Cheap flights from Illinois to Columbia (COU) from $243

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 9/27. 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.
ORD — COU
May 15 — May 221

How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri?

Users have found that booking a flight from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri at least 22 days early can save you up to 110% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 22 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri for as little as $412 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $494 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri?

Flights from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri lean towards being more expensive in October. Prices are generally better when you fly from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at $300.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri (IL - COU)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri as you normally would.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Illinois to Columbia

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Illinois and Columbia. 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 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Sat 6/88:40 pmORD - COU
1 stop20h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/96:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$277
Sat 5/255:00 amORD - COU
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/253:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$328
Tue 5/218:20 pmORD - COU
1 stop16h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/223:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$358
Tue 6/41:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/86:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$375
Sat 6/88:10 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/106:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$385
Sat 6/84:29 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/105:33 pmCOU - ORD
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$394
Sat 6/15:00 amORD - COU
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/206:02 amCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$395
Mon 5/208:20 pmORD - COU
1 stop16h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/213:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$403
Sat 6/85:00 amORD - COU
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/105:33 pmCOU - ORD
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$404

Cheap Illinois to Columbia flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Illinois to Columbia specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Prices were last updated on May 10, 2024.
Sat 6/88:40 pmORD - COU
1 stop20h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/96:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$277
Sat 5/255:00 amORD - COU
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/253:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$328
Tue 5/218:20 pmORD - COU
1 stop16h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/223:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$358
Tue 6/41:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/86:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$375
Sat 6/88:10 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/106:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$385
Sat 6/84:29 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/105:33 pmCOU - ORD
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$394
Sat 6/15:00 amORD - COU
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/206:02 amCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$395
Mon 5/208:20 pmORD - COU
1 stop16h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/213:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$403
Sat 6/85:00 amORD - COU
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/105:33 pmCOU - ORD
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$404

Illinois to Columbia 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Illinois and Columbia in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Sat 6/88:40 pmORD - COU
1 stop20h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/96:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$277
Sat 5/255:00 amORD - COU
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/253:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$328
Tue 5/218:20 pmORD - COU
1 stop16h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/223:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$358
Tue 6/41:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/86:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$375
Sat 6/88:10 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/106:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$385
Sat 6/84:29 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/105:33 pmCOU - ORD
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$394
Sat 6/15:00 amORD - COU
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/206:02 amCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$395
Mon 5/208:20 pmORD - COU
1 stop16h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/213:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$403
Sat 6/85:00 amORD - COU
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/105:33 pmCOU - ORD
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$404

Non-stop flights to Columbia from Illinois

Discover non-stop flight options from Illinois to Columbia. 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 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Tue 6/41:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/86:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$375
Sat 6/88:10 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/106:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$385
Thu 6/208:10 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/236:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$395
Sat 5/2510:19 amORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/253:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$410
Sat 5/254:50 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/283:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$415
Sat 7/279:44 amORD - COU
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/286:16 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$445
Tue 5/211:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/253:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$456
Tue 5/211:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/2212:53 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$467
Mon 5/201:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/2112:53 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$497

Illinois to Columbia flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Illinois to Columbia 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 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Mon 5/208:20 pmORD - COU
1 stop16h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/213:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$403
Sat 5/188:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/2312:53 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$456
Sat 5/183:37 pmORD - COU
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/2312:53 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$466
Mon 5/201:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/2112:53 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$497
Thu 5/168:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/193:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$507
Wed 5/151:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/1612:53 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$517
Wed 5/155:00 amORD - COU
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/163:04 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$527
Wed 5/155:35 pmORD - COU
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/1612:13 pmCOU - ORD
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$653
Sat 5/186:25 amORD - COU
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/2312:13 pmCOU - ORD
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$674

One-way flights to Columbia from Illinois

Search for one-way flight options from Illinois to Columbia. 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 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Fri 9/278:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$243
Fri 9/276:00 amORD - COU
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$252
Tue 5/211:15 pmORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$284
Tue 5/2110:35 amORD - COU
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$293
Wed 5/1510:19 amORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$301
Wed 5/1510:19 amORD - COU
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$302
Wed 5/155:35 pmORD - COU
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$311
Fri 9/278:15 pmORD - COU
2 stops15h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$448
Tue 5/218:30 pmORD - COU
2 stops15h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$543

Find flights from Illinois to Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Columbia 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 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.

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$277 - $404

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Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbia Regional

ORD - COU

ORDCOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/8

1 stop20h 22m

Columbia Regional

Sun 6/9

Nonstop1h 23m

$277

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbia Regional

ORD - COU

ORDCOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/25

1 stop7h 23m

Columbia Regional

Sat 5/25

Nonstop1h 26m

$328

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbia Regional

ORD - COU

ORDCOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/21

1 stop16h 03m

Columbia Regional

Wed 5/22

Nonstop1h 26m

$358

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbia Regional

ORD - COU

ORDCOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/4

Nonstop1h 24m

Columbia Regional

Sat 6/8

Nonstop1h 23m

$375

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbia Regional

ORD - COU

ORDCOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/8

Nonstop1h 19m

Columbia Regional

Mon 6/10

Nonstop1h 23m

$385

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbia Regional

ORD - COU

ORDCOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/8

Nonstop1h 17m

Columbia Regional

Mon 6/10

1 stop6h 08m

$394

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbia Regional

ORD - COU

ORDCOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/1

1 stop7h 23m

Columbia Regional

Thu 6/20

Nonstop1h 24m

$395

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbia Regional

ORD - COU

ORDCOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/20

1 stop16h 03m

Columbia Regional

Tue 5/21

Nonstop1h 26m

$403

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbia Regional

ORD - COU

ORDCOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/8

1 stop6h 53m

Columbia Regional

Mon 6/10

1 stop6h 08m

$404

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Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbia. 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 Columbia. Reviews last updated May 10, 2024.
7.3
Good
14,641 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Allow you to take your carry on with you on the plane. It was a full flight and I had to check my bag. As we boarded, a few people who came after me were able to take their bags on the plane.

7.3
Good
14,641 reviews
7.3
Good
14,641 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Allow you to take your carry on with you on the plane. It was a full flight and I had to check my bag. As we boarded, a few people who came after me were able to take their bags on the plane.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Columbia from Illinois?

    Located just 11.1 mi from the city center, Columbia Regional (COU) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbia from Illinois.

  • Can I find flights from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $277, but on average you can expect to pay $407.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 9 direct flights from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri is less than $427.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri for under $500?

    There are currently 15+ open flights from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri within the next 7 days for less than $500.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri?

    Consider Air Wisconsin (93%), American Airlines (86%) or Envoy Air (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $237. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbia Regional) can be booked for $277 on average our data indicates $388 when flying from Illinois to Columbia, Missouri.

  • What does ORD to COU mean?

    ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, while COU stands for Columbia Regional 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), Moline Quad-City Airport (MLI), Greater Peoria Airport (PIA), Bloomington-Normal Airport (BMI), Springfield Capital Airport (SPI) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Columbia that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Illinois to Columbia 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 Illinois to Columbia with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Illinois to Columbia 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 Illinois to Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Columbia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Columbia 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 Illinois to Columbia that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Illinois to Columbia 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 Illinois to Columbia?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Illinois to Columbia flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Illinois to Columbia, Missouri flight deals updated?

    The Illinois to Columbia, Missouri flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/9.

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