$79+ 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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CMH
Sep 5 — Sep 121
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 August 6, 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 August 6, 2026.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 8/286:05 am -
1 stop26h 38m
Mon 8/318:27 pm -
1 stop18h 09m
Deal found 8/6![Frontier logo]()
$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 10/199:33 pm -
1 stop19h 00m
Tue 10/274:34 pm -
1 stop20h 28m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$211
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/37:05 am -
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Sun 9/68:39 pm -
1 stop27h 29m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$212
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/36:05 am -
1 stop10h 20m
Sun 9/66:10 pm -
1 stop5h 37m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$212
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Sat 9/57:44 pm -
1 stop12h 59m
Sun 9/68:39 pm -
1 stop17h 41m
Deal found 8/2![Frontier logo]()
$213
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/156:25 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Thu 9/177:50 pm -
1 stop4h 54m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$213
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Thu 9/173:50 pm -
1 stop27h 41m
Thu 9/249:16 pm -
1 stop26h 43m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$216
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/293:05 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Sat 9/52:00 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 8/3![Southwest logo]()
$216
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sun 9/611:50 am -
1 stop4h 35m
Tue 9/86:10 pm -
1 stop5h 37m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/52:30 pm -
1 stop5h 42m
Sun 9/68:05 am -
1 stop6h 31m
Deal found 8/4![Delta logo]()
$218
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/319:10 pm -
1 stop11h 33m
Mon 9/710:28 am -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$221
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 10/89:20 am -
1 stop7h 13m
Sun 10/119:55 am -
1 stop15h 00m
Deal found 8/2![Frontier logo]()
$222
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 August 6, 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 August 6, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 10/307:10 am -
1 stop5h 21m
Mon 11/22:11 pm -
1 stop3h 21m
Deal found 8/6![Delta logo]()
$226
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 10/294:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Mon 11/28:45 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 8/2810:36 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Tue 9/812:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/812:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Wed 9/94:05 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/4![Southwest logo]()
$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/192:00 pm -
1 stop6h 04m
Sat 9/2610:32 am -
1 stop3h 26m
Deal found 8/5![Delta logo]()
$275
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/293:05 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Tue 9/17:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Fri 9/114:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Sun 9/137:59 pm -
1 stop4h 41m
Deal found 8/3![United Airlines logo]()
$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Thu 10/296:44 pm -
1 stop4h 14m
Mon 11/22:11 pm -
1 stop4h 49m
Deal found 8/3![Delta logo]()
$275
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 10/131:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Thu 10/158:20 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/4![Southwest logo]()
$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/48:45 am -
1 stop4h 33m
Sat 9/52:12 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/45:20 pm -
1 stop5h 36m
Mon 9/78:05 am -
1 stop6h 03m
Deal found 8/5![Delta logo]()
$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 12/229:22 pm -
Nonstop1h 37m
Sun 12/279:00 am -
Nonstop1h 43m
Deal found 8/5![United Airlines logo]()
$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Fri 8/288:15 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Tue 9/89:10 am -
Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/4![Southwest logo]()
$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1511:10 am -
Nonstop1h 10m
Tue 9/227:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/1![Southwest logo]()
$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Fri 11/67:30 am -
Nonstop1h 31m
Sun 11/85:56 pm -
Nonstop1h 44m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sat 9/267:05 am -
1 stop3h 17m
Mon 9/286:30 am -
1 stop5h 07m
Deal found 8/3![Delta logo]()
$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/267:55 am -
2 stops6h 50m
Mon 9/281:10 pm -
1 stop5h 40m
Deal found 8/5![Southwest logo]()
$280
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 8/287:30 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Sun 8/305:20 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sat 10/1712:53 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Sun 10/186:02 am -
1 stop4h 36m
Deal found 8/3![United Airlines logo]()
$343
Last-minute flights from Chicago to ColumbusDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Columbus. Data last updated August 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Columbus. Data last updated August 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 8/277:44 pm -
1 stop12h 59m
Sun 8/308:39 pm -
1 stop27h 29m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$224
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 8/286:05 am -
1 stop26h 38m
Mon 8/318:27 pm -
1 stop18h 09m
Deal found 8/6![Frontier logo]()
$210
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/293:05 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Sat 9/52:00 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 8/3![Southwest logo]()
$216
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Sat 8/295:59 pm -
1 stop14h 44m
Sun 8/308:39 pm -
1 stop17h 41m
Deal found 8/2![Frontier logo]()
$223
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/319:10 pm -
1 stop11h 33m
Mon 9/710:28 am -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$221
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/37:05 am -
1 stop9h 20m
Sun 9/68:39 pm -
1 stop27h 29m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$212
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/36:05 am -
1 stop10h 20m
Sun 9/66:10 pm -
1 stop5h 37m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$212
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Sat 9/57:44 pm -
1 stop12h 59m
Sun 9/68:39 pm -
1 stop17h 41m
Deal found 8/2![Frontier logo]()
$213
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/52:30 pm -
1 stop5h 42m
Sun 9/68:05 am -
1 stop6h 31m
Deal found 8/4![Delta logo]()
$218
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sun 9/611:50 am -
1 stop4h 35m
Tue 9/86:10 pm -
1 stop5h 37m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$217
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/156:25 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Thu 9/177:50 pm -
1 stop4h 54m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$213
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Thu 9/173:50 pm -
1 stop27h 41m
Thu 9/249:16 pm -
1 stop26h 43m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$216
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 August 6, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 6, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/58:59 am -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 8/6![United Airlines logo]()
$79
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/512:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$79
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/1010:26 am -
1 stop7h 29m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$87
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 8/2511:50 am -
1 stop4h 35m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$87
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Mon 10/56:30 am -
1 stop8h 05m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$88
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 11/37:25 am -
1 stop7h 14m
Deal found 8/2![Frontier logo]()
$88
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/52:30 pm -
1 stop5h 42m
Deal found 8/4![Delta logo]()
$89
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sat 8/295:59 pm -
1 stop14h 44m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$91
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 8/2711:50 am -
1 stop4h 35m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$91
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 8/252:41 pm -
1 stop28h 01m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$93
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 11/36:30 am -
1 stop8h 09m
Deal found 8/2![Frontier logo]()
$94
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 10/77:28 pm -
1 stop21h 05m
Deal found 8/6![Frontier logo]()
$96
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 August 6, 2026.
Round-trip from | $211 (Kiwi.com) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $79 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $376 |
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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 August 6, 2026.
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ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/30
7:10 am-1:31 pm
1 stop5h 21m
Columbus
Mon 11/2
2:11 pm-4:32 pm
1 stop3h 21m
$226
ChicagoColumbus
MDW Chicago Midway - CMH Columbus
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Thu 10/29
4:15 pm-6:25 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
Columbus
Mon 11/2
8:45 am-9:05 am
Nonstop1h 20m
$255
ChicagoColumbus
MDW Chicago Midway - CMH Columbus
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Tue 9/8
12:45 pm-2:55 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
Columbus
Wed 9/9
4:05 pm-4:20 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
$255
Quickest round-trip
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MDW Chicago Midway - CMH Columbus
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Sat 8/29
3:05 pm-5:15 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
Columbus
Tue 9/1
7:30 pm-7:40 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
$255
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MDW Chicago Midway - CMH Columbus
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Tue 10/13
1:00 pm-3:10 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
Columbus
Thu 10/15
8:20 pm-8:35 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
$255
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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
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Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 9/19
2:00 pm-9:04 pm
1 stop6h 04m
Columbus
Sat 9/26
10:32 am-12:58 pm
1 stop3h 26m
$275
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MDW Chicago Midway - CMH Columbus
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Thu 10/29
6:44 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop4h 14m
Columbus
Mon 11/2
2:11 pm-6:00 pm
1 stop4h 49m
$275
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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 8/28
10:36 am-1:06 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
Columbus
Tue 9/8
12:30 pm-1:06 pm
Nonstop1h 36m
$278
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MDW Chicago Midway - CMH Columbus
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Fri 8/28
8:15 am-10:35 am
Nonstop1h 20m
Columbus
Tue 9/8
9:10 am-9:20 am
Nonstop1h 10m
$278
ChicagoColumbus
MDW Chicago Midway - CMH Columbus
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Tue 9/15
11:10 am-1:20 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
Columbus
Tue 9/22
7:30 pm-7:40 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
$278
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Columbus?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus (average of $307). Flying from Chicago to Columbus in January is currently the most expensive (average of $521). 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 August 6, 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.
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 August 6, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to C01 are scheduled on a Wednesday (64 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Columbus?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Columbus flights typically cost between $290 and $673 in August.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $210 on Frontier (Aug 28-Aug 31).
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 123 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 Sunday 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, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Columbus?
Booking 88 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 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 August 1, 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 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 August 6, 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.
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$166 | Average$315 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$209 | Average$395 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$253 | Average$491 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |