Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus from $57

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/27. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
CHI — CMH
oct. 3 — oct. 101

How to find the cheapest flight from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus

All the information you need to plan the best CHI to C01 flight in 2023: compare Chicago to Columbus flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Columbus.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$299

One-way from

$89
High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Columbus
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus

CHI - CMH

Price

$299 - $451

CMH

Temperature

30.2 - 75.2 °F

CMH

Rainfall

2.3 - 4.8 inches

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Chicago to Columbus at least 58 days early can save you up to 47% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 58 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Chicago to Columbus for as little as $354 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 $441 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Columbus?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Columbus. Flights to Columbus from Chicago in February are about $320 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $152.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Columbus (CHI - CMH)?

When flying from Chicago to Columbus, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Columbus

Find some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights traveling from Chicago to Columbus. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria

Cheap Delta flights from Chicago to Columbus

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Cheap Chicago to Columbus flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for CHI to Columbus flights for September, October
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Chicago to Columbus 2023 flight deals

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Non-stop flights to Columbus from Chicago

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One-way flights to Columbus from Chicago

The cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to Columbus
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Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/17

1 stop8h 17m

Columbus

mié. 10/18

1 stop14h 45m

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/17

1 stop8h 17m

Columbus

mar. 10/17

1 stop25h 12m

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 12/24

Nonstop1h 29m

Columbus

jue. 12/28

Nonstop1h 29m

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 10/12

1 stop13h 47m

Columbus

lun. 10/16

1 stop14h 09m

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/18

1 stop17h 27m

Columbus

mié. 10/25

1 stop11h 51m

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/17

2 stops20h 21m

Columbus

mar. 10/24

2 stops21h 58m

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 11/20

1 stop3h 31m

Columbus

jue. 11/23

1 stop6h 55m

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 11/6

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

lun. 11/6

1 stop4h 48m

Chicago O'Hare IntlColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 10/26

1 stop7h 51m

Columbus

jue. 11/2

1 stop21h 42m

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Deals found on 9/27

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, Delta and American 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,483 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

Frontier
5.8
Fair
762 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Chicago to Columbus flights.

Can I find flights from Chicago to Columbus for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Columbus for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $125, but on average you can expect to pay $146.

Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Columbus for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to Columbus under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Columbus is less than $225.

Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Columbus for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Columbus within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from Chicago to Columbus?

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Columbus on average per day?

On average, you can expect to see 68 flights from Chicago to Columbus a day.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 29% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 40% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 31% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Chicago to Columbus?

For as low as $136, United Airlines can have you in Columbus from Chicago in 1h 29m. Chicago and Columbus are separated by a distance of 297 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

Currently priced at $136, United Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Columbus and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Spirit Airlines for as low as $140. Users have found that United Airlines is 57% 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 Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $57. Users have also found prices from $68 and $70 on United Airlines and Spirit Airlines, 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 GoJet (100%), Copa Airlines (88%) or Republic Airways (85%) 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 $212 for a flight from Chicago to Columbus. The cheapest flight overall is $91 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbus) is currently priced at $135.

What does ORD to CMH mean?

ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, while CMH stands for Columbus 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. Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

Other flights from Chicago

Top 2 airlines flying from Chicago to Columbus

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Chicago to Columbus choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$152Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus

See what time of day planes typically take off from Chicago to Columbus
1%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
25%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
49%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
25%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Chicago to Columbus
Sunday29daily flights
Monday39daily flights
Tuesday18daily flights
Wednesday15daily flights
Thursday30daily flights
Friday33daily flights
Saturday28daily flights

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