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$70+ 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 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CHI
Apr 23 — Apr 301
Thu 4/23
Thu 4/30
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 24, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Wed 4/151:15 pm
CMH
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 4/2210:10 am
MDW
-
CMH
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19$172
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Fri 4/178:00 pm
CMH
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Sat 4/183:35 pm
MDW
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/2310:39 am
CMH
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Fri 4/2410:47 am
ORD
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/19$177
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1911:38 am
CMH
-
MDW
1 stop21h 26m
Frontier
Sun 4/266:00 am
MDW
-
CMH
1 stop7h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/22$180
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/246:35 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop5h 04m
Frontier
Sun 4/265:50 am
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop8h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/176:35 pm
CMH
-
MDW
1 stop4h 51m
Frontier
Sun 4/196:00 am
MDW
-
CMH
1 stop7h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$181
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/176:35 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop5h 04m
Frontier
Sun 4/195:59 am
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop7h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$181
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/136:25 am
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop3h 20m
Delta
Wed 5/132:00 pm
ORD
-
CMH
2 stops9h 25m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/16:35 pm
CMH
-
ORD
2 stops16h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/44:28 pm
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop23h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Mon 5/412:00 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop20h 55m
Frontier
Wed 5/64:05 pm
ORD
-
CMH
2 stops24h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 3/22$186
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/1510:32 am
CMH
-
MDW
1 stop3h 11m
Delta
Sat 4/189:27 am
MDW
-
CMH
1 stop3h 00m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/158:05 am
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop3h 14m
Delta
Fri 4/177:43 pm
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop3h 22m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$187

Find 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 March 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$167
(Southwest)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$365

Good round-trip deal

$268 or less

Good one-way deal

$189 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 March 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Wed 5/27

1:15 pm-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/27

2:35 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$172

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 4/27

2:15 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/27

7:45 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$177

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Wed 5/6

7:10 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/13

6:20 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$191

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 4/16

7:14 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

7:43 pm-12:05 am

1 stop3h 22m

$197
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Wed 5/27

7:10 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/31

7:45 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$247

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Mon 4/27

5:35 am-1:10 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/27

6:45 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$252

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Fri 5/1

3:30 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/3

5:45 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$267

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Fri 4/17

6:55 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 10m

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/19

6:50 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$267

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 5/5

7:00 am-7:32 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

7:45 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$271

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 4/15

6:04 pm-6:39 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

4:30 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$271

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Chicago in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Airport-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Airport-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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 March 13, 2026.

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 88 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 $106). Flying from Columbus Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $207). 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 24, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% 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 March 14, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon 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 March 24, 2026.

The most flights from CMH to CHI are scheduled on a Friday (69 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (38 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Chicago?

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 24, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,470 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,491 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,018 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago in about 1h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 30m. The distance from Columbus Airport to Chicago is about 282 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $135. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $137, and Frontier, from $143. You may be able to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago for 52% 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 American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $68. Frontier flights start at $78 while deals on United Airlines start at $98 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 British Airways (80%), Envoy Air (75%) and Royal Jordanian (75%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $851 for a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $102 while the most popular route, (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $167.

  • 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 $106). Flying from Columbus Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $207). 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 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$135Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
FrontierCheapest$143Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$155Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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