Cheap flights from Columbus to Chicago (CHI) from $71

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 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — CHI
Apr 2 — Apr 91

The best prices from Columbus to Chicago are usually found in February or December, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 March 28, 2024.

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$223

One-way from

$93
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop
From Columbus to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Columbus to Chicago (CHI)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus to Chicago?

Users have found that flying from Columbus to Chicago on a Sunday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus to Chicago?

Find a great deal and save up to 155% by booking at least 55 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 Columbus to Chicago within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $370.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Chicago?

Flights from Columbus to Chicago lean towards being more expensive in April. Prices are generally better when you fly from Columbus to Chicago in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at $172.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Chicago (CMH - CHI)?

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Columbus and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2024.
Consider these cheap American Airlines flights we've found departing from Columbus to Chicago. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Sat 5/46:49 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/58:00 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$138
Sat 4/2011:23 amCMH - ORD
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/274:52 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$146
Sat 4/207:01 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/236:25 pmORD - CMH
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$147
Tue 5/73:36 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/83:20 pmORD - CMH
1 stop3h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$153
Sat 4/208:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/279:55 amORD - CMH
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$154
Sat 4/206:30 amCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/246:35 amORD - CMH
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$155
Sat 5/117:01 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/138:19 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$201
Sun 5/127:01 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/143:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$202
Fri 9/137:17 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/158:00 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$256

Cheap United Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Columbus and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced United Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Columbus to Chicago. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Tue 5/216:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/239:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$215
Thu 4/186:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/207:30 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$225
Sat 4/276:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/287:30 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$226
Tue 5/287:15 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/319:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$228
Mon 4/226:08 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/49:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$255
Thu 4/187:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/199:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$277
Tue 7/307:15 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/87:30 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$285
Mon 7/295:53 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/87:30 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$305
Sat 5/46:08 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/69:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$315

Cheap Columbus to Chicago flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Chicago specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Prices were last updated on March 28, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Columbus to Chicago in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 4/165:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop20h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/235:51 pmORD - CMH
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$137
Sat 4/207:01 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/274:52 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$138
Sat 4/205:15 amCMH - ORD
2 stops16h 50mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/235:36 pmORD - CMH
1 stop13h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$145
Sat 4/2011:23 amCMH - ORD
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/274:52 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$146
Sat 4/207:01 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/236:25 pmORD - CMH
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$147
Sat 4/205:15 amCMH - ORD
2 stops16h 50mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/2410:38 amORD - CMH
1 stop12h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$152
Tue 4/95:15 amCMH - MDW
1 stop10h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/45:45 amMDW - CMH
2 stops15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$154
Sat 4/208:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/279:55 amORD - CMH
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$154
Sat 4/206:30 amCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/246:35 amORD - CMH
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$155

Columbus to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Columbus to Chicago in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 4/165:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop20h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/235:51 pmORD - CMH
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$137
Sat 5/46:49 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/58:00 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$138
Sat 4/205:15 amCMH - ORD
2 stops16h 50mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/235:36 pmORD - CMH
1 stop13h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$145
Sat 4/2011:23 amCMH - ORD
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/274:52 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$146
Sat 4/207:01 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/236:25 pmORD - CMH
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$147
Sat 4/205:15 amCMH - ORD
2 stops16h 50mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/2410:38 amORD - CMH
1 stop12h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$152
Tue 5/73:36 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/83:20 pmORD - CMH
1 stop3h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$153
Tue 4/95:15 amCMH - MDW
1 stop10h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/45:45 amMDW - CMH
2 stops15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$154
Sat 4/208:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/279:55 amORD - CMH
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$154

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Columbus

Discover non-stop flight options from Columbus to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from Columbus to Chicago. Users can also choose from other Columbus to Chicago flights by using the search form above.
Sat 5/46:49 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/58:00 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$138
Sat 4/206:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/236:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$185
Sat 5/117:01 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/138:19 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$201
Sun 5/127:01 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/143:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$202
Tue 5/216:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/239:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$215
Thu 4/186:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/207:30 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$225
Sat 4/276:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/287:30 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$226
Tue 5/287:15 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/319:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$228
Sat 4/276:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/26:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$233

Columbus to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Columbus to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Columbus to Chicago. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Tue 4/95:15 amCMH - MDW
1 stop10h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/45:45 amMDW - CMH
2 stops15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$154
Tue 4/95:15 amCMH - MDW
1 stop10h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/48:17 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop10h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$159
Tue 4/95:15 amCMH - ORD
2 stops16h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/45:30 pmORD - CMH
1 stop13h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$162
Tue 4/94:48 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop7h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/48:25 amORD - CMH
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$172
Mon 4/810:10 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/108:25 amORD - CMH
1 stop22h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$178
Sun 4/77:14 pmCMH - ORD
2 stops37h 23mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/179:25 pmORD - CMH
1 stop16h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$181
Tue 4/97:02 amCMH - ORD
3 stops15h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/45:30 pmORD - CMH
1 stop13h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$185
Mon 4/810:10 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop11h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/109:25 pmORD - CMH
1 stop16h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$196
Wed 4/107:05 amCMH - ORD
1 stop10h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/179:25 pmORD - CMH
1 stop16h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$197

One-way flights to Chicago from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Columbus to Chicago. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Columbus to Chicago instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 4/175:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop19h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$71
Wed 5/159:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$73
Tue 4/169:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$76
Sat 4/277:00 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$77
Sat 4/271:00 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 3/27$78
Fri 4/267:02 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$78
Fri 4/266:12 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 3/27$79
Thu 4/258:10 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Deal found 3/27$79
Sat 4/271:00 pmCMH - MDW
2 stops9h 32mDelta
Deal found 3/27$83

Find flights from Columbus to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$137 - $255

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 4/16

1 stop20h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/23

1 stop13h 10m

$137

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 5/4

Nonstop1h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/5

Nonstop1h 24m

$138

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 4/20

2 stops16h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/23

1 stop13h 25m

$145

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 4/20

1 stop7h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/27

Nonstop1h 19m

$146

ColumbusChicago Midway

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Tue 5/7

1 stop4h 54m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/8

1 stop2h 48m

$156

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 5/21

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/23

Nonstop1h 24m

$215

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 5/9

1 stop17h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/12

1 stop9h 15m

$245

ColumbusChicago Midway

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Mon 4/15

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/18

Nonstop1h 05m

$254

ColumbusChicago Midway

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Tue 5/21

1 stop14h 34m

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/23

1 stop15h 07m

$255

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/28

When is the best time to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Columbus to Chicago is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Columbus to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Columbus to Chicago is currently $77 while a round-trip flight costs $188. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Columbus to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $361). 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.

January

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$286

May

$291

June

$361

July

$336

August

$277

September

$258

October

$248

November

$270

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

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

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °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 March 28, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from Columbus to Chicago have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,332 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,332 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,332 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

8.1
Very good
11,402 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,332 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.4
Good
11,481 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,332 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.3
Good
15,181 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,332 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.3
Good
696 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,332 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Columbus to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $137, but on average you can expect to pay $153.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Columbus to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Columbus to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Columbus to Chicago is less than $233.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus to Chicago for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Columbus to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Columbus to Chicago?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Columbus to Chicago on average per day?

    On average 61 flights depart from Columbus to Chicago per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 64% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 28% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 8% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Chicago?

    American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Delta can get you from Columbus to Chicago in just under 1h 29m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 21m. The distance between Columbus and Chicago is about 297 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($138), Spirit Airlines ($145), and Delta ($156) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Chicago. American Airlines is priced at 52% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Chicago are Spirit Airlines ($73), American Airlines ($77), and Delta ($78).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus to Chicago?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbus 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 Columbus to Chicago on time: Copa Airlines (96%), GoJet (91%), Royal Jordanian (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,010, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $123. The most popular route (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $120.

  • What does CMH to ORD mean?

    Columbus Airport is CMH and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to see available direct flights.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • How recently were the Columbus to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The Columbus to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 3/28.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Chicago

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United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$181Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Columbus to Chicago

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 March 28, 2024.
7%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
36%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
48%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
9%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus 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 March 28, 2024.
Sunday27daily flights
Monday41daily flights
Tuesday34daily flights
Wednesday27daily flights
Thursday33daily flights
Friday38daily flights
Saturday25daily flights

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