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$75+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CHI
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Chicago are usually found in August or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday 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 (CMH) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$152
(Frontier)

One-way from

$75
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$305

Good round-trip deal

$326 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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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 September 16, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:40 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop6h 01mFrontier
Mon 10/66:20 amMDW - CMH
1 stop10h 25mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$152
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Fri 10/36:40 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 59mFrontier
Mon 10/65:10 amORD - CMH
1 stop11h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$153
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/251:04 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Sun 10/266:50 amORD - CMH
1 stop10h 23mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$157
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 9/2511:21 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Fri 9/268:49 pmORD - CMH
1 stop12h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$158
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/144:30 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop8h 41mFrontier
Sun 11/165:01 amORD - CMH
1 stop13h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$162
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2811:16 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 28mFrontier
Mon 9/2910:25 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 20mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$165
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/111:04 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Sun 10/128:14 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$171
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/107:12 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 47mFrontier
Sun 10/128:14 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$172
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/316:48 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 51mFrontier
Mon 11/36:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop12h 08mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$173
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:48 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 51mFrontier
Fri 11/76:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop12h 08mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$174
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/171:25 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop11h 21mFrontier
Mon 10/206:15 amMDW - CMH
1 stop4h 50mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$175
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/171:25 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 32mFrontier
Mon 10/205:05 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 00mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$175

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Fri 12/12

2:49 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/14

7:49 pm-8:15 am

1 stop11h 26m

$219

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Fri 11/7

4:30 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Chicago Midway

Sun 11/9

10:12 am-8:15 am

1 stop21h 03m

$226

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Tue 10/7

6:50 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/8

8:35 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$231

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 10/14

5:42 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

7:35 am-9:58 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$231

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Wed 10/22

10:05 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/25

6:35 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$231

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Mon 12/22

6:40 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/25

10:00 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$235

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Fri 11/7

8:03 pm-6:39 pm

2 stops23h 36m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/10

6:15 am-3:35 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$236

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Fri 10/24

7:04 pm-10:21 am

2 stops16h 17m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/27

5:28 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop20h 01m

$238

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Sat 10/18

12:10 pm-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/22

7:35 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$241

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 10/11

2:17 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/13

3:43 pm-6:16 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$242

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport 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 September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Columbus Airport 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.

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 September 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 50% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Chicago. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday mornings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus Airport 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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from CMH to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (64 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Baltimore (BWI) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Columbus Airport to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $228.

What’s the fastest layover option from Columbus Airport to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Baltimore (BWI) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 05m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Baltimore (BWI) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 20m.

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 September 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus Airport to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,015 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,172 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago?

    Airlines like Southwest and United Airlines fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago in about 1h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance from Columbus Airport to Chicago is about 282 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago round-trip from $90. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $155, and Southwest, from $163. You may be able to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago for 69% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $79. Southwest flights start at $109 while deals on United Airlines start at $109 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbus Airport to Chicago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Columbus Airport to Chicago are Copa Airlines (85%), Cathay Pacific (85%) and GoJet (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,200 for a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $123 while the most popular route, (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $153.

  • 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 Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$155Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$163Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$187Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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