How to find cheap flights to Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
At the moment, 317 € is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Rickenbacker International Airport. Or you can book a return plane ticket to LCK for 524 €.
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Pick up a bargain on tickets to Columbus, where Rickenbacker International Airport is located, by booking ahead. You're more likely to secure an awesome deal and have a wider range of departure options.
Expand your search for cheap flights to Columbus by clicking the 'Add nearby airports' box. This allows you to compare fares for airports closest to your departure and destination points and could help you save money.
If you aren't in a rush to travel to Columbus, think about taking a little detour. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Rickenbacker International Airport if you book a flight with a stop or two.
Best time to go to Columbus
May is usually the cheapest month to catch a flight to Columbus.
If your travel dates are flexible, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to LCK.
Fly to Columbus in July if you'd like to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to LCK, but also when fares are usually more expensive.
The quietest time of the year to go is May. Lock in your plane tickets to Columbus then and enjoy sightseeing at a slower pace.
The weather can make or break your holiday, so consider what type of conditions you prefer to travel in. Columbus is warmest in July, with averages of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from -11ºC to 6ºC.
November comes with a lower chance of grey skies. With five days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Columbus.
June brings the wettest conditions. You can expect around 11 days of rainfall if you're visiting then.
Flying to Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK): What you need to know
Take the express route to Columbus with Allegiant Air. This leading airline offers direct flights to Rickenbacker International Airport.
Consider booking your LCK plane ticket with Allegiant Air. It's the most punctual carrier, with up to 69% of flights to this hub sticking to schedule.
When you touch down at LCK, you'll be in the UTC-4 timezone.
Rest up shortly after your flight to LCK at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from Rickenbacker International Airport.
Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time rating of 66%, which reflects how reliably departing flights reach their destination. This can be handy to know if you're planning a tight connection or have somewhere to be not long after landing.
Getting to central Columbus from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Central Columbus is about 26 kms (16 miles) from LCK.
You'll reach the centre in around 25 minutes if you're catching a cab or a ride-share after your flight to LCK.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you want to stay near all the action in Columbus, unpack your suitcase at one of these popular hotels:
Columbus highlights
Jump off your flight to Columbus and make a beeline for these must-visit attractions:
Whetstone Park / Park of Roses: Offering a memorable introduction to everything the city has to offer, this landmark is around 10 kms (6 miles) north of the centre.
Topiary Garden: Find a spot to sit and take a break here while exploring Columbus. This park is roughly 0.97 kms (0.60 miles) east of the centre.
Ohio Theatre: Need another great reason to visit Columbus? This landmark brings in the crowds and is about 0.16 kms (0.10 miles) south of the city centre.
How to get to Springfield from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Heading for the nearby city of Springfield? It's about 88 kms (55 miles) from LCK. It'll take you around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
Travelling from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) to Newark
Newark is another city that's easily accessible from Rickenbacker International Airport. It's about 56 kms (35 miles) away.
It'll take you 50 minutes or so to drive to Newark.
Explore more of the United States
There's loads more of the United States begging to be explored. Around 274 kms (170 miles) west of Columbus, set out for Indianapolis. What not to miss? Start with Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis. The most conveniently located airport for this city is Indianapolis International Airport (IND).
Another city in the United States that will quickly win you over is Detroit. From Columbus, it's roughly 274 kms (170 miles) north and serves up highlights like Motown Museum and The Majestic Theatre. Find time for Detroit Institute of Arts too. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the main gateway to this city.
Expand your adventure to Cleveland, which is roughly 209 kms (130 miles) north-east of Columbus. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History are reasons to go. You can reach this city by flying into Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE).