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$286+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus, MS (GTR)

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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — GTR
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbus
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/197:36 amORD - GTR
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/213:46 pmGTR - ORD
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$656

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Expedia
3 stars

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$286
(American Airlines)
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ChicagoColumbus

ORD - GTR

ORDGTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

9:11 am-3:32 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Sat 1/31

4:03 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$286

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - GTR

ORDGTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

5:30 am-12:47 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-4:22 pm

2 stops10h 22m

$323

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - GTR

ORDGTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

5:30 am-12:47 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Fri 1/16

6:00 am-1:08 pm

2 stops7h 08m

$440

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Deals found on 12/15

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Columbus in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Columbus, Mississippi flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Columbus, Mississippi flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Columbus, Mississippi flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Columbus, Mississippi flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Columbus, Mississippi flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus, Mississippi (average of $162). Flying from Chicago to Columbus, Mississippi in January is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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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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 airport do you fly into for flights to Columbus from Chicago?

    Most people fly into Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. (GTR) if they book a flight to Columbus from Chicago. On average, Golden Triangle Reg. has 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 0 airlines. Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. is conveniently located just 9.9 mi from Columbus’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Columbus, Mississippi?

    American Airlines and Delta can get you from Chicago to Columbus, Mississippi in just under 6h 21m. Your travel time can differ by up to 56m. There are 590 mi between Chicago and Columbus, Mississippi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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?

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  • 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, Mississippi?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus, Mississippi (average of $162). Flying from Chicago to Columbus, Mississippi in January is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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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