Less than 1km (0.6 miles) from the airport, the Baymont Inn & Suites Columbus Airport offers free internet, an airport shuttle service, a 24-hour business centre and an outdoor pool.
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Port Columbus International Airport Guide (CMH)
Here you'll find essential information on Port Columbus International Airport, including contact details, airport transfer facts, details of airport facilities, and how to get there.
Port Columbus International Airport is currently constructing a new south runway, which will eventually allow the addition of a second passenger terminal. New baggage screening systems are also under development.
The airport information desk is located on the baggage reclaim level and provides airport and tourist information, including maps and guides. Airport Ambassadors are on hand in the terminal building to provide airport tours and information; they are easily recognisable by their blue jackets.
From Cleveland, take Interstate 71 south to Interstate 670 East, follow Interstate 670 to exit 9. From Wheeling, take Interstate 70 west to Interstate 270 north, follow Interstate 270 to exit 35. From Indianapolis, take Interstate 70 east to Interstate 670 east and take Interstate 670 to exit 9. From Cincinnati, take Interstate 71 north to Interstate 270 east, follow Interstate 270 to exit 35.
Public Transport
Bus: The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) operates buses from outside the Departures level. For further information, contact COTA Connection (tel: (614) 228 1776; www.cota.com). The journey time is around 45 minutes and the single fare is US$1.75.
Shuttle: Shuttle buses to downtown Port Columbus run every 20 minutes, with providers including Arch Transportation (tel: (614) 252 2277; archexpress.com), and Dublin Express Shuttle (tel: (614) 252 5555).
Taxi: Metered taxis are available 24 hours a day from outside the departures level; trips outside Franklin County are not metered and should be agreed upon in advance. The average cost to downtown Columbus is around US$25. For taxi information (not reservations) call: (614) 239 8294.
Terminal facilities
There are ATMs located on the ticketing level. A bureau de change can be found in the Airport Business Centre at the entrance to concourse C.
A postal centre is available on the ticketing level, in the vicinity of concourse B, and a post office is situated near the multi-storey car park. Free Wi-Fi access is also available at Port Columbus International Airport.
There is a selection of fast-food outlets at the food court in the heart of Gateway Plaza, as well as a golf-themed full service restaurant and bar on concourse C. Port Columbus International Airport also has a number of other restaurants, cafés and bars. There is also a restaurant and fast-food outlet in the airport grounds.
Newsagents and gift shops are located on each of the concourses. There are also shops selling golfing goods, books, gifts, clothing and toiletries on the ticketing level.
A lost property service is available on the mezzanine level, above the food court in Gateway Plaza. A porter service for departing flights is available from Skycaps at the north and south entrance areas, and also on the baggage reclaim level.
Other facilities at Port Columbus International Airport include a first aid station, pet rest area, shoeshine, massage bar, games arcade and a meditation room.
Airport facilities
The Airport Business Centre (tel: (614) 237 9224) is located at the entrance to concourse C. Facilities include a bureau de change, fax, photocopier, conference rooms, computer suites and overnight delivery services. Business and conference facilities are also available at the on-site hotels. The Concourse Hotel (tel: 1 800 541 4574; www.theconcoursehotel.com) has 18 meeting rooms, the Comfort Suites (tel: (614) 237-5847; www.comfortsuites.com) has business services and multiple meeting rooms, and the Hilton Garden Inn Columbus Airport (tel: (614) 231 2869; www.stayhgi.com) has a 24-hour business centre.
Port Columbus International Airport is easily accessible to disabled passengers. Ramps, lifts with Braille and well-signposted TDD telephones are located throughout the terminal. There is a wheelchair service available on request; passengers requiring wheelchairs and special assistance should contact their airline prior to travel. The airport also has family/disabled restrooms. Reserved parking is available in the multi-storey parking garage and car park shuttles are wheelchair-accessible.
There is long- and short-term parking attached to Port Columbus International Airport via an atrium and underground walkway, which connects to both Arrivals and Departures. Long-term parking is available on levels 3-6; short-term parking is on levels 4 and 5. Passenger pick-up and drop-off is available next to levels 1-3, while valet parking can be found on the ticketing level of the terminal. There are further long-term spaces at the remote blue, red and brown car parks, which are connected to the airport by frequent 24-hour shuttle buses. There is a free 50-space 'cellphone lot' for drivers meeting incoming passengers.
Car hire companies at Port Columbus International Airport include: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty. Car hire desks and pick-up is on the ground floor (level 1) of the multi-storey car park, which is connected to the terminal.
Airport hotels
Comfort Suites Airport offers a 24-hour free shuttle service, a business centre, meeting rooms and a heated outdoor pool.
The 147-room Concourse Airport Hotel is located on the airport grounds, and has both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, 18 meeting rooms, and a fully equipped fitness centre. Its Gateway Bar and Grille restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Just 1.6 km (1 mile) from Port Columbus International Airport, the Hampton Inn Columbus Airport is aimed at both family and corporate business, and offers complimentary breakfast, soft drinks and shuttle services to and from the airport. The hotel has an on-site business centre with meeting rooms.
Located within the grounds of Port Columbus International Airport, this property has meeting rooms for groups of up to 80, a grill-style restaurant and a shop selling packaged food for in-room preparation.
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