Flying in
Airports near Nationwide Arena
The closest airport to Nationwide Arena is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), 6.4 miles away in a straight line.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from Nationwide Arena. The drive is always longer, and the roads near a venue are busiest at event times.
| Airport | Type | From the venue | Metro search | First airport for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMH John Glenn Columbus International Airport | Large airport | 6.4 mi (10.3 km) | None | Most Columbus events |
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Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Nov 10: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Florida Panthers
- Nov 12: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
- Nov 14: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Philadelphia Flyers
- Nov 25: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. New Jersey Devils
- Nov 27: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Detroit Red Wings
- Nov 29: American/A10 Showcase: Memphis vs. Dayton & USF…
- Dec 5: Trans-Siberian Orchestra
When events at Nationwide Arena happen
- 17 of 56 upcoming events (as of Nov 8, 2026) are on Saturdays; 33 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 33 of 54 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Home teams
- Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL) play here; see every NHL arena’s nearest airport.
- Of the 30 NHL arenas we list, Nationwide Arena is the 15th closest to its first airport (6.4 mi; league median 6.5 mi).
Teams visiting Nationwide Arena
Teams that play here on upcoming dates we sell tickets for, and whose own home is another venue.
- Florida Panthers, next here Tue, Nov 10
- Tampa Bay Lightning, next here Thu, Nov 12
- Philadelphia Flyers, next here Sat, Nov 14
- New Jersey Devils, next here Wed, Nov 25
- Detroit Red Wings, next here Fri, Nov 27
- Memphis Tigers, next here Sun, Nov 29
- South Florida Bulls, next here Sun, Nov 29
- Dayton Flyers, next here Sun, Nov 29
Where to stay
Frequently asked questions
What time do events at Nationwide Arena usually start?
33 of the 54 upcoming events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Can I book flights and Nationwide Arena tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
How does Nationwide Arena compare with other NHL arenas?
Of the 30 NHL arenas we list, Nationwide Arena is the 15th closest to its first airport (6.4 miles; the league median is 6.5 miles).
What is the closest airport to Nationwide Arena?
The closest airport to Nationwide Arena is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), 6.4 miles away in a straight line.
Which airport should I fly into for a Columbus Blue Jackets game?
CMH is the nearest airport we list, 6.4 miles away. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
