Gate-area staple in CMH Terminal T
This Hudson sits airside in Terminal T at John Glenn Columbus International, near several mainline gates, so it’s the quick grab before boarding. Hours usually track the first and last bank of flights, roughly 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., but expect shorter hours on late-night lulls.
You get the usual airport mix: grab-and-go snacks, bottled drinks, and candy racks plus magazines, paperbacks, and Columbus souvenirs with CMH and Ohio State logos. Prices run above street level, think $3–$4 for bottled water and $5–$7 for basic snacks, which is standard airport markup.
For last-minute basics, Hudson stocks phone chargers, cables, and headphones behind the counter, and simple toiletries like travel-size toothpaste, pain relievers, and eye drops on the shelves. If you forgot a charging brick at home, you’ll likely find one here that matches major brands, just be ready to pay around $20–$30.
They also carry newspapers and a rotating set of national magazines, which matters if you’re facing a 2–3 hour flight without Wi‑Fi or want something for taxi and landing. Kids’ activity books and small toys near the register can save a 90-minute hop to ORD or ATL.
Tip: If your gate is at the far end of Terminal T, stop at Hudson on the way out from security; backtracking 10–15 minutes against boarding lines is more hassle than paying airport prices once.