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Your golden ticket to the Golden Gate

San Francisco is calling — and now’s the time to answer.  With daily nonstop flights on United Airlines from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), your next California adventure is closer than you think.  Sip, shop, and sightsee Whether you’re strolling through the iconic Ferry Building Marketplace, snapping that must-have photo at the Golden Gate Bridge, or exploring the colorful streets of Chinatown, San Francisco is the kind of city

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Your fall travel cheat sheet starts here

Fall is the perfect time to plan your next adventure — and with 50+ nonstop destinations and 130+ departures each day from Columbus airports (CMH and LCK), the only question is: Where to first?  Need some inspiration? Here are a few of our favorite fall trip ideas:  Park-hopping Fly to Orlando (Southwest, Delta, Frontier, Spirit — with Delta service beginning this December, or with Allegiant out of Rickenbacker) or Los

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Special flights for Buckeye football fans

Ohio State football is back! And so is the excitement in the air (literally). As Buckeye Nation gears up for another season, airlines are helping fans get to the biggest games with ease.  Several carriers (American, Delta, Southwest, and United) are adding flights to and from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) this fall, timed around high-demand weekends for key matchups. Some of these routes aren’t typically available out of

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New flights, fresh adventures: What’s taking off this spring

Spring is in the air – and so are new and returning nonstop flights from Columbus! As the weather warms up, so does your chance to explore new destinations or revisit your favorite getaways. Whether you’re planning a spring break adventure, a summer escape, or just want to see somewhere new, we’ve got you covered. Here’s what recently took off and what’s ahead in the coming months: March takeoffs Cancun

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Jerrie Mock posing in front of Spirit of Columbus red and white plane. first round-the-world solo at Port Columbus

Women who soared: Celebrating aviation pioneers in Columbus

Throughout history, women have broken barriers and defied expectations to leave their mark on aviation. From fearless pilots to trailblazing air traffic controllers, their contributions have shaped the industry and inspired generations to take flight. We celebrate the remarkable women who soared from Columbus, making aviation history right from our runways. Helen Venskus Helen Venskus was a pioneer in aviation long before she took her place in the control tower

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Aerial footage over the east ramp at John Glenn Columbus International Gateway. Below are several airplanes at gates. In the distance are darker clouds with downtown Columbus on the horizon.

Reflecting on our busiest year ever: 2024 in review

As we close the chapter on 2024, we look back on an extraordinary year for Columbus airports. With over 9 million passengers traveling through John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), this has been our busiest year ever! We’re filled with gratitude for the milestones we’ve reached and the progress we’ve made. Here’s a look back at some of the highlights that made this year unforgettable:

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An Alaska Airlines wing flies over the suburbs of Columbus, Ohio during a fall day. Bright orange and rust colored tree tops pass below.

Thanksgiving travelers: Which one are you?

The holiday season is upon us, and it’s all about the adventure – and of course, the journey to the dinner table.  The airport will undoubtedly be busier than ever before, so we’ve rounded up some classic Thanksgiving traveler types. Read on to see which one you are – and get a few helpful tips for your holiday journey along the way! 1. The “early bird” You’ve had your Thanksgiving

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More than a race: 5K celebrates community, honors veterans

Under a warm September sun, over a thousand eager participants converged on the Airfield Maintenance compound at John Glenn Columbus International Airport for our sixth annual 5K Run & Walk. This year’s event offered a unique twist: work to prepare for the construction of our new terminal meant runners and walkers pounded the pavement on a taxiway alongside an active runway, adding an extra thrill to the morning. Previous Next

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View of a sunny day at Rickenbacker International Airport featuring the control tower, surrounding buildings, lush greenery, and a drone flying overhead.

Pioneering the future: Rickenbacker International Airport’s role in FAA’s drone detection and mitigation research

As technology advances, drones or unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) are increasingly sharing the skies with traditional aircraft. Ensuring safety remains paramount. Congress tasked the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to create the groundbreaking Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Detection and Mitigation Research Program to shape guidance for airports and ensure drones don’t cause harm or interference to the FAA’s National Airspace System. Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) stepped up to the challenge and

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Interior rendering of a modern, spacious airport terminal designed by Gensler, featuring high ceilings, natural light, and numerous travelers engaging in various activities.

CMH Next: Building the future of air travel in Columbus

Where we are: A legacy of air travel Let’s take a trip back to where it all began. It’s 1929, and the excitement is palpable at the grand opening of our original terminal building. Thousands gathered July 8 to witness history as passengers boarded two Ford Tri-Motor aircraft. Among them was none other than the legendary Amelia Earhart, embarking on a transcontinental journey. Fast forward to 1958 – Columbus was

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