New York to Columbus (JFK–OSU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to Columbus
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 491 mi 1h 27m nonstop 10 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between JFK and OSU, connecting options are available through 10 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to OSU.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
10
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
PIT ~3h 58m IAD ~4h 25m IND ~4h 44m BNA ~6h 3m MSP ~6h 8m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
48
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
JFK → OSU
77%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
77%
Return
OSU → JFK
92%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
92%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. JFK delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Columbus from New York

Nearby airports with service to The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field.
Metric JFK→OSU EWR→OSU
Distance from JFK – 21 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 1
Flight time 1h 27m 1h 25m
Departure OTP 77% –
Newark (EWR) to Columbus flights
Airports within 200 miles of JFK with service to The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Columbus is 0 hours the same as New York.
JFK: EDT · OSU: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 6:00 PM in Columbus.
Distance & Flight Time
491 mi / 790 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 27m.
Getting to JFK

The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.

Facts

JFK–OSU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Columbus route.
Route details
Distance491 mi / 790 km
Flight time1h 27m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections10 hubs
Origin: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: OSU
Full nameThe Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field
IATA / ICAOOSU / KOSU
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vevay
Elevation905 ft / 276 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about JFK to OSU flights.
Nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field take approximately 1h 27m. The route covers 491 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from JFK to OSU.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PIT, IAD, IND, BNA, MSP, RSW, PBI, FLL, BZN and EWR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include EWR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from JFK to OSU

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (OSU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

JFK to OSU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from JFK to OSU ranges from 1 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 491 miles (790 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via PIT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).