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$239+ Cheap flights from Columbus, MS (GTR) to Illinois

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 7/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GTR — ORD
Mar 9 — Mar 161
Mon 3/9
Mon 3/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Illinois
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/53:45 pm
GTR
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ORD
1 stop7h 51m
American Airlines
Tue 3/107:00 am
ORD
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GTR
1 stop8h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/6$432
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Thu 3/56:00 am
GTR
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ORD
1 stop4h 14m
Delta
Tue 3/1012:00 pm
ORD
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GTR
2 stops8h 58m
Delta
Deal found 2/6$443

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ColumbusChicago

GTR - ORD

GTRORD

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Thu 3/5

3:45 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$432

ColumbusChicago

GTR - ORD

GTRORD

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

12:00 pm-8:58 pm

2 stops8h 58m

$443

ColumbusChicago

GTR - ORD

GTRORD

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Fri 7/31

2:37 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$239

ColumbusChicago

GTR - ORD

GTRORD

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Fri 7/31

3:45 pm-6:31 am

2 stops14h 46m

$338

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Deals found on 2/4

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus, Mississippi to Illinois (average of $181). Flying from Columbus, Mississippi to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Columbus to Illinois?

    Located just 9.9 mi from the city center, Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. (GTR) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Illinois from Columbus.

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

    Airlines like American Airlines and Delta fly from Columbus, Mississippi to Illinois in about 4h 14m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 37m. There are 590 mi between Columbus, Mississippi and Illinois. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    While some choose either Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. - Moline Quad-City or Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. - Chicago Midway is the most popular route from Columbus, Mississippi to Illinois.

  • 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, Mississippi to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus, Mississippi to Illinois (average of $181). Flying from Columbus, Mississippi to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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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