COLUMBUS, Ohio — Nearly 1 million passengers are expected to pass through John Glenn Columbus International and Rickenbacker International airports during the spring break season. To ensure a smooth travel experience, passengers should plan ahead, arrive early, and download their airline’s app for the most up-to-date information about their flights.
Follow these additional tips for a seamless travel experience.
Don’t let your plans get parked in limbo: Before you leave home, visit FlyColumbus.com to check out all your parking options and availability. From curbside valet to long-term lots, there’s an option for every budget.
Stress less, arrive early: Plan plenty of time to get to the terminal and through security, then stop by one of our restaurants or stores to grab a preflight bite for a relaxing start to your vacation.
ID-entify yourself: Don’t let your trip be over before it starts! Ensure you have a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another acceptable form of identification, such as a passport. Can’t find your ID? You may qualify for the TSA ConfirmID program to verify your identity. Passengers should complete this process online before heading to the airport to avoid delays at the security checkpoint.
Sunscreen screensaver: Don’t let your vacation glow get confiscated. Remember, sunscreen is a liquid, and if it’s more than 3.4 ounces, it should go in your checked luggage. Keep your carry-on 3-1-1 compliant and breeze through the security checkpoint.
Need some last-minute trip ideas? Check out the 9 new nonstop flights for 2026:
- Panama City Beach (Southwest) begins March 7, 1-2 times a week
- Ft. Lauderdale (Frontier) begins March 8, 3 times a week for the season
- Los Angeles (United) begins March 29, daily
- Montreal (Air Canada) begins May 1, daily
- Greenville-Spartanburg (Breeze) begins May 8, 2 times a week
- Key West (Allegiant) begins May 21, 2 times a week
- Austin (Delta) begins June 7, daily
- Savannah (Breeze) begins July 1, 2 times a week
- Tampa (Breeze) begins July 3, 2 times a week