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$109+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus

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CHI — CMH
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Columbus are usually found in August or November, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$201
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$109
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$416
From Chicago (CHI) to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbus
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 29, 2025.

This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/161:19 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop26h 50mFrontier
Sun 5/185:59 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop19h 25mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$201
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:40 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/36:15 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$207
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.
Wed 5/2810:10 amMDW - CMH
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Tue 6/37:20 amCMH - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$207
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1910:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop10h 50mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2012:22 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop20h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$210
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/226:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Sun 5/255:21 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$211
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.
Sat 5/244:15 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Sun 5/2510:31 amCMH - MDW
1 stop2h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/28$217
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.
Thu 5/222:20 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/252:13 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$220
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.
Sat 5/241:45 pmORD - CMH
2 stops9h 23mDelta
Sun 5/256:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/28$222
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 8/51:50 pmORD - CMH
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Wed 8/136:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$237
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/139:14 pmORD - CMH
2 stops23h 27mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/157:21 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop24h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$239
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/68:36 pmMDW - CMH
3 stops35h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/86:59 pmCMH - MDW
2 stops25h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$372

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Columbus that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/16

1:19 pm-5:09 pm

1 stop26h 50m

Columbus

Sun 5/18

5:59 pm-12:24 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$201

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/28

6:40 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Columbus

Tue 6/3

6:15 pm-6:44 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$207

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/28

10:10 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Columbus

Tue 6/3

7:20 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$207

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

10:00 am-9:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Columbus

Tue 5/20

12:22 pm-7:27 am

1 stop20h 05m

$210

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/22

6:00 am-4:24 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Columbus

Sun 5/25

5:21 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$211

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/24

4:15 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 53m

Columbus

Sun 5/25

10:31 am-12:28 pm

1 stop2h 57m

$217

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/22

2:20 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Columbus

Sun 5/25

2:13 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$220

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/24

1:45 pm-12:08 am

2 stops9h 23m

Columbus

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-10:03 am

1 stop5h 03m

$222

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

9:14 pm-9:41 pm

2 stops23h 27m

Columbus

Thu 5/15

7:21 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop24h 48m

$239

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/9

4:00 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Columbus

Thu 7/10

5:00 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$270

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Columbus

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Columbus. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 51 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Chicago to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 29, 2025.

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 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Columbus flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings 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 29, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to C01 are scheduled on a Tuesday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Columbus by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, 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 75.2 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 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 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to Columbus. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
345 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Columbus round-trip?

    Currently priced at $201, Frontier will fly you from Chicago to Columbus and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $207 and $207, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 38% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Columbus one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $109. Users have also found prices from $109 and $110 on Delta and Frontier, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Columbus?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Columbus consider choosing Sun Country Air (100%), Copa Airlines (94%) or Republic Airways (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbus?

    On average you can expect to pay $252 for a flight from Chicago to Columbus. The cheapest flight overall is $108 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbus) is currently priced at $188.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Columbus?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Columbus 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 to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Chicago to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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