Cheap flights To Columbus (GTR) from $199

To experience authentic Southern charm and the vibe of traditional Main Street America, fly to Columbus, Mississippi. As part of the Golden Triangle, Columbus sits between the cities of West Point and Starkville. Because of its rich heritage, Columbus is a great place to see historic architecture and antiques, but the city also features modern attractions such as fine dining and a thriving nightlife.

Attractions

Begin your trip at the Tennessee Williams Home and Welcome Center, the official welcome center of the city as well as the childhood residence of the playwright Tennessee Williams. Tour estates that date back to the 19th century or visit the Columbus War Museum to learn about the city's integral role in the Civil War. Columbus is also home to America's first public college for women, the Mississippi University for Women, which consists of 23 buildings that have been preserved and placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors can walk blocks of stores and restaurants while encountering an old-fashioned, friendly atmosphere in the Historic Downtown District on Main Street.

Hints and tips

The Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) offers direct flights to and from Atlanta when you fly to Columbus, Mississippi. The city is accessible via U.S. Highways 82 and 45, and it is just 45 miles from the Natchez Trace Parkway. Temperatures range from low 90s in the summer to low 30s in the winter.