$357 Cheap flight deals from Peoria (PIA) to Columbus (CMH)

Peoria Airport Information

Peoria International Airport, also known as the General Wayne A. Downing Airport, is the primary airport serving Illinois' greater Peoria area. Use Orbitz.com to book your cheap flights from Peoria, and you will be able to choose from any of the major airlines that service the airport, including Allegiant, American Eagle, Delta and United. The airport is situated roughly seven miles southwest of the downtown area and is easily accessible via Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and the West Harmon Highway.

Parking at the Peoria Airport

Unlike most major airports, parking at the Peoria airport is free of charge. While you might be tempted to pull into the main parking lot, you should also check out the new satellite lot, where many of the parking spaces are closer to the new terminal building.

Ground Transportation to the Airport

There are several cab companies that offer airport transportation, including Elite Cab Service, Peoria Cab Company, Pearlene Bell Cab and Yellow Checker Cab. The most economical way to get to the airport is via the Peoria CityLink bus, which you can pick up at many locations in downtown Peoria. Use Orbitz.com to book cheap tickets for your flight, and you might save enough money to hire a private car service to take you to the airport in style.

Restaurants in the Peoria Airport

If you are looking for a quick beverage or full meal, you can find what you need at one of the two Hangar Too locations inside of the terminal building. The restaurants are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, offering sandwiches, grilled foods and other options, as well as a full-service bar. If you just want a grab-and-go snack or cold beverage, you can use the vending machines found next to the land-side restaurant and adjacent to the Premier Lounge. Enjoy your travels, wherever they may take you, and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you need to book cheap flights from Peoria.

Port Columbus International Airport

If you're looking for domestic flights to Columbus, Orbitz.com can help you find the best deal. Port Columbus International Airport is located at 4600 International Gateway, approximately 9 miles from downtown Columbus. Seven airlines service the airport-United Airlines, Southwest, US Airways, American Airlines, Delta, Air Canada and AirTran Airways.

Transportation From the Airport

The Central Ohio Transit Authority operates bus services that run from the airport to downtown Columbus. Bus fare costs $2. Taxicabs are also available at the airport. Cab fare costs $2.75 for the first 1/9 of a mile and $.45 for each 2/9 of a mile after that. There is also a $3 surcharge for all taxicabs transporting passengers from the airport. Cab fare to the downtown area typically costs between $23 and $28. If you want access to your own vehicle, Orbitz.com can reserve a rental car for you.

Weather in Columbus

During the winter months, the temperatures in Columbus are typically in the high 20s or low 30s. The weather warms up in the summer, and temperatures are usually in the mid-80s. If you use Orbitz.com to book your trip in April or October, you'll have nice weather and save money, because it's not considered a peak travel time.

Highlights and Attractions

Each year, in July, Columbus hosts the Ohio State Fair. Other area attractions include the Central Ohio Fire Museum, the Columbus Museum of Art and the Wyandotte Winery. The Orbitz.com website does more than find flights to Columbus; it also finds discounts on hotels and allows you to purchase tickets to area attractions.