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$286+ Cheap flights from Columbus, MS (GTR) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GTR — CHI
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Best flights from Columbus to Chicago
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/131:28 pmGTR - ORD
1 stop6h 07mDelta
Sat 1/317:05 amORD - GTR
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/15$286
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 1/43:46 pmGTR - ORD
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/118:10 amORD - GTR
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$503
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 1/13:10 pmGTR - MDW
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Mon 1/56:45 amMDW - GTR
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Deal found 12/17$436
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 1/13:10 pmGTR - ORD
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Mon 1/59:35 amORD - GTR
2 stops10h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/17$508
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 1/13:46 pmGTR - ORD
2 stops15h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/412:02 amORD - GTR
2 stops15h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$610

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eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

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$286
(Delta)
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ColumbusChicago

GTR - ORD

GTRORD

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Tue 1/13

1:28 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

7:05 am-12:47 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$286

ColumbusChicago

GTR - MDW

GTRMDW

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Thu 1/1

3:10 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/5

6:45 am-12:48 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$436

ColumbusChicago

GTR - ORD

GTRORD

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Sun 1/4

3:46 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

8:10 am-3:32 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$503

ColumbusChicago

GTR - ORD

GTRORD

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Thu 1/1

3:10 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/5

9:35 am-8:25 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$508

ColumbusChicago

GTR - ORD

GTRORD

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Thu 1/1

3:46 pm-7:09 am

2 stops15h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/4

12:02 am-3:16 pm

2 stops15h 14m

$610

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Deals found on 12/15

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Chicago in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus, Mississippi-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbus, Mississippi-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus, Mississippi-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus, Mississippi-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Columbus, Mississippi-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Chicago

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus, Mississippi to Chicago (average of $181). Flying from Columbus, Mississippi to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus to Chicago?

    Most people fly from Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. (GTR) if they book a flight from Columbus to Chicago. On average, Golden Triangle Reg. has 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 0 airlines. Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. is conveniently located just 9.9 mi from Columbus’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus, Mississippi to Chicago?

    Airlines like Delta and American Airlines fly from Columbus, Mississippi to Chicago in about 6h 07m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 12m. Airlines will cover a distance of 590 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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, Mississippi to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus, Mississippi to Chicago (average of $181). Flying from Columbus, Mississippi to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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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