Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Chicago (CHI) from $65
This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/25. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
How to find the cheapest flight from Columbus (CMH) to Chicago (CHI)
All the information you need to plan the best CMH to CHI flight in 2023: compare Columbus to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.
Popular in | July |
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Cheapest in | January |
Round-trip from | $207 |
One-way from | $65 |
CMH - CHI Price | $207 - $364 |
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CHI Temperature | 23 - 73.4 °F |
CHI Rainfall | 1.7 - 4.9 inches |
How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago?
Find a great deal and save up to 43% by booking at least 50 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 $349.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago?
Flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago lean towards being more expensive in July. Prices are generally better when you fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $165.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago (CMH - CHI)?
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago as you normally would.
Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago
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
Cheap Delta flights from Columbus to Chicago
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Delta 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.
Cheap Columbus to Chicago flights in September & October 2023
The best prices found for CMH to CHI flights for September, October
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Columbus to Chicago in September and October 2023. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Columbus to Chicago 2023 flight deals
Cheap flights to Chicago from Columbus found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Chicago from Columbus
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One-way flights to Chicago from Columbus
The cheapest one-way flights from Columbus to Chicago
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
Tue 10/24
1 stop13h 10m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 10/31
2 stops21h 20m
ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
Tue 10/24
1 stop13h 10m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 10/31
2 stops21h 20m
ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
Tue 10/10
1 stop25h 12m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 10/17
1 stop6h 34m
ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
Wed 10/25
2 stops27h 59m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 11/1
2 stops18h 09m
ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
Wed 11/1
1 stop15h 31m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 11/5
1 stop13h 57m
ColumbusChicago Midway
CMH - MDW
CMHMDW
Columbus
Sat 10/14
1 stop12h 21m
Chicago Midway
Mon 10/16
1 stop20h 56m
ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
Tue 10/24
Nonstop1h 23m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 10/31
Nonstop1h 21m
ColumbusChicago O'Hare Intl
CMH - ORD
CMHORD
Columbus
Wed 10/25
1 stop8h 08m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 10/25
Nonstop1h 16m
ColumbusChicago Midway
CMH - MDW
CMHMDW
Columbus
Tue 10/24
1 stop4h 47m
Chicago Midway
Tue 10/31
1 stop4h 17m
Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Delta and Frontier 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.
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It would be nice if there were cold drinks on the planes. Warm or no beer and no ice.
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It would be nice if there were cold drinks on the planes. Warm or no beer and no ice.
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It would be nice if there were cold drinks on the planes. Warm or no beer and no ice.
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It would be nice if there were cold drinks on the planes. Warm or no beer and no ice.
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It would be nice if there were cold drinks on the planes. Warm or no beer and no ice.
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It would be nice if there were cold drinks on the planes. Warm or no beer and no ice.
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Columbus to Chicago flights.
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 Spirit Airlines for just $140, but on average you can expect to pay $156.
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 $260.
Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus Airport to Chicago for under $200?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.
What days are nonstop flights available from Columbus Airport to Chicago?
Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
How many flights depart from Columbus Airport to Chicago on average per day?
On average 21 flights depart from Columbus Airport to Chicago per day.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 57% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 43% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago?
Airlines like Spirit Airlines and Frontier fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago in about 13h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 02m. 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 $140. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Frontier. You may be able to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago for 54% 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 $65. Spirit Airlines flights start at $70 while deals on American Airlines start at $87 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 (83%), Republic Airways (82%) and Envoy Air (81%).
What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago?
On average you can expect to pay $1,075 for a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $92 while the most popular route, (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $134.
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.
Other flights from Columbus
Top 3 airlines flying from Columbus to Chicago
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Columbus to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from Columbus to Chicago
See what time of day planes typically take off from Columbus to Chicago
| 9%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 64%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 24%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 3%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Chicago
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Columbus to Chicago
| Sunday | 27daily flights |
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| Monday | 41daily flights |
| Tuesday | 34daily flights |
| Wednesday | 27daily flights |
| Thursday | 33daily flights |
| Friday | 38daily flights |
| Saturday | 25daily flights |
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