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$79+ 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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — CHI
Aug 21 — Aug 281
Thu 8/21
Thu 8/28
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 87 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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 August 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$182
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$79
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$408

Good round-trip deal

$516 or less

Good one-way deal

$281 or less
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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 August 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1311:31 amCAE - ORD
1 stop12h 17mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/186:30 amORD - CAE
1 stop10h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/15$182
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/22:59 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop8h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/56:00 amORD - CAE
1 stop8h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$183
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2011:31 amCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/216:30 amORD - CAE
1 stop10h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$197
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Thu 10/2312:53 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop19h 41mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/297:29 pmORD - CAE
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Sat 9/2011:04 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/237:10 amORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/15$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2312:53 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop19h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/257:43 pmORD - CAE
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$211
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2411:04 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/17:10 amORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1711:04 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/208:50 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$219
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1211:31 amCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/146:30 amORD - CAE
1 stop10h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/147:11 pmCAE - MDW
1 stop13h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2110:13 amMDW - CAE
1 stop7h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/77:11 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop25h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/105:17 pmORD - CAE
1 stop23h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$223
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Sat 9/275:13 pmCAE - MDW
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Mon 9/296:30 pmMDW - CAE
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Deal found 8/15$229

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbia

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/13

11:31 am-10:48 pm

1 stop12h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/18

12:05 pm-6:16 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$182

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 10/2

2:59 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

6:00 am-3:43 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$182

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/20

11:31 am-5:39 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/21

6:30 am-6:16 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$197

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 10/23

12:53 pm-7:34 am

1 stop19h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/29

7:29 pm-2:09 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$203

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/20

11:04 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/23

7:10 am-10:23 am

Nonstop2h 13m

$209

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 10/24

11:40 am-10:47 am

1 stop24h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/29

7:29 pm-2:09 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$211

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 10/23

12:53 pm-7:34 am

1 stop19h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

7:43 pm-11:58 am

1 stop15h 15m

$211

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 9/24

11:04 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/1

7:10 am-10:23 am

Nonstop2h 13m

$217

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 9/17

11:04 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/20

8:50 am-2:15 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$219

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - MDW

CAEMDW

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/14

7:11 pm-7:23 am

1 stop13h 12m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/21

10:13 am-6:16 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$223

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Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Chicago

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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 August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbia to Chicago, you should look to book at least 51 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 August 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbia to Chicago 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.

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 August 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbia to Chicago. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
7,985 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
7,985 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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 5 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 American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $202 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $228 and $245 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Columbia to Chicago are United Airlines (78%), GoJet (67%) and Air New Zealand (67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbia to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,047 for a flight from Columbia to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $178 while the most popular route, (Columbia Metropolitan - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $182.

  • 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 August 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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