Rochester to Columbus (RST–CMH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rochester to Columbus
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
562 mi 1h 16m nonstop +1h ahead 38 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RST and CMH, connecting options are available through 38 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RST to CMH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
38
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~16h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
88
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Columbus from Rochester

Nearby airports with service to John Glenn Columbus International Airport.
Metric RST→CMH LSE→CMH MSP→CMH
Distance from RST – 62 mi 76 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 9
Weekly flights 0 1 66
Flight time 1h 16m 2h 2m 1h 48m
La Crosse (LSE) to Columbus flights · Minneapolis (MSP) to Columbus flights
Airports within 200 miles of RST with service to John Glenn Columbus International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Columbus is 1 hour ahead of Rochester.
RST: CDT · CMH: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Rochester, it's 7:00 PM in Columbus.
Distance & Flight Time
562 mi / 905 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 16m.
Facts

RST–CMH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rochester to Columbus route.
Route details
Distance562 mi / 905 km
Flight time1h 16m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections38 hubs
Origin: RST
Full nameRochester International Airport
IATA / ICAORST / KRST
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.2M
Elevation1,317 ft / 401 m
Destination: CMH
Full nameJohn Glenn Columbus International Airport
IATA / ICAOCMH / KCMH
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr8.8M
Elevation815 ft / 248 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RST to CMH flights.
Nonstop flights from Rochester International Airport to John Glenn Columbus International Airport take approximately 1h 16m. The route covers 562 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MKE, IND, YIP, DSM, PWK, OKC, MDW, MEM, CAK, GRR, BHM, YYZ, BNA, CLT, EWR, ATL, SAT, DCA, LGA, HOU, RSW, SRQ, TPA, AUS, DFW, DAL, PBI, YYC, NAS, SLC, MIA, SCF, VNY, LAS, SAN, KEF, ORD and MSP. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Columbus is 1 hour ahead of Rochester.
Nearby alternatives include LSE and MSP. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 RST to CMH

Rochester International Airport (RST) and John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RST to CMH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RST to CMH ranges from 1 hours 16 minutes. The route covers a distance of 562 miles (905 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MKE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include La Crosse (LSE) and Minneapolis (MSP).