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$163+ Cheap flights from Columbus, MS (GTR) 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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GTR — CHI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$351
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$163
(American Airlines)
From Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Chicago
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 8/13:21 pmGTR - ORD
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/67:00 amORD - GTR
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 8/16:00 amGTR - MDW
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Wed 8/65:05 pmMDW - GTR
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/12$552

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Columbus

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusChicago

GTR - ORD

GTRORD

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Fri 8/1

3:21 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/6

7:00 am-2:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$351

ColumbusChicago

GTR - MDW

GTRMDW

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Fri 8/1

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/6

5:05 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$552

ColumbusChicago

GTR - ORD

GTRORD

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Fri 7/4

3:21 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$163

ColumbusChicago

GTR - MDW

GTRMDW

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-9:51 am

1 stop3h 51m

$244

ColumbusChicago

GTR - ORD

GTRORD

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Sat 9/13

2:37 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$264

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Deals found on 6/9

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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 $245). Flying from Columbus, Mississippi 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.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

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 June 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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 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 1 airline. Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. is conveniently located just 9.9 mi from Columbus’s city center.

  • 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 $245). Flying from Columbus, Mississippi 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 airline flying from Columbus to Chicago

Discover the top airline 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 June 12, 2025.
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