Direct flights from New York to Columbus JFK → CMH

American Airlines and Delta Air Lines fly nonstop from New York (JFK) to Columbus (CMH), several times daily. The flight takes about 1h 30m and covers 482 miles (776 km). Round-trip fares typically run around $357. Arrivals run on time 79.1% at JFK and 76.0% at CMH — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule. Fares last checked 31 August 2026.

60-day flexibility overview based on 18 recent fares across the next 60 days

Cheapest
$309
Typical
$357
Most expensive
$1,017

What flexibility is worth here

How long you stay changes it too

  • 1–5 nights $367
  • 6–9 nights $309

Staying 6–9 nights typically costs $58 less than 1–5 nights.

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Cheapest combos

American Best
Thu Nov 5 14:45 → 16:50
Sun Nov 8 07:00 → 08:59 3 nights
American
Thu Nov 5 14:45 → 16:50
Mon Nov 9 07:00 → 08:59 4 nights
American
Thu Nov 5 14:45 → 16:50
Mon Nov 9 14:46 → 16:49 4 nights

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Nonstop departures observed in recent fares

Across 4 recent dates we priced, New York (JFK) to Columbus (CMH) showed up to 2 nonstop departures a day, with the earliest around 09:50 and the latest around 15:30, operated by Delta and American.

09:50 14:45 15:30

Departure times seen while pricing this route over the last few weeks — a sample, not the full timetable. Airlines adjust schedules seasonally.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight from New York to Columbus?

Yes, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines operate nonstop flights from New York (JFK) to Columbus (CMH).

Which airlines fly direct from New York to Columbus?

American Airlines, Delta Air Lines operate nonstop flights from New York to Columbus.

How long is the flight from New York to Columbus?

The nonstop flight from New York to Columbus takes ~1h 30m (approximately 776 km).

How often do direct flights operate from New York to Columbus?

Nonstop flights from New York to Columbus operate multiple daily.

What is the on-time performance for flights from New York to Columbus?

Arrivals run on time 79.1% at JFK and 76.0% at CMH — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Columbus?

Round-trip flights from New York (JFK) to Columbus (CMH) start at $309, with a typical fare around $357. Based on 18 recent fare combinations.

Does trip length change the round-trip fare from New York to Columbus?

Typical round-trip fares from New York (JFK) to Columbus (CMH) by trip length: a short trip (1–5 nights) about $367 and a week away (6–9 nights) about $309. Medians from 18 recent fare combinations.

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