Cheap flights from Columbia (COU) to Chicago (CHI) from $219

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 10/1. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
COU — CHI
Oct 7 — Oct 141

The best prices from Columbia Regional to Chicago are usually found in April or March, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

How to find the cheapest flight from Columbia (COU) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best COU to CHI flight in 2023: compare Columbia to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$437

Round-trip from

$207
High demand for flights, 41% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 39% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in October 2023
From Columbia Regional to Chicago (CHI)

COU - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago?

Flights from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago are found to be more expensive on Friday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Chicago.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago?

Find a great deal and save up to 37% by booking at least 45 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $451.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago?

Flights from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago lean towards being more expensive in May. Prices are generally better when you fly from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at $197.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago (COU - CHI)?

When flying from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from Columbia to Chicago

Check out some of the cheapest Alaska Airlines flights we've come across from Columbia to Chicago. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Columbia to Chicago

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Cheap Columbia to Chicago flights in October & November 2023

The best prices found for COU to CHI flights for October, November
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Columbia to Chicago 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Chicago from Columbia found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Chicago from Columbia

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Columbia to Chicago flights leaving soon

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One-way flights to Chicago from Columbia

The cheapest one-way flights from Columbia to Chicago
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$327 - $398

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Columbia RegionalChicago O'Hare Intl

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Tue 10/24

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/28

Nonstop1h 30m

Columbia RegionalChicago O'Hare Intl

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Tue 10/24

1 stop5h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/28

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbia RegionalChicago O'Hare Intl

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Sat 12/2

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/4

Nonstop1h 26m

Columbia RegionalChicago O'Hare Intl

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Tue 10/24

1 stop6h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/28

1 stop5h 29m

Columbia RegionalChicago O'Hare Intl

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Sat 12/2

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/4

1 stop7h 02m

Columbia RegionalChicago O'Hare Intl

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Thu 11/2

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/6

Nonstop1h 33m

Columbia RegionalChicago O'Hare Intl

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Tue 10/24

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/27

Nonstop1h 28m

Columbia RegionalChicago O'Hare Intl

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Sat 10/14

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/17

Nonstop1h 28m

Columbia RegionalChicago O'Hare Intl

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Sat 10/14

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/17

1 stop6h 41m

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Deals found on 10/1

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines and American Airlines from Columbia to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had to cancel my flight. Hopefully since I bought flight insurance, I will be getting a refund! flights were on time and smooth other than that.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had to cancel my flight. Hopefully since I bought flight insurance, I will be getting a refund! flights were on time and smooth other than that.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had to cancel my flight. Hopefully since I bought flight insurance, I will be getting a refund! flights were on time and smooth other than that.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Columbia to Chicago flights.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Columbia to Chicago?

Most people fly from Columbia Regional (COU) if they book a flight from Columbia to Chicago. On average, Columbia Regional has 3 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 1 airline. Columbia Regional is conveniently located just 11.1 mi from Columbia’s city center.

Can I find flights from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $327, but on average you can expect to pay $355.

Are there nonstop flights from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 18 direct flights from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago is less than $400.

Are there last-minute flights available from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago for under $500?

There are currently 12+ open flights from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $500.

What days are nonstop flights available from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago?

Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Tuesday.

How many flights depart from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago on average per day?

2 flight departures from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago per day on average.
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago?

For as low as $327, American Airlines can have you in Chicago from Columbia, Missouri in 1h 27m. Columbia, Missouri and Chicago are separated by a distance of 316 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

According to our current data, American Airlines ($327), and Alaska Airlines ($394) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago. American Airlines is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the most reliable airlines from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago on time: Air Wisconsin (86%), American Airlines (83%), Envoy Air (81%).

What are the cheapest flights from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago?

The cheapest flight price from Columbia, Missouri to Chicago is $139. On average you can expect to pay $483. The most popular route, (Columbia Regional - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $327.

What does COU to ORD mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Columbia Regional Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a COU to ORD flight. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

Alternative routes for Columbia to Chicago

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top airline flying from Columbia to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Columbia to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Columbia to Chicago

See what time of day planes typically take off from Columbia to Chicago
42%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
0%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
58%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Columbia to Chicago

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Columbia to Chicago
Sunday3daily flights
Monday3daily flights
Tuesday3daily flights
Wednesday3daily flights
Thursday3daily flights
Friday3daily flights
Saturday3daily flights

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