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$90+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus (CMH)

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 10/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CMH
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Columbus are usually found in May or August, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus (CMH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$159
(Frontier)

One-way from

$90
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$297

Good round-trip deal

$177 or less

Good one-way deal

$93 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/55:10 amORD - CMH
1 stop11h 35mFrontier
Thu 9/1111:21 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Tue 9/1611:13 amORD - CMH
1 stop19h 16mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/235:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop13h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/19$162
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/106:20 amMDW - CMH
1 stop4h 45mFrontier
Sun 10/127:08 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop6h 28mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$162
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:20 amMDW - CMH
1 stop10h 25mFrontier
Mon 9/86:40 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop5h 40mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$163
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Tue 9/910:27 amORD - CMH
2 stops20h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/135:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop13h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/19$164
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/85:05 amORD - CMH
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/95:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop13h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$165
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:20 amMDW - CMH
1 stop10h 25mFrontier
Mon 9/156:40 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop5h 40mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$165
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/245:05 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 00mFrontier
Sun 10/264:10 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop16h 00mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$166
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:20 amMDW - CMH
1 stop10h 25mFrontier
Sun 9/711:21 amCMH - MDW
1 stop21h 02mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sun 9/711:57 amORD - CMH
1 stop22h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/105:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop13h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$167
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Thu 9/115:05 amORD - CMH
1 stop13h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/159:38 pmCMH - ORD
2 stops21h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/19$168
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/85:10 amORD - CMH
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/105:15 amCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$175

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Columbus 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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Columbus

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Price

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

5:10 am-5:45 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Columbus

Thu 9/11

11:21 am-7:44 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$159

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/5

5:10 am-5:45 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Columbus

Thu 9/11

11:21 am-7:44 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$159

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

5:10 am-5:45 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Columbus

Thu 9/25

11:21 am-7:44 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$159

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/26

8:49 pm-10:36 am

1 stop12h 47m

Columbus

Mon 9/29

6:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 30m

$159

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

11:13 am-7:29 am

1 stop19h 16m

Columbus

Tue 9/23

5:15 am-5:39 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$162

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Fri 10/10

6:20 am-12:05 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Columbus

Sun 10/12

7:08 pm-12:36 am

1 stop6h 28m

$162

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/5

6:20 am-5:45 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Columbus

Mon 9/8

6:40 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$163

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

10:27 am-7:29 am

2 stops20h 02m

Columbus

Sat 9/13

5:15 am-5:39 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$164

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

5:05 am-6:58 pm

1 stop12h 53m

Columbus

Tue 9/9

5:15 am-5:39 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$165

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/12

6:20 am-5:45 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Columbus

Mon 9/15

6:40 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$165

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Columbus. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Chicago to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 CHI to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Columbus Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Columbus. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus. 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 August 20, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to CMH are scheduled on a Monday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated August 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,039 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport?

    For as low as $159, Frontier can have you in Columbus Airport from Chicago in 11h 35m. There are 295 mi between Chicago and Columbus Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $161, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Columbus Airport 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 $197 and $217, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $90. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Columbus Airport for a low price.

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

    Consider GoJet (96%), United Airlines (75%) or ANA (72%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Columbus Airport.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Columbus Airport is $69. On average you can expect to pay $319. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbus), can usually be booked for $163.

  • 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?

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

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Chicago to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Columbus. 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$161Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$197Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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