Why go
- City in Ohio, United States.
- Served by Harry Clever Field (PHD).
History
Canton is a city in Stark County, Ohio, United States, and its county seat. The population was 70,872 at the 2020 census and estimated at 69,001 in 2025, making it the eighth-most populous city in Ohio. The Canton–Massillon metropolitan area had an estimated 400,551 residents in 2024. Canton is located approximately 60 miles (97 km) south of Cleveland and 20 miles (32 km) south of Akron in Northeast Ohio, on the edge of Ohio's Amish Country.
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 8 airlines, 11 direct destinations
- Southwest Airlines WN (717, 737-700, 73C) · 6 routes: Atlanta, Boston*, Denver, New York, Orlando*, Tampa*
- AirTran Airways FL (717) · 5 routes: Atlanta, Boston, New York, Orlando, Tampa
- American Airlines AA (CRJ, CRJ-700) · 3 routes: Charlotte, Philadelphia, Washington*
- US Airways US (CRJ, CRJ-700) · 3 routes: Charlotte, Philadelphia, Washington*
- Delta Air Lines DL (MD-88, CRJ) · 2 routes: Atlanta, Detroit*
- Air France AF (MD-88, CRJ-900) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines KL (MD-88, CRJ-900) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- United Airlines UA (ERJ) · 1 route: Chicago*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Harry Clever Field (PHD); 27 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: CAK has direct flights to 11 destinations on 8 airlines (incl. Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, New York, Orlando…).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Canton, Ohio. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.