Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus (CMH) from $49

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHI — CMH
May 10 — May 171

The best prices from Chicago to Columbus are usually found in February or January, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus (CMH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 5, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$282

One-way from

$109
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Columbus
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Columbus Airport?

Users have found that flying from Chicago to Columbus Airport on a Sunday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport?

Users have found that booking a flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport at least 46 days early can save you up to 121% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 46 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport for as little as $350 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $350 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Columbus Airport?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Columbus Airport. Flights to Columbus Airport from Chicago in February are about $305 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $152.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Columbus Airport (CHI - CMH)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Columbus Airport at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Chicago to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Chicago and Columbus. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest United Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Chicago to Columbus. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Mon 7/19:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/52:15 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$97
Mon 7/17:30 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/106:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$157
Sat 5/259:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/266:12 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$167
Fri 6/289:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/910:59 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$176
Wed 5/299:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/47:15 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$189
Sat 6/19:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/89:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$213
Tue 5/289:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/27:15 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$258
Fri 9/207:30 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/2311:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$267
Fri 6/79:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/107:15 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$284

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Chicago and Columbus. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights traveling from Chicago to Columbus. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Mon 6/36:40 pmORD - CMH
2 stops16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/57:05 amCMH - ORD
1 stop10h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$130
Mon 6/35:41 pmORD - CMH
2 stops16h 59mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/119:44 amCMH - ORD
1 stop13h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$131
Mon 6/36:40 pmORD - CMH
2 stops16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/53:15 pmCMH - ORD
2 stops19h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$133
Wed 5/297:20 amORD - CMH
2 stops14h 38mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/49:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$134
Wed 5/297:20 amORD - CMH
2 stops14h 38mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/49:00 amCMH - ORD
2 stops15h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$138
Mon 6/35:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop8h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/119:44 amCMH - ORD
1 stop13h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$145
Tue 5/145:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop17h 27mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/159:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$148
Sun 6/26:40 pmORD - CMH
1 stop19h 01mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/49:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$158
Mon 6/36:40 pmORD - CMH
2 stops16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/117:58 pmCMH - ORD
2 stops25h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$161

Cheap Chicago to Columbus flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Columbus specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Prices were last updated on May 5, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Columbus in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 5/255:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop8h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/269:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$206
Mon 5/2010:57 pmORD - CMH
1 stop13h 08mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/215:48 pmCMH - ORD
2 stops17h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/3$207
Sat 5/255:00 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/276:53 amCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$209
Mon 5/2010:57 pmORD - CMH
1 stop13h 08mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/2211:10 amCMH - ORD
1 stop10h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$210
Mon 6/39:25 pmORD - CMH
2 stops16h 16mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/105:25 pmCMH - ORD
2 stops28h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$212
Sat 6/19:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/89:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$213
Fri 6/287:10 amORD - CMH
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Tue 7/95:59 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop3h 59mDelta
Deal found 5/4$215
Mon 6/310:58 amORD - CMH
1 stop11h 29mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/109:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop8h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$216
Sat 5/255:00 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/266:53 amCMH - ORD
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$217

Chicago to Columbus 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Columbus in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Columbus in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 7/19:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/52:15 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$97
Mon 6/36:40 pmORD - CMH
2 stops16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/57:05 amCMH - ORD
1 stop10h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$130
Mon 6/35:41 pmORD - CMH
2 stops16h 59mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/119:44 amCMH - ORD
1 stop13h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$131
Mon 6/36:40 pmORD - CMH
2 stops16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/53:15 pmCMH - ORD
2 stops19h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$133
Wed 5/297:20 amORD - CMH
2 stops14h 38mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/49:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$134
Wed 5/297:20 amORD - CMH
2 stops14h 38mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/49:00 amCMH - ORD
2 stops15h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$138
Mon 6/35:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop8h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/119:44 amCMH - ORD
1 stop13h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$145
Tue 5/145:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop17h 27mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/159:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$148
Mon 7/17:10 amORD - CMH
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Wed 7/1012:58 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Deal found 5/4$156

Non-stop flights to Columbus from Chicago

Discover non-stop flight options from Chicago to Columbus. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Chicago to Columbus. Search for alternative flights from Chicago to Columbus by utilizing the search form above.
Mon 7/19:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/52:15 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$97
Mon 7/17:30 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/106:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$157
Sat 5/259:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/266:12 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$167
Fri 6/289:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/910:59 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$176
Wed 5/299:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/47:15 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$189
Sat 5/255:00 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/277:01 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/5$196
Sat 6/19:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/89:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$213
Sat 5/2510:50 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/267:15 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$228
Fri 8/301:03 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/14:09 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$230

Chicago to Columbus flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Chicago to Columbus for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Chicago to Columbus. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Tue 5/145:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop17h 27mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/159:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$148
Tue 5/145:41 pmORD - CMH
1 stop20h 00mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/219:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$191
Tue 5/148:45 amORD - CMH
2 stops8h 48mDelta
Tue 5/212:00 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Deal found 5/4$413
Tue 5/149:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/217:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$419
Tue 5/143:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/2111:35 amCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$427
Tue 5/149:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/157:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$437
Tue 5/143:20 pmORD - CMH
1 stop3h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/157:01 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$445
Tue 5/149:32 amMDW - CMH
1 stop2h 48mDelta
Wed 5/151:40 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Deal found 5/4$456
Tue 5/147:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop4h 46mDelta
Wed 5/1510:46 amCMH - ORD
2 stops8h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/4$461

One-way flights to Columbus from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Chicago to Columbus. Users can also find round-trip Chicago to Columbus flights by using the search form above.
Wed 6/59:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$49
Sat 8/1712:44 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$59
Sat 5/185:56 pmORD - CMH
1 stop25h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/4$60
Mon 6/35:41 pmORD - CMH
2 stops16h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$63
Wed 6/54:32 pmORD - CMH
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$64
Wed 6/511:01 amORD - CMH
3 stops20h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$66
Mon 6/39:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$75
Mon 6/310:58 amORD - CMH
1 stop11h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$77
Sat 6/15:44 pmORD - CMH
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/4$78

Find flights from Chicago to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Columbus that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$97 - $288

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/1

Nonstop1h 24m

Columbus

Fri 7/5

Nonstop1h 32m

$97

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/3

2 stops16h 00m

Columbus

Wed 6/5

1 stop10h 23m

$130

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/3

2 stops16h 59m

Columbus

Tue 6/11

1 stop13h 08m

$131

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/3

2 stops16h 00m

Columbus

Wed 6/5

2 stops19h 46m

$133

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/1

1 stop5h 18m

Columbus

Wed 7/10

1 stop6h 51m

$156

Chicago MidwayColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Mon 7/1

1 stop2h 59m

Columbus

Wed 7/10

1 stop4h 14m

$156

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/29

Nonstop1h 17m

Columbus

Tue 6/4

1 stop5h 05m

$175

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/25

1 stop14h 56m

Columbus

Sun 5/26

1 stop5h 43m

$185

Chicago MidwayColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sun 6/23

1 stop14h 53m

Columbus

Thu 6/27

1 stop19h 02m

$288

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/4

When is the best time to book a flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Columbus. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Columbus. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
Morning
Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Columbus by month

Plan your trip from Chicago to Columbus by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chicago to Columbus is currently $66 while a round-trip flight costs $161. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport (average of $282). Flying from Chicago to Columbus Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$291

February

$298

March

$347

April

$332

May

$344

June

$373

July

$344

August

$298

September

$295

October

$282

November

$294

December

$300

Temperature and rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMH

Temperature

30.2 - 75.2 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Columbus. Reviews last updated May 5, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Delta from Chicago to Columbus to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,092 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,092 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,092 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,092 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

7.4
Good
11,118 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,092 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

7.3
Good
14,713 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,092 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

7.3
Good
647 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,092 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $97, but on average you can expect to pay $153.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport is less than $225.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Columbus Airport for under $200?

    There are currently 15+ open flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Chicago to Columbus Airport?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Friday.

  • How many flights depart from Chicago to Columbus Airport on average per day?

    Travelers can expect 4 flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport on average per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport?

    For as low as $97, United Airlines can have you in Columbus Airport from Chicago in 1h 24m. There are 297 mi between Chicago and Columbus Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $97, United Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Columbus Airport and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $130 and $156, respectively. Users have found that United Airlines is 68% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Columbus Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $49. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Columbus Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Columbus Airport?

    Consider Sun Country Air (100%), Cathay Pacific (100%) or GoJet (98%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Columbus Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Columbus Airport is $68. On average you can expect to pay $303. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbus), can usually be booked for $135.

  • What does ORD to CMH mean?

    This is defined as Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Columbus Airport (CMH). Codes like Columbus Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Columbus that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Columbus flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Columbus with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Columbus flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Columbus that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Columbus offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Columbus?

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    The Chicago to Columbus Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/4.

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