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

Southwest Airlines plane taking off at John Glenn International Airport.

Memorial Day signals the start of a busy summer travel season for Columbus airports

COLUMBUS, OH – The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) is forecasting its busiest summer travel season since 2019, with an average of 14,300 airplane seats departing daily from John Glenn International (CMH) and the Rickenbacker Passenger Terminal (LCK) between June and August. Passenger travel has steadily risen since the start of the pandemic. After a record-breaking year in 2019 with 8.9 million passengers traveling through CMH and LCK, 2020 saw

Amex escape Lounges at John Glenn International Airport

Escape lounges and American Express to open a new escape lounge – the centurion® studio partner at John Glenn Columbus International Airport

(Chicago, IL – May 5, 2022) Today, Escape Lounges and American Express announced plans to open a new Escape Lounge – The Centurion® Studio Partner at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) in Columbus, Ohio. 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 chef-curated food

John Glenn International Airport vibrant Columbus wall of art welcoming travelers to Columbus.

CRAA selects team to explore conceptual design of new CMH terminal

COLUMBUS, OH – The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) Board of Directors today approved a resolution to initiate professional design services for a new John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) terminal with the award-winning global architecture, design and planning firm Gensler. Gensler provides experience-focused, socially responsible design across an array of project types, including many notable and inspirational airports spanning the globe. For this project, Gensler has partnered with Moody

Water cannon salute for a United Airplane taxing on the ramp at CMH airport.

United resumes San Francisco service, restoring connections to business and tourism

COLUMBUS, OH – United Airlines is resuming daily nonstop service to San Francisco (SFO) from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), a critical route connecting the Columbus Region with business and tourism opportunities. “United’s restoration of daily service to San Francisco signals the return of business travel as companies are rediscovering the value of face-to-face interactions,” said Joseph R. Nardone, President & CEO of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority. “With

Closeup of a runner at the 2022 John Glenn International Runway 5K Run & Walk, showcasing the 5K boarding pass lanyard.

John Glenn International Runway 5K Run & Walk returns after two-year hiatus

COLUMBUS, OH – The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) is pleased to announce the return of the John Glenn International Runway 5K Run & Walk on Saturday, September 17. Registration is now open for this popular community event giving participants rare access to the airport runway while raising funds for an important cause. Proceeds from the Runway 5K benefit Honor Flight Columbus, a nonprofit organization that provides senior veterans with

Breeze Airways sits at gate C49 prior to departure from CMH Airport.

Breeze Airways expands CMH service to three new destinations

COLUMBUS, OH – Only months after launching service out of John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) in July 2021, Breeze Airways is announcing service to three new destinations not currently served out of CMH: “Breeze Airways has been a welcome addition to John Glenn International, providing Columbus travelers with nonstop access to several in demand destinations,” said Joseph R. Nardone, President & CEO of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority. “We

Cargolux aircraft being offloaded at LCK Airport

CRAA reports best year on record for cargo, continued rise in passenger traffic

COLUMBUS, OH – The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) has released its 2021 stats, revealing that Rickenbacker International (LCK) handled a record-breaking 153,600 metric tons of cargo, and over six million passengers traveled through John Glenn Columbus International (CMH) and LCK. “Our year-end numbers reflect our great business partnerships and the dedication of our staff, making 2021 a year of accomplishments and milestones for CRAA,” said Joseph R. Nardone, CRAA

Breeze Airways™ Debuts Airbus A220 Aircraft on 17 Existing Routes, Including Columbus to Hartford, CT, and Norfolk, VA, Starting June 2; Announces $99 Introductory ‘Nicest’ Fare with First Class Seat

Salt Lake City, UT (January 19, 2022) – Breeze Airways plans to announce new, longer routes for the airline’s Airbus A220 aircraft in the coming weeks but Columbus travelers will be have the opportunity to fly on the new aircraft to Hartford, CT, and Norfolk, VA, starting June 2, 2022*. Breeze will premiere its new ‘Nicest’ fare with first-class seating, with an introductory fare of just $99. The introductory $99

Artistic representation of three figures composed of multiple people, symbolizing the unity of CRAA and COTA in combating human trafficking.

CRAA and COTA join forces in fight against human trafficking

COLUMBUS, OH – In 2020, the Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) and Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) joined the nationwide effort to end human trafficking by signing the Transportation Leaders Against Human Trafficking pledge. On National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, January 11, both agencies are joining forces to continue the fight against human trafficking. “We are committed to doing everything in our power to stop the flow of human trafficking