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Seas the day with these sunny destinations

With spring break only a few short months away, we’re dreaming of the warm sun on our faces, the smell of sea salt in the air, and the feeling of sand between our toes. Grab some inspiration for your next vacation with these sunny destinations, all just a nonstop flight from Columbus: Orange County, California + Los Angeles, California Surfing? Check. Sunbathing? Check. Adventure? Check. Orange County has it all.

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Winter weather at Columbus airports

Have you ever wondered how an airport operates during winter weather? Let’s talk about the ins and outs of how snow, ice, and wind can impact your travels, and how you can stay as prepared as possible: What we — the airport — can control As the airport, we’re responsible for a few things, but mainly clearing the airfield and keeping the airport as operational as possible. How does our

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These are a few of our favorite things…

As 2022 comes to an end, our Communications and Public Affairs team shared on some of our favorite moments from this year: “Working with our customer experience team to create Paw Force One trading cards was the cutest first project that anyone could ask for! Though I’ve only been at [Columbus Regional Airport Authority] (CRAA) for 2 months, it already resonates with me how important delighting passengers is for us.”

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What to expect this holiday season

With 50 nonstop destinations to choose from, you can expect the airport to be busy as we head into the holiday season. Whether you’re visiting family, hitting the slopes, or getting away to somewhere warm, we’re here to get you there. Here’s what to do: Our next tip is coming right up…

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The hustle and bustle of the holiday season

We all need some downtime once in a while. We have some suggestions that will help you chill like Frosty: See our furever friends in actionLook for Paw Force One. Our friendly (and furry) volunteer team of certified therapy dogs will accept belly rubs to help you find your zen. They all wear blue bandanas for easy identifying. Pro tip: Follow our dogs on Instagram for an ongoing source of

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Holiday travel guide - These are a few of our favorite things

Shopping, dining, and drinking

Settle in before your flight Maybe you need some caffeine to get through your flight, or you forgot your book at home and need a good read for the plane. We have you covered with shops and restaurants in each concourse and pre-security, ready to welcome you along the way. Check out the list of restaurant and shop hours on our website before you head out the door! What’s new

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Gobble up these safety tips

Our airport staff are here to make your travel experience an enjoyable one. Should you need anything along your journey, reach out to one of our Airport Police Officers or pick up one of the red emergency phones in the terminal to be connected to first responder personnel. For the lost (items):Did you lose something in the airport? Have no fear, our Lost and Found department is here to reunite

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Glide through security this season

Holiday travel means longer lines at the checkpoints. While you might not skate through like any other time of year, read on for tips for a quick and efficient checkpoint process: Get assistance with TSA CaresFor those traveling with disabilities, medical conditions, and other special circumstances, TSA offers a helpline to ease your mind prior to your departure. Double check before the checkpointPack smart; start with empty bags. Those who

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First things first: parking

The first thing you’ll probably do at CMH is park in one of our many parking areas. You’ll be off jingling all the way in no time. In the Red, Green, or Blue lots, you’ll park and grab a shuttle that runs 24/7. Keep your ticket in your vehicle or somewhere safe to make sure you can easily pay and leave when you get back. The shuttles depart from the

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Table of Escape Lounge Food at John Glenn Columbus Airport CMH.

New Escape Lounge — The Centurion® Studio Partner coming to CMH

Update – November 14, 2022 – Escape Lounge — The Centurion® Studio Partner is now open at John Glenn Columbus International Airport. A new Escape Lounge — The Centurion® Studio Partner is coming to John Glenn International. Spanning 2,800 square feet, the new lounge will be located in Concourse B near gate 32. Expected to open later this year, the lounge will offer eligible travelers complimentary fresh and locally sourced

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