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$75+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — ORD
oct. 17 — oct. 241
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from | $153 (Frontier) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $75 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $277 |
Good round-trip deal | $353 or less |
Good one-way deal | $200 or less |
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 17, 2025.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/36:40 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 59mFrontier
lun. 10/610:42 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/15![Frontier logo]()
$153
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/111:04 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
dom. 10/128:14 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$155
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/251:04 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
dom. 10/266:50 amORD - CMH
1 stop10h 23mFrontier
Deal found 9/15![Frontier logo]()
$157
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/247:04 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
dom. 10/266:50 amORD - CMH
1 stop10h 23mFrontier
Deal found 9/15![Frontier logo]()
$158
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/144:30 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop8h 41mFrontier
dom. 11/165:01 amORD - CMH
1 stop13h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$162
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/316:48 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 51mFrontier
lun. 11/35:05 amORD - CMH
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$163
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/237:04 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop15h 32mFrontier
dom. 10/266:50 amORD - CMH
1 stop10h 23mFrontier
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$170
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/107:12 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 47mFrontier
dom. 10/128:14 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/15![Frontier logo]()
$172
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/316:48 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 51mFrontier
vie. 11/76:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop12h 08mFrontier
Deal found 9/15![Frontier logo]()
$174
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.
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ColumbusChicago
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
mar. 10/14
7:38 pm-8:20 pm
Nonstop1h 42m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
sáb. 10/18
9:10 pm-11:44 pm
Nonstop1h 34m
$231
ColumbusChicago
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
sáb. 11/8
7:00 am-7:27 am
Nonstop1h 27m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
mar. 11/11
2:28 pm-5:02 pm
Nonstop1h 34m
$231
ColumbusChicago
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
jue. 10/9
2:17 pm-2:50 pm
Nonstop1h 33m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
sáb. 11/8
12:55 pm-3:22 pm
Nonstop1h 27m
$242
ColumbusChicago
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
vie. 10/24
2:17 pm-2:50 pm
Nonstop1h 33m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
mié. 10/29
7:10 am-9:30 am
Nonstop1h 20m
$252
ColumbusChicago
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
lun. 10/13
11:15 am-11:43 am
Nonstop1h 28m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
lun. 10/13
6:12 pm-8:45 pm
Nonstop1h 33m
$253
ColumbusChicago
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
jue. 12/18
7:00 am-7:42 am
Nonstop1h 42m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
jue. 12/18
9:10 pm-11:44 pm
Nonstop1h 34m
$253
ColumbusChicago
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
jue. 11/20
6:25 am-12:15 pm
1 stop6h 50m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
sáb. 11/22
5:15 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop5h 35m
$262
ColumbusChicago
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
lun. 10/13
1:38 pm-7:43 pm
1 stop7h 05m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
mar. 10/14
5:20 am-11:13 am
1 stop4h 53m
$262
ColumbusChicago
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
vie. 11/7
10:26 am-10:53 am
Nonstop1h 27m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
lun. 11/10
12:55 pm-3:22 pm
Nonstop1h 27m
$263
ColumbusChicago
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
vie. 12/12
7:00 am-7:27 am
Nonstop1h 27m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
lun. 12/15
7:10 am-9:30 am
Nonstop1h 20m
$263
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 86 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 CMH to ORD?
Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 septiembre 17, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 52% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Baltimore (BWI) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest layover option from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Baltimore (BWI) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 05m.
What’s the fastest layover option from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Baltimore (BWI) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 05m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Baltimore (BWI) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 20m.
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 septiembre 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.3
Boarding
7.7
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDeb,Jan 2025
MKE - ORD
Comfort
7.3
Boarding
7.7
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDeb,Jan 2025
MKE - ORD
Comfort
7.3
Boarding
7.7
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDeb,Jan 2025
MKE - ORD
Comfort
7.3
Boarding
7.7
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDeb,Jan 2025
MKE - ORD
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| Cheapest$90 | Average$294 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
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| Cheapest$187 | Average$343 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |