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$197+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Columbia, MO (COU)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — COU
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Columbia (COU). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$334

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$208 or less
From Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbia Regional
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Thu 8/218:44 pmORD - COU
1 stop19h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/227:17 pmCOU - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$197

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ChicagoColumbia

ORD - COU

ORDCOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

8:44 pm-4:38 pm

1 stop19h 54m

Columbia Regional

Fri 8/22

7:17 pm-8:47 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$197

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - COU

ORDCOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/27

12:45 pm-2:17 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$209

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - COU

ORDCOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/22

1:24 pm-4:38 pm

1 stop27h 14m

$278

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri (average of $362). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri in March is currently the most expensive (average of $569). 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 ORD to COU?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Columbia. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Columbia. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from ORD to COU are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbia, Missouri ranges from 1.9 - 5.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Columbia, Missouri when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbia, Missouri, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Columbia from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    If you book a flight to Columbia from Chicago O'Hare Intl, you will be flying to Columbia Regional, which is the city’s only airport. Columbia Regional (COU) is located 11.1 mi from the center of Columbia. There are 3 flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbia Regional per day from 1 airline.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Columbia, Missouri, with prices starting at $197. You may be able to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri for 50% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri consider choosing American Airlines (81%), Envoy Air (81%) or Qatar Airways (70%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $144. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbia Regional) can be booked for $197 on average our data indicates $326 when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri (average of $362). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, Missouri in March is currently the most expensive (average of $569). 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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