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$71+ Cheap flights from Columbia (CAE) to Chicago (CHI)

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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — CHI
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbia Metropolitan to Chicago are usually found in January or September, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) to Chicago (CHI). 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 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$71
(Priceline)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$396

Good round-trip deal

$429 or less

Good one-way deal

$236 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Columbia to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/53:23 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/117:37 amORD - CAE
1 stop27h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/11$181
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sat 5/3110:45 amCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/85:29 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/285:05 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop6h 36mDelta
Sat 5/3111:05 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/11$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Sat 6/285:35 pmCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/308:52 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/10$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/315:55 pmCAE - MDW
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Sun 6/112:48 pmMDW - CAE
1 stop5h 26mDelta
Deal found 5/11$223

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to Chicago 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 May 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Chicago that are best for you.

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Columbia

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 6/5

3:23 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/11

7:37 am-12:23 pm

1 stop27h 46m

$181

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/31

10:45 am-5:29 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/8

5:29 am-10:45 am

1 stop4h 16m

$214

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/28

5:05 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

11:05 am-4:59 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$217

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 6/28

5:35 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/30

8:52 am-2:22 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$219

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - MDW

CAEMDW

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/31

5:55 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop4h 18m

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/5

10:25 am-2:58 pm

1 stop3h 33m

$223

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 6/10

3:23 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$71

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 7/2

6:11 am-11:48 am

1 stop6h 37m

$100

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - MDW

CAEMDW

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/19

11:00 am-3:37 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$126

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/18

7:11 pm-12:09 am

1 stop5h 58m

$212

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 6/14

5:35 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$237

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Deals found on 5/11

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbia to Chicago in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbia-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 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 Chicago

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbia to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbia to Chicago. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbia to Chicago, you should look to book at least 79 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 Columbia to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Columbia to Chicago 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 CAE to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbia to Chicago at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 73% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbia to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbia to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbia to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday evenings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Columbia to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbia to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

The most flights from CAE to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated May 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbia to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,724 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbia to Chicago. 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?

    Columbia Metropolitan (CAE), located 6.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Columbia to Chicago. 3 airlines have flights from Metropolitan to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbia Metropolitan to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbia to Chicago is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $181 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $214 and $217 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $71. American Airlines flights start at $100 while deals on Delta start at $126 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbia to Chicago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Columbia to Chicago are GoJet (86%), United Airlines (86%) and Lufthansa (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbia to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $885 for a flight from Columbia to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $201 while the most popular route, (Columbia Metropolitan - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $181.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia to Chicago 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?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Columbia to Chicago 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Columbia to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to Chicago. 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$207Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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