$70+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus
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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CMH
May 30 — Jun 61
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to ColumbusExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/2312:48 pm
ORD
- CMH
Nonstop1h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 5/254:09 pm
CMH
- ORD
Nonstop1h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/29![United Airlines logo]()
$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 5/2812:45 pm
MDW
- CMH
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Sat 5/308:20 am
CMH
- MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28![Southwest logo]()
$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2110:16 am
ORD
- CMH
Nonstop1h 34m
American Airlines
Mon 5/258:23 am
CMH
- ORD
Nonstop1h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/27![American Airlines logo]()
$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/151:59 pm
ORD
- CMH
2 stops20h 17m
Frontier
Sun 5/176:05 pm
CMH
- ORD
1 stop14h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27![Frontier logo]()
$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Thu 5/216:00 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop10h 10m
Frontier
Sun 5/246:05 pm
CMH
- MDW
1 stop18h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25![Frontier logo]()
$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 6/26:24 am
ORD
- CMH
2 stops6h 01m
Delta
Tue 6/25:58 pm
CMH
- ORD
1 stop3h 16m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$243
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/196:05 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Thu 5/218:00 pm
CMH
- MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28![Southwest logo]()
$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 5/275:11 pm
ORD
- CMH
1 stop18h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/46:05 pm
CMH
- ORD
2 stops19h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 5/286:55 am
ORD
- CMH
1 stop9h 15m
Frontier
Fri 5/296:43 pm
CMH
- ORD
2 stops14h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27![Frontier logo]()
$245
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/197:00 am
ORD
- CMH
2 stops7h 52m
Delta
Tue 5/267:09 am
CMH
- ORD
2 stops6h 52m
Delta
Deal found 4/25![Delta logo]()
$246
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/16:00 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop10h 40m
Frontier
Tue 5/56:05 pm
CMH
- MDW
1 stop4h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25![Frontier logo]()
$246
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Tue 5/269:20 pm
ORD
- CMH
Nonstop1h 39m
United Airlines
Fri 5/295:30 am
CMH
- ORD
Nonstop1h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/26![United Airlines logo]()
$247
Best flights from Chicago to ColumbusDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 30, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 30, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Sat 6/67:55 am
MDW
- CMH
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Sat 6/137:10 pm
CMH
- MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/26![Southwest logo]()
$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 6/26:24 am
ORD
- CMH
2 stops6h 01m
Delta
Tue 6/25:58 pm
CMH
- ORD
1 stop3h 16m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 6/49:24 pm
ORD
- CMH
Nonstop1h 35m
United Airlines
Fri 6/59:00 am
CMH
- ORD
Nonstop1h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/26![United Airlines logo]()
$288
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 5/283:50 pm
MDW
- CMH
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Sat 5/304:30 pm
CMH
- MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28![Southwest logo]()
$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 5/216:24 am
ORD
- CMH
1 stop5h 48m
Delta
Mon 5/255:58 pm
CMH
- ORD
1 stop3h 16m
Delta
Deal found 4/27![Delta logo]()
$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 5/289:22 am
MDW
- CMH
2 stops7h 27m
Delta
Sat 5/304:59 pm
CMH
- MDW
1 stop5h 10m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$264
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 5/217:50 am
MDW
- CMH
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Mon 5/253:30 pm
CMH
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/27![Southwest logo]()
$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/35:30 am
ORD
- CMH
1 stop5h 19m
Delta
Fri 6/55:58 pm
CMH
- ORD
1 stop3h 16m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/199:21 pm
ORD
- CMH
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Wed 5/205:36 am
CMH
- ORD
Nonstop1h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/29![United Airlines logo]()
$333
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/198:15 am
MDW
- CMH
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Thu 5/215:35 am
CMH
- MDW
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28![Southwest logo]()
$288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Tue 6/25:30 am
ORD
- CMH
1 stop7h 19m
Delta
Fri 6/52:03 pm
CMH
- ORD
1 stop6h 17m
Delta
Deal found 4/27![Delta logo]()
$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 9/97:10 am
ORD
- CMH
1 stop4h 50m
Delta
Fri 9/112:20 pm
CMH
- ORD
1 stop5h 19m
Delta
Deal found 4/25![Delta logo]()
$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/2610:15 am
MDW
- CMH
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Sat 5/3012:00 pm
CMH
- MDW
2 stops6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29![Southwest logo]()
$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 9/96:00 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop6h 00m
Delta
Fri 9/113:50 pm
CMH
- MDW
1 stop6h 56m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Tue 6/29:22 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop3h 03m
Delta
Fri 6/52:03 pm
CMH
- MDW
1 stop4h 53m
Delta
Deal found 4/27![Delta logo]()
$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 5/251:22 pm
MDW
- CMH
1 stop4h 30m
Delta
Fri 5/294:49 pm
CMH
- MDW
1 stop5h 20m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Fri 5/222:00 pm
ORD
- CMH
1 stop3h 52m
Delta
Mon 5/256:25 am
CMH
- ORD
1 stop5h 04m
Delta
Deal found 4/26![Delta logo]()
$319
Last-minute flights from Chicago to ColumbusDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Columbus. Data last updated April 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Columbus. Data last updated April 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/16:00 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop10h 40m
Frontier
Tue 5/56:05 pm
CMH
- MDW
1 stop4h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25![Frontier logo]()
$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/146:50 am
ORD
- CMH
1 stop9h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/186:28 pm
CMH
- ORD
2 stops28h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/151:59 pm
ORD
- CMH
2 stops20h 17m
Frontier
Sun 5/176:05 pm
CMH
- ORD
1 stop14h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27![Frontier logo]()
$241
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/196:05 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Thu 5/218:00 pm
CMH
- MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28![Southwest logo]()
$243
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/197:00 am
ORD
- CMH
2 stops7h 52m
Delta
Tue 5/267:09 am
CMH
- ORD
2 stops6h 52m
Delta
Deal found 4/25![Delta logo]()
$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2110:16 am
ORD
- CMH
Nonstop1h 34m
American Airlines
Mon 5/258:23 am
CMH
- ORD
Nonstop1h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/27![American Airlines logo]()
$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Thu 5/216:00 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop10h 10m
Frontier
Sun 5/246:05 pm
CMH
- MDW
1 stop18h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25![Frontier logo]()
$241
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/2312:48 pm
ORD
- CMH
Nonstop1h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 5/254:09 pm
CMH
- ORD
Nonstop1h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/29![United Airlines logo]()
$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Tue 5/269:20 pm
ORD
- CMH
Nonstop1h 39m
United Airlines
Fri 5/295:30 am
CMH
- ORD
Nonstop1h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/26![United Airlines logo]()
$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 5/275:11 pm
ORD
- CMH
1 stop18h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/46:05 pm
CMH
- ORD
2 stops19h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$244
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 5/2812:45 pm
MDW
- CMH
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Sat 5/308:20 am
CMH
- MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28![Southwest logo]()
$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 5/286:55 am
ORD
- CMH
1 stop9h 15m
Frontier
Fri 5/296:43 pm
CMH
- ORD
2 stops14h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27![Frontier logo]()
$245
One-way flights from Chicago to ColumbusSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sun 5/246:00 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop10h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27![Frontier logo]()
$70
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Wed 5/2712:04 pm
MDW
- CMH
1 stop28h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27![Frontier logo]()
$71
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/266:00 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop10h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29![Frontier logo]()
$74
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/266:55 am
ORD
- CMH
1 stop9h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30![Frontier logo]()
$76
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/286:00 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop10h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29![Frontier logo]()
$76
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Wed 5/1312:04 pm
MDW
- CMH
1 stop28h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27![Frontier logo]()
$78
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/267:20 am
ORD
- CMH
Nonstop1h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/30![United Airlines logo]()
$79
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/261:05 pm
MDW
- CMH
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28![Southwest logo]()
$79
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 5/3011:59 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop28h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28![Frontier logo]()
$82
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Thu 6/46:00 am
MDW
- CMH
1 stop10h 10m
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$83
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Sat 5/231:50 pm
ORD
- CMH
1 stop26h 20m
Frontier
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$84
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MDW
- CMH
1 stop28h 11m
Frontier
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Find flight deals from Chicago to Columbus
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus (C01). 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 30, 2026.
Round-trip from | $239 (United Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $70 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | June |
Average price | $381 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Columbus 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 April 30, 2026.
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Return
Cheapest round-trip
ChicagoColumbus
MDW - CMH
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Sat 6/6
7:55 am-10:20 am
Nonstop1h 25m
Columbus
Sat 6/13
7:10 pm-7:25 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
$241
ChicagoColumbus
ORD - CMH
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 6/2
6:24 am-1:25 pm
2 stops6h 01m
Columbus
Tue 6/2
5:58 pm-8:14 pm
1 stop3h 16m
$243
ChicagoColumbus
MDW - CMH
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Thu 5/28
3:50 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop5h 15m
Columbus
Sat 5/30
4:30 pm-4:45 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
$249
ChicagoColumbus
ORD - CMH
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 5/21
6:24 am-1:12 pm
1 stop5h 48m
Columbus
Mon 5/25
5:58 pm-8:14 pm
1 stop3h 16m
$259
ChicagoColumbus
MDW - CMH
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Thu 5/28
9:22 am-5:49 pm
2 stops7h 27m
Columbus
Sat 5/30
4:59 pm-9:09 pm
1 stop5h 10m
$264
ChicagoColumbus
ORD - CMH
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 6/3
5:30 am-11:49 am
1 stop5h 19m
Columbus
Fri 6/5
5:58 pm-8:14 pm
1 stop3h 16m
$267
ChicagoColumbus
ORD - CMH
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 6/2
5:30 am-1:49 pm
1 stop7h 19m
Columbus
Fri 6/5
2:03 pm-7:20 pm
1 stop6h 17m
$267
ChicagoColumbus
ORD - CMH
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 9/9
7:10 am-1:00 pm
1 stop4h 50m
Columbus
Fri 9/11
2:20 pm-6:39 pm
1 stop5h 19m
$267
ChicagoColumbus
MDW - CMH
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Wed 9/9
6:00 am-1:00 pm
1 stop6h 00m
Columbus
Fri 9/11
3:50 pm-9:46 pm
1 stop6h 56m
$267
ChicagoColumbus
MDW - CMH
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Tue 6/2
9:22 am-1:25 pm
1 stop3h 03m
Columbus
Fri 6/5
2:03 pm-5:56 pm
1 stop4h 53m
$267
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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Columbus
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Columbus?
Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Columbus. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Columbus?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus (average of $77). Flying from Chicago to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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 CHI to CMH?
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 30, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Columbus in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Columbus?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Columbus. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Columbus flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus
Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus. 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 April 30, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to C01 are scheduled on a Thursday (64 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Columbus?
How often are flights from Chicago to Columbus delayed?
About 17% of weekly flights between Chicago and Columbus have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Columbus flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Columbus flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated April 30, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$155 | Average$305 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$199 | Average$370 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$233 | Average$408 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |