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$69+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Illinois

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CMH — ORD
Apr 20 — Apr 271
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 21, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/157:10 pm
CMH
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Fri 4/176:45 pm
MDW
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16$167
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 4/1510:39 am
CMH
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Sat 4/1810:47 am
ORD
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/18$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Fri 5/16:35 pm
CMH
-
ORD
2 stops16h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/44:28 pm
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop23h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$168
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Wed 4/157:10 pm
CMH
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 4/228:15 am
MDW
-
CMH
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/17$172
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 4/98:00 pm
CMH
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Mon 4/136:45 pm
MDW
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Thu 4/2310:39 am
CMH
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Fri 4/242:20 pm
ORD
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/17$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/292:52 pm
CMH
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 37m
American Airlines
Fri 5/13:13 pm
ORD
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$178
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:35 pm
CMH
-
MDW
1 stop4h 51m
Frontier
Sun 5/38:39 am
MDW
-
CMH
1 stop24h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$180
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Fri 5/16:35 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop5h 04m
Frontier
Thu 5/75:30 pm
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop25h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Fri 4/176:35 pm
CMH
-
MDW
1 stop4h 51m
Frontier
Sun 4/196:00 am
MDW
-
CMH
1 stop7h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$181
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Wed 5/136:25 am
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop3h 20m
Delta
Wed 5/132:00 pm
ORD
-
CMH
2 stops9h 25m
Delta
Deal found 3/17$182
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Wed 4/156:25 am
CMH
-
MDW
1 stop3h 22m
Delta
Fri 4/176:38 pm
MDW
-
CMH
1 stop4h 27m
Delta
Deal found 3/17$187

Find flight deals from Columbus to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated March 21, 2026.

Round-trip from

$167
(Southwest)

One-way from

$69
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$365
From Columbus to Illinois
One-way flight from Columbus to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Illinois 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 March 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Illinois that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Wed 5/27

1:15 pm-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/27

2:35 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$172

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 4/7

6:15 am-9:10 am

1 stop3h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

5:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$177

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 5/2

2:19 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

10:47 pm-1:13 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$177

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Sat 5/9

4:30 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/12

6:05 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$177

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Sat 5/16

8:20 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/20

1:55 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$177

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Fri 4/10

3:30 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/11

6:10 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 45m

$187

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Thu 4/16

8:30 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/23

12:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$187

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Fri 5/1

3:30 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/7

6:05 am-1:05 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$187

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 5/9

12:00 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/12

2:40 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$187

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Fri 5/1

8:05 am-12:43 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/4

6:38 pm-12:05 am

1 stop4h 27m

$197

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Illinois

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Illinois (average of $106). Flying from Columbus to Illinois in May is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 CMH to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 21, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus to Illinois in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Illinois. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Illinois flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 Columbus to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Illinois. 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 March 21, 2026.

The most flights from C01 to USIL are scheduled on a Friday (63 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated March 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Columbus to Illinois have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Illinois?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus to Illinois in 1h 15m. Fly via Southwest, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Columbus and Illinois is about 282 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Illinois are Southwest ($48), American Airlines ($63), and Frontier ($78).

  • What are the most popular routes from Columbus to Illinois?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbus to Illinois?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Columbus to Illinois consider choosing British Airways (80%), Envoy Air (75%) or Royal Jordanian (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Illinois?

    On average you can expect to pay $840 for a flight from Columbus to Illinois. The cheapest flight overall is $101 while the most popular route, (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $157.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Illinois?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Illinois 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 Columbus to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Illinois (average of $106). Flying from Columbus to Illinois in May is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Illinois

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Illinois. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$135Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
FrontierCheapest$143Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$155Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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