Press release - John Glenn International (CMH) & Rickenbacker (LCK) Airports

A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 sits at the gate in Columbus, Ohio under a cloudy sky.

Southwest Airlines enhances service at John Glenn Columbus International Airport

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Columbus travelers will soon have expanded flight options following today’s Southwest Airlines announcement of increased service this fall. Beginning in October, Southwest will significantly increase service to San Diego, moving from summer-only weekly flights to near-daily departures. “San Diego has proven to be a popular destination, and this increased frequency addresses the strong demand since the route launched last year,” said Joseph R. Nardone, President & CEO

New route taking off at John Glenn International

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Fresh lobster and bay breezes are on the itinerary as the Columbus Regional Airport Authority announces a new nonstop flight to Portland, Maine, on Breeze Airways beginning May 2, 2025. “Breeze Airways has been a fantastic partner at John Glenn Columbus International Airport,” said Columbus Regional Airport Authority President & CEO Joseph R. Nardone. “We are so glad that Breeze has chosen to launch another route from

The Columbus mosaic in the terminal in Columbus airport from below.

Strong, successful bond issuance supports CMH Next terminal project

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) announced the successful sale of approximately $1.2 billion in general airport revenue bonds, a critical step in financing the construction of CMH Next, the new terminal at John Glenn Columbus International Airport. “This successful bond issuance reflects the strong investor confidence in the future of Columbus and the vital role our airport plays in driving economic growth,” said CRAA President &

A little boy runs through the airport terminal, holding onto a small toy airplane. His parents are in the background, smiling while watching him as they walk along.

Passenger traffic soars to new heights in 2024 at Columbus airports

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Columbus Regional Airport Authority President & CEO Joseph R. Nardone today announced that 2024 was a record-breaking year for passenger travel at Columbus airports. “With the new CMH terminal groundbreaking in December, record passengers numbers, and more nonstop destinations than ever, momentum is building at our airports,” said Nardone. “I am proud of the CRAA team for delivering exceptional service while advancing the construction of our new

Aerial view of International Gateway with a new roadway along the left.

Terminal project gets in gear with traffic changes & temporary Cell Phone Lot

COLUMBUS, Ohio — CMH Next, the new terminal project at John Glenn Columbus International Airport, is taking off, bringing noticeable changes to prepare for construction. Beginning the week of January 13, passengers traveling to John Glenn International will encounter two changes along the roadway: Traffic pattern adjustments on International Gateway: Eastbound traffic reduction: Traffic heading east on International Gateway will be reduced to two lanes, shifting slightly north before widening again

Close-up of a Christmas decoration with a red bell and white bauble on a tree, overlooking an indoor area with "COLUMBUS" signage in the background.

Record-breaking year wraps up with the start of seasonal celebrations

COLUMBUS, Ohio — John Glenn Columbus International Airport and Rickenbacker International Airport prepare for a flurry of passengers during the winter holiday season. Between Friday, December 20, and Thursday, January 2, more than 200,000 passengers are scheduled to depart from Columbus-area airports. “These final weeks of 2024 wrap up the busiest year in the airport’s history,” said Joseph R. Nardone, President & CEO of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA).

Decorative "CMH NEXT" sign on display at an outdoor event with people mingling in the background under a tent.

Breaking ground for what’s next – New terminal construction project takes flight

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Columbus Regional Airport Authority President & CEO Joseph R. Nardone and Board of Directors Chair Elizabeth P. Kessler today welcomed state and local officials, airport partners, and members of the community to the official groundbreaking ceremony for the new terminal at John Glenn Columbus International Airport. “Our new terminal is only possible thanks to the support of our many partners, community members, and airport employees, who have

Aerial view of the Blue Lot, covered and uncovered, at John Glenn Columbus International Airport, on a sunny day.

Preparing for what’s next: Blue Lot closure scheduled

COLUMBUS, Ohio — In preparation for the upcoming new terminal construction project, the Blue Shuttle Lot at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) will close to new parkers on December 9. A new, 2,550-car expansion will open in the Red Lot at the same time to accommodate additional cars. “Closing the Blue Shuttle Lot marks a major step forward as we prepare the site for our new terminal,” said Joseph

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Flocking to the sky: Record-breaking Thanksgiving travel expected

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Officials with the Columbus Regional Airport Authority anticipate an increase in passengers this Thanksgiving travel season and are advising passengers to plan for enough time to navigate the airport. “We are thrilled that so many passengers choose Columbus airports to be the start of their holiday celebrations,” said Joseph R. Nardone, President & CEO of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority. “With more than 50 nonstop destinations, passengers

A large snow plow machine with areas for a broom to connect in the middle rides along the taxiway in Columbus, Ohio as a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 comes in to land overhead.

Airport “Snow Dogs” preparing for winter weather

COLUMBUS, Ohio — With the season’s first weather event predicted for later this week, rest assured that the Columbus Regional Airport Authority’s “Snow Dogs” are on the prowl, practicing and preparing for winter weather this season. Fact sheet: Major equipment used in snow removal The Airfield Maintenance teams at John Glenn Columbus International Airport and Rickenbacker International Airport are responsible for removing the snow and ice to keep air traffic