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$102+ 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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CHI
Jul 31 — Aug 71
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The best prices from Columbus to Chicago are usually found in February or April, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

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 July 26, 2024.

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June

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$132
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One-way from

$102
(mytrip.com)
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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 120% by booking at least 59 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 June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Columbus to Chicago in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at $153.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to CHI?

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Columbus to Chicago flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Chicago specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 26, 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.
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Mon 8/1911:17 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/227:20 amORD - CMH
1 stop26h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$132
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2111:17 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/245:24 pmORD - CMH
1 stop17h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$145
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/248:00 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop16h 06mFrontier
Sat 8/3110:17 amMDW - CMH
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$146
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1911:17 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/278:30 amORD - CMH
1 stop10h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$146
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1911:17 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/245:24 pmORD - CMH
1 stop17h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$147
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/206:00 amCMH - ORD
2 stops14h 51mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/227:20 amORD - CMH
1 stop26h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$148
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1911:17 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/275:00 amORD - CMH
3 stops17h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$149
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Mon 8/1911:17 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/205:03 pmORD - CMH
1 stop14h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$152
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1911:57 amCMH - MDW
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Sat 8/2410:17 amMDW - CMH
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$153

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 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.
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1911:17 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/227:20 amORD - CMH
1 stop26h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$132
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/711:55 amCMH - ORD
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/910:41 amORD - CMH
1 stop7h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$139
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2111:17 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/245:24 pmORD - CMH
1 stop17h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$145
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/248:00 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop16h 06mFrontier
Sat 8/3110:17 amMDW - CMH
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$146
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1911:17 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/278:30 amORD - CMH
1 stop10h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$146
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1911:17 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/245:24 pmORD - CMH
1 stop17h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$147
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/206:00 amCMH - ORD
2 stops14h 51mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/227:20 amORD - CMH
1 stop26h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$148
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1911:17 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/275:00 amORD - CMH
3 stops17h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$149
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Mon 8/1911:17 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/205:03 pmORD - CMH
1 stop14h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$152

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 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.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 8/67:27 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/710:14 pmORD - CMH
1 stop11h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$195
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/68:29 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop28h 09mFrontier
Thu 8/86:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop13h 42mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$241
This JustFly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 JustFly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/317:19 amCMH - ORD
1 stop10h 11mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/65:42 pmORD - CMH
1 stop13h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$257
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/87:19 amCMH - ORD
1 stop10h 11mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/99:33 pmORD - CMH
1 stop12h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$258
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/811:55 amCMH - ORD
2 stops10h 03mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/99:33 pmORD - CMH
1 stop12h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$259
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/23:15 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop10h 23mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/39:33 pmORD - CMH
1 stop12h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$269
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/39:54 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/69:33 pmORD - CMH
1 stop12h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$271
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Wed 8/75:33 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 56mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/115:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$279
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/67:19 amCMH - ORD
2 stops18h 07mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/89:33 pmORD - CMH
1 stop12h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$283

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 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.
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2310:27 amCMH - ORD
1 stop13h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$102
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Wed 9/257:24 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/25$103
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/153:20 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$107
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/173:50 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$108
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/266:00 amCMH - ORD
3 stops26h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$110
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/233:20 pmCMH - ORD
3 stops24h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$111
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/227:20 amCMH - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/24$112
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/2810:29 amCMH - ORD
1 stop3h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/25$112
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Mon 8/264:19 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/25$113

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.

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ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 8/19

1 stop9h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/22

1 stop26h 07m

$132

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 9/7

1 stop11h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/9

1 stop7h 29m

$139

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 8/21

1 stop9h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/24

1 stop17h 44m

$145

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 8/19

1 stop9h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/27

1 stop10h 28m

$146

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 8/19

1 stop9h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/24

1 stop17h 44m

$147

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 8/31

2 stops7h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/1

2 stops6h 23m

$180

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 8/14

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/15

Nonstop1h 14m

$215

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 8/17

Nonstop1h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/19

Nonstop1h 24m

$220

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 8/6

1 stop28h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/8

1 stop13h 42m

$241

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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 July 23, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Columbus to Chicago is 73 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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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 July 21, 2024.
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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. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago

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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

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 July 26, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Spirit 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
5,641 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Spirit Airlines
6.4
Okay
8,407 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

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 Spirit Airlines for just $132, 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 $245.

  • 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, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

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

    On average 19 flights depart from Columbus to Chicago per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 47% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 53% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Chicago?

    Spirit Airlines can get you from Columbus to Chicago in just under 9h 34m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Columbus and Chicago is about 297 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($132), offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Chicago. Spirit Airlines is priced at 51% 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 ($102), American Airlines ($103), and Southwest ($112).

  • 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: Republic Airways (93%), Copa Airlines (88%), ANA (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to Chicago? While on average our users pay $919, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $121. The most popular route (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $137.

  • 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 on your Columbus to Chicago flight 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 Columbus to Chicago 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 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Chicago 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.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • 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 7/25.

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

    American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Columbus to Chicago.

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

    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 $308). 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
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United AirlinesCheapest$126Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$141Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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