Columbus to Windsor flights
Windsor lies 260 km (162 mi) north of Columbus, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 5 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Columbus | Windsor | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Population | 913,175 | 229,660 |
| Elevation | 242 m (794 ft) | 190 m (623 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) |
| Nearest large airport | CMH, 10 km out | YQG, 6 km out |
| Postal codes | 43085–43291 | A2B–J1S |
What changes when you arrive in Windsor
Crossing from United States into Canada: money changes from the Dollar to the Dollar (CAD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Columbus
Columbus is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,114-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK, 17 km).
Arriving in Windsor
Windsor is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Windsor International Airport (YQG), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,000 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW, 29 km), Bishop International Airport (FNT, 95 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor International Airport | YQG | 6 km (4 mi) | 9,000 ft | 622 ft |
| Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | DTW | 29 km (18 mi) | 12,003 ft | 645 ft |
| Bishop International Airport (regional) | FNT | 95 km (59 mi) | 7,852 ft | 782 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Windsor from Columbus?
260 km (162 mi) in a straight line, north of Columbus.
How long does it take to get from Columbus to Windsor by air?
About 1 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Columbus and Windsor?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Columbus to Windsor flights?
Typically John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Windsor International Airport (YQG); Windsor also has DTW, FNT.
What currency do I need in Windsor?
The Dollar (CAD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.