Airport Guide13 min readUpdated September 13, 2026
CMH Terminal Guide 2026 | Columbus Airport Car Service
Columbus is the fastest-growing large city in the Midwest — home to Ohio State University, Nationwide Insurance, Huntington Bancshares, Honda of America, and Intel's massive new semiconductor campus. John Glenn Columbus International has no light rail and no practical transit to most corporate destinations. This guide covers everything you need to know to get from CMH to wherever you're going efficiently.
IATA Code
CMH
Concourses
B + C
Rail to City
None
To Downtown
from $130+
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No light rail in Columbus — one of the largest U.S. cities without rail transit
Columbus, Ohio is one of the largest U.S. cities without any light rail or subway system. Despite multiple ballot initiatives and planning documents, the city has no rail transit as of 2026. COTA buses serve the metro area but are not practical for airport-to-corporate connections. Every CMH arrival depends on cars — rentals, rideshare, or professional car service.
Concourses
CMH terminal layout — Concourses B and C
John Glenn Columbus International Airport has a single terminal building with two concourses (B and C). Note: there is no Concourse A — the terminal was renumbered during a renovation. Both concourses are accessible from the main terminal without re-clearing security. The terminal is compact and straightforward — one of the easier airports to navigate.
B
Concourse B
Gates B1-B16
- American Airlines — DFW, CLT, PHL, ORD, MIA hub connections
- United Airlines — Newark (EWR), Chicago (ORD), Houston, Denver
- Alaska Airlines — Seattle (SEA), Los Angeles (LAX), Portland
Admirals Club (AA) and United Club accessible in Concourse B
C
Concourse C
Gates C1-C16
- Delta Air Lines — Atlanta (ATL), JFK, Detroit, Minneapolis, Boston
- Southwest Airlines — MDW, Baltimore, Denver, Nashville, Orlando
- Spirit Airlines — Fort Lauderdale, Atlanta, Las Vegas, Orlando
- Frontier Airlines — Denver, Orlando, Tampa, Phoenix
- JetBlue Airways — New York (JFK), Boston, Fort Lauderdale
Delta Sky Club in Concourse C
Pricing
Car service rates from CMH — all Columbus destinations
All rates are locked at booking. Sedan rates shown; Cadillac Escalade ESV rates approximately 30% higher.
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Flat-rate (sedan) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Columbus | 9 mi | 15-22 min | from $130+ | Nationwide Arena, Convention Center |
| Short North / German Village | 10 mi | 16-24 min | from $130+ | Arts district, restaurants, boutiques |
| Ohio State University / Clintonville | 11 mi | 17-24 min | from $130+ | OSU main campus, Wexner Medical Center |
| Westerville (Nationwide HQ area) | 18 mi | 22-30 min | from $130+ | Nationwide Insurance, Otterbein University |
| Dublin | 22 mi | 25-35 min | from $130+ | Honda NA offices, executive residential |
| Polaris / Lewis Center | 20 mi | 22-30 min | from $130+ | Polaris Fashion Place, major office/retail |
| New Albany (Intel Campus) | 18 mi | 22-30 min | from $130+ | Intel $20B chip fab campus (opening 2026-2027) |
| Gahanna / Easton | 8 mi | 12-18 min | from $130+ | Closest major retail/hotel corridor to CMH |
| Hilliard / Grove City | 16-18 mi | 20-28 min | from $130+ | Southwest Columbus suburbs |
Corporate
Columbus corporate destinations
Columbus has quietly become one of the most important corporate hubs in the Midwest. The Intel chip fab campus ($20B+ investment), Honda of America, Nationwide Insurance, and Huntington Bancshares anchor a diversified corporate economy. Ohio State University's Wexner Medical Center and research enterprise make Columbus a significant destination for academic and medical travel.
| Company | Location | From CMH | Industry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Ohio (chip fab) | New Albany | 18 mi / 25 min | $20B semiconductor campus, Ohio One, Intel 18A |
| Nationwide Insurance | Westerville / Downtown | 9-18 mi / 15-28 min | Insurance, Fortune 85 company |
| Huntington Bancshares | Downtown Columbus | 9 mi / 16 min | Banking / financial services |
| American Electric Power (AEP) | Downtown Columbus | 9 mi / 16 min | Electric utility, Fortune 193 |
| Ohio State University | University District | 11 mi / 18 min | University, Wexner Medical Center, research |
| Honda of America (Marysville) | Marysville (45 mi from CMH) | 45 mi / 55 min | Automotive manufacturing, major employer |
| L Brands (Victoria's Secret, Bath & Body) | Reynoldsburg / Dublin | 12-22 mi / 18-30 min | Retail / consumer brands |
| Cardinal Health | Dublin | 22 mi / 28 min | Healthcare distribution, Fortune 14 |
Intel Ohio — the biggest economic story in CMH
Intel's $20+ billion Ohio chip fabrication campus in New Albany is one of the largest industrial investments in U.S. history. The facility (Intel Ohio One, opening 2026-2027) will employ thousands and bring tens of thousands of construction workers, contractors, and executives through CMH. Intel executives, chipmakers, supply chain partners, and government officials are making CMH a major international travel point. Detailed Drivers provides corporate account service for Intel-related travel.
FAQ
CMH airport frequently asked questions
How many terminals does CMH Columbus Airport have?+
CMH has a single terminal with two concourses: Concourse B (American, United, Alaska) and Concourse C (Delta, Southwest, Spirit, Frontier, JetBlue). Note: there is no Concourse A — the terminal was renumbered during renovation. Both concourses are connected post-security.
Is there light rail or bus service from CMH to downtown Columbus?+
No. Columbus is one of the largest U.S. cities without light rail or subway. COTA buses connect CMH to downtown but take 45-60+ minutes with transfers. Professional car service is the standard ground transportation option for CMH arrivals.
How far is CMH from downtown Columbus?+
Downtown Columbus is 9 miles from CMH, typically 15-22 minutes via I-670 West. The Short North arts district, German Village, and Nationwide Arena are all within 10-12 miles. Flat-rate car service from CMH to downtown Columbus is $50.
How far is CMH from Dublin, Ohio and Honda North America?+
Dublin is 22 miles from CMH, typically 25-35 minutes via I-270 North. Dublin hosts numerous corporate offices including Cardinal Health and Honda North America operations. Honda's manufacturing plant in Marysville is 45 miles from CMH. Car service to Dublin is $80 no surge.
How far is the Intel Ohio campus from CMH?+
Intel's Ohio One chip fabrication campus in New Albany is approximately 18 miles from CMH, typically 22-30 minutes via I-270 East. This is Intel's $20+ billion semiconductor investment and one of the most significant industrial projects in U.S. history. Detailed Drivers provides corporate account service for Intel-related executive travel.
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