Columbus to Austin (CMH–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CMH–AUS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,073 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 8 | 73H, 7M8, 7S7 | 2h45 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | E75L | 3h01 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Austin from Columbus
| Metric | CMH→AUS | CAK→AUS | LUK→AUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CMH | – | 99 mi | 102 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 15 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 45m | 2h 52m | 2h 26m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
CMH: EDT · AUS: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Columbus, it's 5:00 PM in Austin.
CapMetro Route 20 to downtown Congress Ave costs $1.25 and takes 30–35 minutes. Buses depart from outside the terminal on the lower level. Last bus around midnight; late arrivals need a ride-share.Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level (follow signs to TNCs). Fares run $20–30 to downtown, 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis at the curb: $30–40. Rental car desks are in the main terminal; the QTA (Quick Turnaround Area) is a short shuttle ride. Afternoon and evening arrivals may face longer drive times due to city congestion.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers. July and August average 36–38°C with heat indices that can reach 43°C. Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 7–17°C. Austin is vulnerable to rare but severe ice storms. Winter Storm Uri (2021) is the benchmark for worst-case disruption, and they can paralyze the city and airport.
Severe thunderstorms peak April through May with hail and tornado risk. Spring storm systems can cause significant ground delays. October and November are the most reliably stable months.
CMH–AUS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CMH to AUS
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CMH to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CMH to AUS is about 2 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,073 miles (1,726 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 30 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via St. Louis Lambert, Nashville and Dallas Love Field. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Akron (CAK), Cincinnati (LUK) and Cleveland (CLE).