Question 1

How often are flights from Chicago to Columbus delayed?

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About 16% of weekly flights between Chicago and Columbus have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 minutes.

Question 2

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Columbus flights?

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Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

Question 3

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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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.

Question 4

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Columbus flights?

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Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

Question 5

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

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Currently priced at $177, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Columbus and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $238 and $253, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 57% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

Question 6

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

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For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $86. Users have also found prices from $105 and $119 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

Question 7

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

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Booking 90 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.

Question 8

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Columbus?

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Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus (average of $345). 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.

Question 9

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

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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Columbus flight should consider departing on Sunday 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.

Question 10

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus

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The most flights from CHI to C01 are scheduled on a Sunday (67 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (43 on average).

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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.

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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).

Question 13

What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbus?

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On average you can expect to pay $383 for a flight from Chicago to Columbus. The cheapest flight overall is $120 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbus) is currently priced at $277.

Question 14

What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Columbus?

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No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Columbus consider choosing Republic Airways (76%), United Airlines (72%) or Copa Airlines (71%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

Question 15

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Columbus?

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Before booking your flight from Chicago to Columbus check out the most popular airlines for this route: United Airlines, American Airlines or Southwest.

Question 16

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to CMH?

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A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Columbus at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Question 17

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

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

Question 18

How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Columbus?

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

Question 19

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

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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.

Popular in	January
Cheapest in	December
Average price	$419

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
American Airlines	Cheapest$177	Average$318	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$209	Average$398	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$253	Average$521	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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

Booking 90 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?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to CMH?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Columbus at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Columbus flight should consider departing on Sunday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus

The most flights from CHI to C01 are scheduled on a Sunday (67 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (43 on average).

How often are flights from Chicago to Columbus delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Chicago and Columbus have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 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 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, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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