$79+ 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 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CMH
Sep 19 — Sep 261
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to ColumbusExplore 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, 2026.
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, 2026.
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 9/2511:15 am -
1 stop8h 16m
Mon 9/284:30 pm -
1 stop8h 53m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$198
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/246:25 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Sun 9/277:50 pm -
1 stop4h 54m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$198
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.
Sat 9/57:44 pm -
1 stop12h 59m
Wed 9/94:30 pm -
1 stop8h 53m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$199
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2411:15 am -
1 stop8h 16m
Sun 9/279:16 pm -
1 stop26h 43m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$205
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/255:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Mon 9/2810:26 am -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$206
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Fri 9/252:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Mon 9/287:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/17![Southwest logo]()
$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/149:25 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Fri 9/188:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 8/17![American Airlines logo]()
$207
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/238:29 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Tue 12/12:00 pm -
1 stop3h 24m
Deal found 8/19![Delta logo]()
$208
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Thu 9/176:25 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Sun 9/207:50 pm -
1 stop4h 54m
Deal found 8/20![Frontier logo]()
$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/66:05 am -
1 stop10h 20m
Tue 9/86:10 pm -
1 stop24h 41m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$211
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1811:15 am -
1 stop8h 16m
Sun 9/209:16 pm -
1 stop14h 04m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$212
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.
Wed 9/97:28 pm -
1 stop22h 27m
Tue 9/157:50 pm -
2 stops40h 50m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$213
Best flights from Chicago to ColumbusDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 20, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 20, 2026.
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/184:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Sat 9/196:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 39m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$206
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/255:45 am -
1 stop6h 20m
Mon 9/287:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/18![Southwest logo]()
$216
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/25:10 pm -
1 stop5h 46m
Sat 10/312:06 pm -
1 stop5h 08m
Deal found 8/19![Delta logo]()
$226
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/305:29 pm -
1 stop5h 29m
Mon 11/22:11 pm -
1 stop3h 21m
Deal found 8/18![Delta logo]()
$226
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/105:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Thu 2/117:00 am -
1 stop3h 25m
Deal found 8/20![Southwest logo]()
$239
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2610:44 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Sun 9/275:20 am -
Nonstop1h 37m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Sat 9/57:30 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Mon 9/711:05 am -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$259
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/98:50 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 9/167:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/20![Southwest logo]()
$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/268:55 am -
1 stop3h 34m
Sun 9/278:15 am -
1 stop3h 22m
Deal found 8/15![Delta logo]()
$272
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/242:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Sun 10/43:50 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 8/15![Southwest logo]()
$262
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/179:29 am -
1 stop4h 47m
Sun 10/186:25 am -
1 stop3h 52m
Deal found 8/18![Delta logo]()
$283
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1912:55 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Sat 9/2610:26 am -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/20![United Airlines logo]()
$294
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/108:15 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Sun 9/1312:45 pm -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 8/18![Southwest logo]()
$273
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/19:25 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Sun 10/46:02 am -
1 stop4h 36m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/267:55 am -
2 stops6h 50m
Mon 9/287:10 am -
2 stops6h 05m
Deal found 8/20![Southwest logo]()
$285
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/79:25 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Sat 10/107:59 pm -
1 stop4h 32m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$294
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/26:12 pm -
1 stop4h 47m
Sat 10/37:17 am -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/42:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Sat 9/54:25 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/15![Southwest logo]()
$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/228:45 am -
1 stop4h 33m
Thu 9/2412:36 pm -
Nonstop1h 37m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$297
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/255:55 am -
1 stop5h 30m
Sun 9/277:10 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/18![Southwest logo]()
$311
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:59 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Thu 9/177:59 pm -
1 stop4h 41m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$297
Last-minute flights from Chicago to ColumbusDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Columbus. Data last updated August 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Columbus. Data last updated August 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
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.
Sat 9/57:44 pm -
1 stop12h 59m
Wed 9/94:30 pm -
1 stop8h 53m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/66:05 am -
1 stop10h 20m
Tue 9/86:10 pm -
1 stop24h 41m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$211
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.
Wed 9/97:28 pm -
1 stop22h 27m
Tue 9/157:50 pm -
2 stops40h 50m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$213
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/149:25 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Fri 9/188:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 8/17![American Airlines logo]()
$207
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Thu 9/176:25 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Sun 9/207:50 pm -
1 stop4h 54m
Deal found 8/20![Frontier logo]()
$209
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1811:15 am -
1 stop8h 16m
Sun 9/209:16 pm -
1 stop14h 04m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$212
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/246:25 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Sun 9/277:50 pm -
1 stop4h 54m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$198
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2411:15 am -
1 stop8h 16m
Sun 9/279:16 pm -
1 stop26h 43m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$205
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.
Thu 9/2410:26 am -
1 stop7h 29m
Tue 9/297:50 pm -
2 stops40h 50m
Deal found 8/18![Frontier logo]()
$216
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 9/2511:15 am -
1 stop8h 16m
Mon 9/284:30 pm -
1 stop8h 53m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$198
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/255:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Mon 9/2810:26 am -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$206
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/252:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Mon 9/287:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/18![Southwest logo]()
$206
One-way flights from Chicago to ColumbusSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 20, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 20, 2026.
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/309:16 am -
Nonstop1h 39m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$79
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 9/216:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 8/17![Southwest logo]()
$79
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/156:20 am -
1 stop11h 35m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/156:25 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/143:50 pm -
1 stop27h 41m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$82
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/16:25 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$82
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.
Tue 10/206:00 am -
1 stop11h 48m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$85
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/176:25 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Deal found 8/20![Frontier logo]()
$85
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1811:15 am -
1 stop8h 16m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$88
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1711:09 am -
1 stop3h 07m
Deal found 8/18![Delta logo]()
$89
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 9/147:01 pm -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 8/17![Delta logo]()
$89
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 9/113:50 pm -
1 stop27h 41m
Deal found 8/18![Frontier logo]()
$94
Find 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, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $198 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $79 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $449 |
Good round-trip deal | $341 or less |
Good one-way deal | $158 or less |
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ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 9/18
4:30 pm-7:08 pm
Nonstop1h 38m
Columbus
Sat 9/19
6:03 pm-6:42 pm
Nonstop1h 39m
$206
ChicagoColumbus
MDW Chicago Midway - CMH Columbus
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Fri 9/25
5:45 am-1:05 pm
1 stop6h 20m
Columbus
Mon 9/28
7:35 pm-7:45 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
$216
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/2
5:10 pm-11:56 pm
1 stop5h 46m
Columbus
Sat 10/3
12:06 pm-4:14 pm
1 stop5h 08m
$226
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/30
5:29 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop5h 29m
Columbus
Mon 11/2
2:11 pm-4:32 pm
1 stop3h 21m
$226
ChicagoColumbus
MDW Chicago Midway - CMH Columbus
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Wed 2/10
5:35 pm-7:50 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
Columbus
Thu 2/11
7:00 am-9:25 am
1 stop3h 25m
$239
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 9/26
10:44 am-1:14 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
Columbus
Sun 9/27
5:20 am-5:57 am
Nonstop1h 37m
$252
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 9/5
7:30 am-10:00 am
Nonstop1h 30m
Columbus
Mon 9/7
11:05 am-11:39 am
Nonstop1h 34m
$259
ChicagoColumbus
MDW Chicago Midway - CMH Columbus
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Wed 9/9
8:50 am-11:10 am
Nonstop1h 20m
Columbus
Wed 9/16
7:30 pm-7:40 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
$259
ChicagoColumbus
MDW Chicago Midway - CMH Columbus
MDWCMH
Chicago Midway
Thu 9/24
2:50 pm-5:00 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
Columbus
Sun 10/4
3:50 pm-9:50 pm
1 stop7h 00m
$262
ChicagoColumbus
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CMH Columbus
ORDCMH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 9/26
8:55 am-1:29 pm
1 stop3h 34m
Columbus
Sun 9/27
8:15 am-10:37 am
1 stop3h 22m
$272
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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Columbus
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Columbus in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Columbus
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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MDW-CMH
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport (average of $323). Flying from Chicago to Columbus Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $521). 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, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Columbus Airport at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.
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, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to CMH are scheduled on a Wednesday (67 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Columbus Airport?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Columbus Airport flights typically cost between $258 and $543 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $198 on Frontier (Sep 25-Sep 28).
How often are flights from Chicago to Columbus delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Chicago and Columbus have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Columbus flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Columbus flights?
Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Columbus Airport?
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 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 15, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport, such as Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSarah,Aug 2024
MDW - AUS
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$177 | Average$343 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$228 | Average$444 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$253 | Average$507 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |