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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbus Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 7:20 am and lands at 10:03 am
• Latest: departs at 8:12 pm and lands at 10:55 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 43m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbus Airport:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbus Airport takes 2h 43m, covering 985 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbus Airport range from $335 to $530, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $335 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 78% above the $428 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $294 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $477 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbus Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbus Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $101, which is 59% below the typical average for this route.

Columbus Airport (CMH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Payless
• Budget
• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Thrifty

Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbus Airport usually depart from Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and arrive at Columbus (CMH).

One-stop flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbus Airport most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 46% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbus Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $394 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $507, a difference of $113.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Columbus Airport.

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 53m, compared with 5h via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 20m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Columbus Airport is 1 hour ahead of Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Columbus Airport are Greater Columbus Convention Center, Ohio Stadium and Nationwide Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Columbus Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbus Airport flights:

• United Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Unfortunately, no direct flights are operating this route on a daily basis. However, several airlines offer connecting flights with at least one stopover. These flights are recommendable as they are cheaper, although they add extra hours to your flight. A common stopover occurs at Hartsfield-Jackson-ATL-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Orlando International Airport.

The departure airport boasts an on-site hotel offering convenient accommodations to passengers. The Houston Airport Marriott is nestled between Terminals B and C. The airport provides complimentary underground train service from the hotel to the airline gates. Staying at this hotel allows you to avoid morning rushes if you have an early flight.

If you are looking for a rental car to help you move around, you can find one right at the airport. The arrival airport houses about nine car rental agencies with a variety of car options to pick from. There is a shuttle that transports passengers to the car rental center.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport has several play areas designed to occupy kids while you wait for your flight. Adults are required to accompany their children.