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$69+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Illinois

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CMH — ORD
Jul 1 — Jul 81
Tue 7/1
Tue 7/8
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated June 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$157
(Southwest)

One-way from

$69
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$329

Good round-trip deal

$315 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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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 June 26, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 10/215:40 amCMH - ORD
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Thu 10/231:50 pmORD - CMH
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/25$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/296:50 pmCMH - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Mon 9/19:40 amMDW - CMH
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/25$160
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 8/148:45 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/178:15 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/26$160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/96:50 amCMH - MDW
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Sat 8/1610:31 amMDW - CMH
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/25$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/910:26 amCMH - ORD
1 stop3h 24mDelta
Sat 8/167:05 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Deal found 6/25$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/207:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/227:37 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/24$192
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 8/295:30 amCMH - STL
1 stop3h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/17:01 amSTL - CMH
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/26$195
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/316:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop11h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/63:29 pmORD - CMH
2 stops16h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/24$201
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/105:25 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop7h 45mFrontier
Mon 7/145:01 amORD - CMH
1 stop5h 41mFrontier
Deal found 6/24$226
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Tue 7/86:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop4h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/105:40 amORD - CMH
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24$229
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Fri 7/119:22 amCMH - MDW
1 stop6h 44mFrontier
Thu 7/179:12 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop10h 12mFrontier
Deal found 6/24$236
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Mon 10/67:55 pmCMH - STL
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Fri 10/107:05 pmSTL - CMH
1 stop3h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/25$238

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Illinois that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 8/12

6:35 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/14

1:50 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$157

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 8/14

6:34 am-7:08 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/17

8:15 am-10:41 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$160

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Thu 8/7

6:50 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/10

9:00 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$160

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Sat 8/9

10:26 am-12:29 pm

1 stop3h 03m

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/16

10:31 am-5:10 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$177

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 8/9

10:26 am-12:50 pm

1 stop3h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

7:05 am-2:46 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$177

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 8/30

5:03 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

7:15 am-10:52 pm

1 stop14h 37m

$181

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 9/20

7:00 am-7:28 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

7:37 pm-10:09 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$192

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Thu 7/17

3:08 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/19

9:12 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop15h 58m

$195

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Fri 8/29

5:30 am-8:20 am

1 stop3h 50m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/1

7:01 am-2:19 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$195

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

3:29 pm-9:10 am

2 stops16h 41m

$201

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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 Airport to Illinois

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Columbus Airport to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 June 26, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus Airport to Illinois as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus Airport 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 June 26, 2025.

The most flights from CMH to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 June 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus Airport to Illinois to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,838 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,088 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Illinois are Southwest ($69), American Airlines ($80), and Frontier ($100).

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

    The most popular route from Columbus Airport to Illinois is Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Columbus - Chicago Midway or Columbus - Lambert-St Louis.

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

    Before booking your flight to Illinois from Columbus Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: GoJet (100%), Republic Airways (95%), ANA( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to Illinois?

    While on average a flight from Columbus Airport to Illinois is generally $912, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $128. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $127 for that flight.

  • 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 Airport to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Columbus Airport to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 June 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$171Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$179Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$230Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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