Is a 1½ hr layover in Columbus long enough?

CMH · Port Columbus International · Columbus, United States
Probably Enough

Yes, 1½ hours is probably enough for a layover at CMH (Columbus).

Well above all MCT thresholds, ideal even during peak morning or evening banks.
Concourses
2
Max Transit
10m
Avg. Security
12m
Primary Hub
Domestic → Domestic
30min
Domestic → International
45min
International → Domestic
60min
International → International
60min
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Because CMH has just one terminal, gate-to-gate walks rarely take more than 8-10 minutes even at opposite ends.
If your itinerary includes an international arrival, budget extra time for CBP processing since the airport handles far fewer international flights than major hubs.
Southwest passengers connecting between flights should note that CMH is not a Southwest hub, so schedules may have longer gaps than at true connection points.
The single security checkpoint moves quickly outside of early morning and early evening peaks, so precheck travelers rarely wait more than a few minutes.
Food and shopping options are limited compared to major hubs, so grab something quickly if you have a longer layover.
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Low risk
Moderate
High risk
Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
All gates sit within one compact terminal building connected by post-security walkways, so no train or shuttle is needed between concourses. Passengers arriving internationally must clear CBP and recheck bags/security before continuing to a connecting flight, which adds the only real transit friction at CMH.
Is 1½ hours enough for a layover at Port Columbus International (CMH)?

Well above all MCT thresholds, ideal even during peak morning or evening banks.

What is the minimum connection time at CMH?

Minimum connection times at Port Columbus International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 30 minutes, International-to-International is 60 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 1½ hours connection at CMH on an international flight?

1½ hours clears the 60-minute international minimum connection time at Port Columbus International, but you should still head directly to your gate. All gates sit within one compact terminal building connected by post-security walkways, so no train or shuttle is needed between concourses. Passengers arriving internationally must clear CBP and recheck bags/security before continuing to a connecting flight, which adds the only real transit friction at CMH.

How much time do I need for a layover at CMH?

We recommend at least 35 minutes for a comfortable connection at Port Columbus International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 12 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 10 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at CMH?

If you miss a connection at CMH, head to your airline's service desk near the gate or ticket counter in the main terminal; because CMH has few daily flights per route, rebooking options may be limited to the next available departure, sometimes the following day.

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