation option within a short drive of LCK. Drop your bags here after your EDI to Columbus flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Best time to go to Columbus
July is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Columbus. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Columbus in December.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Edinburgh Airport to Columbus plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Columbus around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Columbus right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Columbus:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Whetstone Park / Park of Roses, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Ohio Theatre are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Columbus itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Columbus. Around 451 kilometers away to the northwest, popular attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States and is around 274 kilometers west of Columbus. No journey is complete without experiencing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
