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$94+ Cheap flights from Columbia (CAE) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — ORD
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbia Metropolitan to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in October or June, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbia to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 January 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$169
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$94
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$368

Good round-trip deal

$333 or less

Good one-way deal

$361 or less
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Cheapest flights from Columbia to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/207:05 pm
CAE
-
ORD
1 stop17h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/237:00 am
ORD
-
CAE
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/277:04 pm
CAE
-
ORD
1 stop17h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/27:00 am
ORD
-
CAE
1 stop10h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/277:04 pm
CAE
-
ORD
1 stop17h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/14:43 pm
ORD
-
CAE
1 stop24h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/293:08 pm
CAE
-
ORD
1 stop8h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/315:32 pm
ORD
-
CAE
1 stop19h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$206
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/126:15 am
CAE
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 29m
United Airlines
Wed 3/187:00 am
ORD
-
CAE
Nonstop2h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/12$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/117:30 pm
CAE
-
ORD
1 stop5h 09m
United Airlines
Sat 2/1411:05 am
ORD
-
CAE
Nonstop2h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/13$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/293:08 pm
CAE
-
ORD
1 stop9h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/15:15 am
ORD
-
CAE
1 stop8h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$222
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/56:15 am
CAE
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 29m
United Airlines
Tue 3/107:00 am
ORD
-
CAE
Nonstop2h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/15$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/56:18 am
CAE
-
ORD
1 stop6h 17m
American Airlines
Sun 2/154:04 pm
ORD
-
CAE
1 stop6h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$229

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to O'Hare Intl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Columbia

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O'Hare Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 2/11

10:15 am-1:40 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

3:21 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$229

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 2/28

1:30 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

12:05 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$229

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 3/20

5:10 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

7:10 am-4:26 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$249

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 3/5

5:35 am-10:14 am

1 stop5h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

2:40 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$249

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 3/18

8:21 am-1:38 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/24

2:40 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$249

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/15

5:34 am-8:30 am

1 stop3h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

7:10 am-4:26 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$249

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 3/17

2:07 pm-6:53 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

7:10 am-4:26 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$249

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 3/18

7:05 am-1:33 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

9:35 am-4:26 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$249

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 2/5

3:09 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

7:05 am-2:24 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$249

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 2/28

3:32 pm-5:01 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

6:20 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$267

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbia to O'Hare Intl in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbia-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Columbia-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Columbia to O'Hare Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to O'Hare Intl from Columbia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbia to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $57). Flying from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CAE to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 15, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated January 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,051 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,051 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,051 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,051 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,136 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,051 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbia to O'Hare Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Located just 6.5 mi from the city center, Columbia Metropolitan is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Columbia. Booking flights from Metropolitan (CAE) to Chicago O'Hare Intl should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    For as low as $229, Delta can have you in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Columbia in 4h 25m. There are 666 mi between Columbia and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $228, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport consider choosing Lufthansa (71%), Air New Zealand (71%) or Emirates (61%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $211. While the most popular route (Columbia Metropolitan - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $209 on average, our data indicates $480 when flying from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbia to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbia to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbia to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbia to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbia to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia to O'Hare Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $57). Flying from Columbia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Columbia to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to O'Hare Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$244Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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