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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Columbus travel guide

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You're Going to Love Columbus

With a population of 23,640, Columbus is a must-see destination in Mississippi, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Columbus deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Columbus

Columbus in January
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Columbus in January
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Columbus in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 6.5″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Columbus, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to Columbus

Plane

When flying to Columbus, you’ll arrive at Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. (GTR), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Columbus include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Columbus departs from New York and takes around 4h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Columbus is to pick up a car rental from Memphis, which is about 147 miles from Columbus. You’ll find branches of Budget and Turo, among others, in Memphis.

Plane

When flying to Columbus, you’ll arrive at Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. (GTR), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Columbus include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Columbus departs from New York and takes around 4h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Columbus is to pick up a car rental from Memphis, which is about 147 miles from Columbus. You’ll find branches of Budget and Turo, among others, in Memphis.

Airports near Columbus

GTRColumbus Golden Triangle Reg.
BHMBirmingham
TUPTupelo Lemons Municipal

Airlines serving Columbus

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,251 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,963 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,464 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
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Where to stay in Columbus

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Red Roof Inn Columbus, MS and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus North.

Where to stay in popular areas of Columbus

Most booked hotels in Columbus

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Hyatt Place Columbus
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 487 reviews)
$124+
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Courtyard by Marriott Columbus
3 stars
Excellent (8, 296 reviews)
$120+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus MS
2 stars
Good (7.8, 407 reviews)
$109+
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Best Western Executive Suites
2 stars
Good (7.6, 362 reviews)
$101+
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Comfort Inn and Suites Columbus North
2 stars
Good (7.3, 737 reviews)
$96+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus
2 stars
Good (7.2, 136 reviews)
$82+
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Renting a car in Columbus

Renting a car in Columbus costs $102 per day, on average, or $203 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Columbus Golden Triangle Reg..

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Columbus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Columbus, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Columbus costs $102 per day, on average, or $203 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Columbus Golden Triangle Reg..

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Columbus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Columbus, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

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