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$49+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CHI
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Chicago are usually found in August or September, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Tue 3/311:07 pm
CMH
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ORD
1 stop22h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/71:39 pm
ORD
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CMH
2 stops19h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$166
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 4/2210:06 am
CMH
-
ORD
2 stops9h 46m
Delta
Sat 4/251:29 pm
ORD
-
CMH
2 stops10h 14m
Delta
Deal found 2/26$167
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/238:00 pm
CMH
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 3/254:45 pm
MDW
-
CMH
1 stop3h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/2$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Tue 4/1410:40 am
CMH
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ORD
2 stops24h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/195:59 am
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop7h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Tue 4/710:40 am
CMH
-
ORD
2 stops12h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/95:15 am
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop13h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/27$173
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/133:30 pm
CMH
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Mon 4/203:50 pm
MDW
-
CMH
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 2/27$174
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/96:40 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop14h 37m
Frontier
Mon 4/137:00 am
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop5h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 2/26$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 4/128:03 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop15h 51m
Frontier
Thu 4/165:50 am
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop8h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 3/2$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 4/167:00 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop17h 37m
Frontier
Sat 4/184:28 pm
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop21h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 2/28$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Thu 4/99:19 pm
CMH
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 43m
United Airlines
Mon 4/1310:45 pm
ORD
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Fri 4/246:35 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop17h 58m
Frontier
Sun 4/267:21 pm
ORD
-
CMH
2 stops14h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 3/2$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Tue 3/311:07 pm
CMH
-
MDW
1 stop8h 47m
Frontier
Tue 4/76:00 am
MDW
-
CMH
1 stop12h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 3/1$182

Find 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 3, 2026.

Round-trip from

$166
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$320
From Columbus to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Columbus to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Chicago that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 4/1

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

2:40 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$183

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Thu 4/16

8:00 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/18

3:35 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$200

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 4/15

2:15 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/19

5:54 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$207

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Thu 4/2

6:15 am-8:53 am

1 stop3h 38m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/4

9:35 am-1:30 pm

1 stop2h 55m

$220

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 4/4

6:45 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

7:10 am-5:21 pm

2 stops9h 11m

$223

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Fri 4/17

1:15 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/20

3:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$228

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 4/13

3:00 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

5:15 am-11:51 am

1 stop5h 36m

$239

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 4/15

8:05 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

8:15 am-3:58 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$239

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Tue 3/31

6:35 am-12:29 pm

2 stops6h 54m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/7

2:05 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 54m

$249

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Tue 4/7

6:45 am-12:29 pm

2 stops6h 44m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/8

2:05 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 54m

$249

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago

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How far ahead should I 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 February 27, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Chicago is 88 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Chicago (average of $106). Flying from Columbus to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 CHI?

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 3, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day 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 February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 3, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

DEN - BDL

Weird they cancelled a direct and rerouted me on a connecting flight to get in 10 hours later. What was the point? Crew and flight were great, but not sure what's going on with Southwest.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

DEN - BDL

Weird they cancelled a direct and rerouted me on a connecting flight to get in 10 hours later. What was the point? Crew and flight were great, but not sure what's going on with Southwest.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

DEN - BDL

Weird they cancelled a direct and rerouted me on a connecting flight to get in 10 hours later. What was the point? Crew and flight were great, but not sure what's going on with Southwest.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

DEN - BDL

Weird they cancelled a direct and rerouted me on a connecting flight to get in 10 hours later. What was the point? Crew and flight were great, but not sure what's going on with Southwest.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

DEN - BDL

Weird they cancelled a direct and rerouted me on a connecting flight to get in 10 hours later. What was the point? Crew and flight were great, but not sure what's going on with Southwest.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Chicago?

    Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Columbus to Chicago in just under 1h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 15m. The distance between Columbus and Chicago is about 295 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, United Airlines ($141), Frontier ($143), and Southwest ($155) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Chicago. United Airlines is priced at 50% 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 American Airlines ($68), Frontier ($78), and United Airlines ($98).

  • 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: Royal Jordanian (86%), SWISS (85%), Republic Airways (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to Chicago? While on average our users pay $905, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $113. The most popular route (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $200.

  • 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 find direct flights from Columbus to Chicago.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Chicago (average of $106). Flying from Columbus to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 March 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$141Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$143Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$155Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$155Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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