$87+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Columbus
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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — CMH
Oct 4 — Oct 111
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to ColumbusExplore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 4, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 4, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/136:00 am -
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Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$188
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
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Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$190
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Tue 9/223:50 pm -
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Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$196
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$199
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
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Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$200
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2410:26 am -
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Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$203
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/296:20 am -
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Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$207
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2410:26 am -
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Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$208
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Wed 9/236:30 am -
1 stop8h 05m
Sat 9/269:16 pm -
1 stop26h 43m
Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$209
Best flights from O'Hare Intl to ColumbusDiscover carefully curated flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 4, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 4, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
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Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 9/2912:53 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Thu 10/12:16 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/30![United Airlines logo]()
$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
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Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Fri 10/166:55 am -
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Deal found 9/1![United Airlines logo]()
$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 11/147:55 pm -
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Deal found 9/1![United Airlines logo]()
$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sun 9/278:50 am -
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Tue 9/2910:26 am -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 10/612:53 pm -
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1 stop4h 36m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Mon 10/269:20 pm -
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Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/68:50 am -
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Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Wed 11/259:00 am -
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Deal found 8/31![United Airlines logo]()
$347
Last-minute flights from O'Hare Intl to ColumbusDiscover last-minute flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Columbus. Data last updated September 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Columbus. Data last updated September 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Tue 9/223:50 pm -
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1 stop26h 43m
Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$196
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Wed 9/236:30 am -
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1 stop8h 53m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$200
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Wed 9/236:30 am -
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Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$209
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2410:26 am -
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Sat 9/269:16 pm -
1 stop26h 43m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$203
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2410:26 am -
1 stop7h 29m
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1 stop26h 43m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$208
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/296:20 am -
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Tue 10/69:16 pm -
1 stop26h 43m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$207
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Wed 9/306:30 am -
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1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$190
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/66:20 am -
1 stop11h 35m
Wed 10/79:16 pm -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$199
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/136:00 am -
1 stop11h 48m
Tue 10/206:12 pm -
1 stop14h 39m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$188
One-way flights from O'Hare Intl to ColumbusSearch for one-way flight options from O'Hare Intl to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 4, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from O'Hare Intl to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 4, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
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Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$87
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
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Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$88
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
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Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$90
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$92
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/136:00 am -
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Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$93
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Tue 9/296:20 am -
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$96
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2410:26 am -
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Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$97
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Mon 9/287:28 pm -
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Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$99
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
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Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$100
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
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Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$103
Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Columbus
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 September 4, 2026.
Round-trip from | $188 (Expedia) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $87 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $322 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus that are best for you.
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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 9/24
10:44 am-1:14 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$142
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 10/12
7:50 pm-10:28 pm
Nonstop1h 38m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$142
Quickest round-trip
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 9/28
9:25 pm-11:54 pm
Nonstop1h 29m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$142
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 11/7
10:38 am-1:10 pm
Nonstop1h 32m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$142
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 3/2
7:00 am-1:28 pm
1 stop5h 28m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$152
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 10/3
7:05 am-11:22 am
1 stop3h 17m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$152
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/16
9:25 pm-11:54 pm
Nonstop1h 29m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$155
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/2
7:30 pm-11:56 pm
1 stop3h 26m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$165
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/2
12:53 pm-3:27 pm
Nonstop1h 34m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$170
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 10/17
12:53 pm-3:27 pm
Nonstop1h 34m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$170
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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Columbus
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from O'Hare Intl with our price prediction graph.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus (average of $340). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus in February is currently the most expensive (average of $514). 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 CMH?
Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 September 4, 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus
Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 September 4, 2026.
The most flights from ORD to C01 are scheduled on a Thursday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus flights typically cost between $247 and $497 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $188 on Frontier (Oct 13-Oct 20).
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 127 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 in the evening 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 Monday 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.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus?
The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Columbus. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 September 4, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Food
6.7
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDawn,Aug 2026
ORD - DEN
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Food
6.7
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDawn,Aug 2026
ORD - DEN
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Food
6.7
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDawn,Aug 2026
ORD - DEN
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