John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Columbus, US 🇺🇸 Large International Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
KCMH
IATA
CMH
Elevation
815 ft
Region
US-OH
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GPS Code: KCMH
Local Code: CMH
Location: 39.998001° N, -82.891899° E
Continent: North America
Type: Large International Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) generally receives positive feedback, with many travelers appreciating its ease of use and clean facilities. While it was recently noted to have slipped in national satisfaction rankings, largely due to ongoing construction for a new terminal, passengers frequently report a smooth and stress-free travel experience.
What Travelers Love
- Cleanliness and Modern Facilities: Travelers consistently praise the airport for its clean, bright, and modern terminal, including well-maintained bathrooms and orderly spaces.
- Efficient Security: Security lines are often described as fast and easy to navigate, with many experiencing short wait times, especially with TSA PreCheck or CLEAR.
- Free WiFi and Charging Stations: The availability of complimentary WiFi and charging plugs at every seat in waiting areas is a significant highlight for passengers.
- User-Friendly Layout and Navigation: CMH is considered easy to get around, with clear signage and a compact size contributing to a streamlined experience.
- Good Ground Transportation: Shuttles to parking and the rental car center are well-labeled and helpful, and various transportation options like COTA AirConnect, Uber, and Lyft are available.
Common Complaints
- Limited Food and Retail Options: A recurring complaint is the lack of diverse dining and shopping choices, particularly outside of peak hours, with many establishments closing early.
- Lack of Lounges and Amenities: Travelers often note that CMH, being a mid-sized airport, lacks the variety of lounges and extensive amenities found in larger international airports.
- Slow Baggage Claim: Several reviews mention slow baggage claim processes, causing frustration for arriving passengers.
- Impact of Construction: Ongoing construction for a new terminal (CMHNEXT project) has caused some inconvenience, including the closure of the Blue parking lot and difficulties finding other parking areas like the Red Lot.
Overall, John Glenn Columbus International Airport is widely regarded as a convenient and efficient airport for regional travel, valued for its cleanliness and quick security. While it faces some challenges with limited amenities and ongoing construction, a future terminal opening in 2029 is anticipated to address many of these issues.
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Airport Routes
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) offers 114 flight routes operated by 9 airlines. Major carriers include Southwest, Republic, American Airlines and others. Popular destinations from Columbus include Chicago O'Hare Intl, Detroit Metro Wayne Co, Reagan National, Orlando Intl and Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 6
- Detroit Metro Wayne Co (DTW) 4
- Reagan National (DCA) 4
- Orlando Intl (MCO) 3
- Dallas-Fort Worth Intl (DFW) 3
- Minneapolis/St Paul Intl (MSP) 3
- Washington Dulles Intl (IAD) 3
- Denver Intl (DEN) 3
- Charlotte/Douglas Intl (CLT) 3
- Fort Lauderdale Intl (FLL) 3
- LaGuardia (LGA) 3
- Philadelphia Intl (PHL) 3
Newly Discovered
- Tampa Intl (TPA) new
- Hartsfield-Jackson Intl (ATL) new
- John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) new
- Minneapolis/St Paul Intl (MSP) new
- Cincinnati Muni (LUK) new
- Philadelphia Intl (PHL) new
- LaGuardia (LGA) new
- Baltimore/Washington Intl (BWI) new
- Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) new
- Dallas-Fort Worth Intl (DFW) new
- Denver Intl (DEN) new
- Fort Lauderdale Intl (FLL) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at John Glenn Columbus International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Southwest
SWA
/ WN
|
18 | 89 | 18 | Jan 17, 2026 |
Republic
RPA
/ YX
|
10 | 59 | 10 | Nov 26, 2025 |
American Airlines
AAL
/ AA
|
6 | 25 | 6 | Aug 10, 2025 |
Envoy Air
ENY
/ MQ
|
6 | 24 | 6 | Aug 10, 2025 |
Delta Air Lines
DAL
/ DL
|
3 | 22 | 3 | Sep 17, 2025 |
Spirit
NKS
/ NK
|
4 | 15 | 4 | Aug 10, 2025 |
NetJets Aviation
EJA
/ 1I
|
11 | 14 | 11 | Sep 16, 2025 |
SkyWest
SKW
/ OO
|
2 | 14 | 2 | Aug 10, 2025 |
United
UAL
/ UA
|
4 | 12 | 4 | Aug 9, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10L/28R |
8000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
10R/28L |
10125 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | COLUMBUS APP/DEP | 33.822 MHz |
| A/D | COLUMBUS APP/DEP | 118.2 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.6 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 126.3 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| RDO | DAYTON RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 132.7 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are available 24/7 on the ground level of the terminal. The designated taxi pickup area is located outside of baggage claim. Follow the signs for Ground Transportation.
Rental Cars
A dedicated rental car center is accessible via a free 24/7 shuttle service from the terminal's ground transportation level. Major companies including Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National operate from this facility.
Public Transportation
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) provides public bus service. COTA's Line 7 bus connects the airport directly to downtown Columbus. The bus stop is located on the ground transportation level, and buses run approximately every 30 minutes.
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