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Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Chicago (CHI) from $68

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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from Columbus to Chicago are usually found in February or December, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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 April 19, 2024.

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April

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$222

One-way from

$88
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Chicago?

Users have found that flying from Columbus Airport 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 Airport to Chicago?

Find a great deal and save up to 155% by booking at least 55 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 Airport to Chicago within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $370.

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

Flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago lean towards being more expensive in April. Prices are generally better when you fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at $172.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago (CMH - CHI)?

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Columbus and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Consider these cheap Spirit Airlines flights we've found departing from Columbus to Chicago. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Tue 5/149:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop8h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/146:40 pmORD - CMH
1 stop19h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$178
Sat 5/187:05 amCMH - ORD
1 stop17h 24mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/209:25 pmORD - CMH
2 stops13h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$179
Sat 5/189:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop8h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/215:36 pmORD - CMH
2 stops17h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$180
Wed 5/151:45 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 01mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/175:41 pmORD - CMH
1 stop20h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/19$183
Sat 5/185:15 amCMH - ORD
2 stops16h 20mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/215:36 pmORD - CMH
2 stops17h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$185
Sat 5/189:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/205:41 pmORD - CMH
1 stop20h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$187
Mon 5/1311:10 amCMH - ORD
1 stop8h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/145:36 pmORD - CMH
1 stop13h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$193
Sat 5/185:15 amCMH - ORD
2 stops16h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/2210:58 amORD - CMH
1 stop11h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$194
Fri 5/175:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop15h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/209:25 pmORD - CMH
2 stops13h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$198

Cheap United Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Columbus and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've found from Columbus to Chicago. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Tue 7/210:59 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/109:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$154
Fri 5/106:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/139:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$181
Fri 5/176:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/189:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$192
Sat 5/116:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/152:40 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/19$217
Mon 5/136:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/149:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$218
Sun 5/267:15 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/279:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/19$228
Thu 5/167:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/197:30 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/19$231
Wed 5/297:15 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/39:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/19$232
Tue 5/146:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/149:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$234

Cheap Columbus to Chicago flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Chicago specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Prices were last updated on April 19, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Columbus to Chicago in April and May 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sun 5/267:15 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/299:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$107
Sun 5/59:27 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop15h 11mFrontier
Tue 5/75:30 amMDW - CMH
1 stop14h 07mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$111
Sat 5/114:24 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Wed 5/156:00 amMDW - CMH
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/18$136
Sat 5/116:10 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Wed 5/155:40 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/19$136
Sat 5/187:50 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/251:40 pmORD - CMH
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$140
Sat 5/116:00 amCMH - MDW
2 stops11h 13mDelta
Wed 5/156:00 amMDW - CMH
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/19$141
Sat 5/111:00 pmCMH - ORD
2 stops9h 37mDelta
Wed 5/155:40 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/19$141
Sat 5/186:55 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/211:40 pmORD - CMH
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$163
Fri 5/106:36 amCMH - MDW
1 stop3h 30mDelta
Tue 5/146:00 amMDW - CMH
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/18$167

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 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Columbus to Chicago in April and May 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 7/210:59 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/109:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$94
Tue 8/610:59 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/79:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$97
Sun 5/267:15 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/299:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$107
Sun 5/59:27 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop15h 11mFrontier
Tue 5/75:30 amMDW - CMH
1 stop14h 07mFrontier
Deal found 4/18$111
Sat 8/176:52 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/243:30 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$117
Tue 8/65:15 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/71:29 pmORD - CMH
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$130
Sat 5/114:24 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Wed 5/156:00 amMDW - CMH
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/18$136
Sat 5/116:10 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Wed 5/155:40 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/19$136
Sat 5/187:50 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/251:40 pmORD - CMH
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$140

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Columbus

Discover non-stop flight options from Columbus to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Take a look at some of the direct flights traveling from Columbus to Chicago in the near future. Users can also choose from other Columbus to Chicago flights by using the search form above.
Tue 7/210:59 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/109:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$154
Fri 5/106:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/139:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$181
Mon 6/248:10 pmCMH - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Wed 6/269:45 amMDW - CMH
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/19$187
Sat 5/187:50 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/208:19 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$191
Fri 5/176:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/189:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$192
Wed 5/156:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/189:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/19$204
Wed 5/156:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/179:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/19$209
Sat 5/116:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/152:40 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/19$217
Mon 5/136:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/149:05 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$218

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 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Columbus to Chicago. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Mon 4/295:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop19h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/45:35 pmORD - CMH
1 stop18h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$299
Sat 4/272:20 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/288:05 pmORD - CMH
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$305
Sat 4/272:20 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/288:05 pmORD - CMH
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$312
Sat 4/277:05 amCMH - ORD
1 stop11h 41mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/69:25 pmORD - CMH
1 stop16h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$318
Sun 4/285:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop21h 11mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/25:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop17h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$320
Sat 4/277:05 amCMH - ORD
1 stop10h 40mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/25:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$337
Wed 4/244:41 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop8h 28mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/274:05 pmORD - CMH
1 stop12h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/19$342
Thu 4/255:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop16h 20mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/294:30 pmORD - CMH
1 stop14h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$343
Thu 4/255:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/288:05 pmORD - CMH
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$344

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 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Columbus to Chicago. For those needing a return trip from Columbus, there is a search form available above.
Fri 5/106:36 amCMH - MDW
1 stop3h 30mDelta
Deal found 4/18$68
Fri 5/3110:50 amCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 4/18$68
Tue 5/141:45 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$70
Thu 5/98:35 amCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$82
Wed 5/81:45 pmCMH - ORD
2 stops22h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$83
Wed 5/81:45 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$84
Fri 5/105:12 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$87
Tue 5/145:35 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/18$88
Thu 5/96:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/18$89

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 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.

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ColumbusChicago Midway

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Sun 5/5

1 stop15h 11m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/7

1 stop14h 07m

$111

ColumbusChicago Midway

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Sat 5/11

1 stop6h 37m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/14

1 stop4h 24m

$136

ColumbusChicago Midway

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Sat 5/11

2 stops11h 13m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/15

1 stop5h 46m

$141

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 7/2

Nonstop1h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/10

Nonstop1h 24m

$154

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 5/18

1 stop6h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/21

1 stop7h 19m

$163

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 5/14

1 stop8h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/14

1 stop19h 01m

$178

ColumbusChicago Midway

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Mon 6/24

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/26

Nonstop1h 10m

$187

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sun 5/26

1 stop5h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/29

1 stop12h 41m

$211

ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 5/9

1 stop17h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/12

1 stop9h 15m

$275

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Deals found on 4/18

When is the best time to 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 January 28, 2024.
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 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time 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 April 14, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Columbus to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Columbus to Chicago is currently $80 while a round-trip flight costs $173. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.

Currently, February 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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.

January

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$276

May

$283

June

$357

July

$336

August

$276

September

$258

October

$248

November

$270

December

$248

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

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 April 19, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbus to Chicago have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,208 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Delta
8.1
Very good
11,094 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

WestJet
7.5
Good
3,004 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,325 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,955 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $111, but on average you can expect to pay $171.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago is less than $219.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus Airport to Chicago for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Columbus Airport to Chicago?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Saturday.

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

    On average 6 flights depart from Columbus Airport to Chicago per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

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

    Airlines like Frontier, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago in about 1h 26m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 45m. The distance from Columbus Airport to Chicago is about 297 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 $111. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $136, and United Airlines, from $154. You may be able to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago for 61% 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 Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $68. Spirit Airlines flights start at $70 while deals on American Airlines start at $82 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Spirit Airlines or United Airlines.

  • 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 (100%), GoJet (99%) and Air Wisconsin (94%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $964 for a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $93 while the most popular route, (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $136.

  • What does CMH to ORD mean?

    CMH stands for Columbus Airport, while ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • 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?

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