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$70+ 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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CMH
May 2 — May 91
Sat 5/2
Sat 5/9
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 2, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/219:49 am
ORD
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CMH
Nonstop1h 32m
American Airlines
Sat 4/258:00 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop4h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/31$208
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/218:00 am
MDW
-
CMH
1 stop3h 30m
Southwest
Sat 4/258:20 am
CMH
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 4/176:40 am
ORD
-
CMH
2 stops10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/237:00 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop16h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 4/176:00 am
MDW
-
CMH
2 stops30h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/2012:10 pm
CMH
-
MDW
1 stop8h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/111:28 am
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop5h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/47:58 pm
CMH
-
ORD
2 stops12h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/157:15 pm
ORD
-
CMH
2 stops18h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/197:00 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop17h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 4/251:27 pm
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/267:00 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop16h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/228:15 am
MDW
-
CMH
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Sat 4/254:30 pm
CMH
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Mon 4/2010:55 am
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop7h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/246:35 pm
CMH
-
ORD
2 stops15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/222:15 pm
MDW
-
CMH
1 stop23h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/256:00 am
CMH
-
MDW
2 stops13h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 4/194:28 pm
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop17h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/256:00 am
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop16h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 8/276:55 am
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop9h 17m
Frontier
Tue 9/16:07 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop14h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$217

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 April 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$208
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$70
(Expedia)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$323

Good round-trip deal

$320 or less

Good one-way deal

$214 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 April 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/11

7:50 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Columbus

Wed 5/13

11:40 am-3:45 pm

2 stops5h 05m

$213

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/11

6:24 am-1:25 pm

2 stops6h 01m

Columbus

Wed 5/13

4:49 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$223

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/2

8:41 am-11:12 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Columbus

Sat 5/9

12:51 pm-1:33 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$239
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/2

7:40 am-9:50 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Columbus

Sat 5/9

4:30 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$239

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

7:43 pm-12:05 am

1 stop3h 22m

Columbus

Sat 4/25

6:25 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 54m

$259

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

8:10 am-3:54 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Columbus

Mon 5/11

3:02 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$259

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/2

1:55 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Columbus

Sat 5/9

12:00 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$259

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/22

7:00 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop3h 52m

Columbus

Tue 5/26

10:47 am-2:57 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$267

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/21

10:15 am-9:30 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Columbus

Sat 4/25

12:00 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$269

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/20

11:40 am-10:05 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Columbus

Wed 4/22

11:40 am-3:45 pm

2 stops5h 05m

$275

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • 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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Cheapflights Insights

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 March 13, 2026.

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 44 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 $81). Flying from Chicago to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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 April 2, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Columbus Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 March 28, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon 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.

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 April 2, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to CMH are scheduled on a Wednesday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Columbus Airport?

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 122 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, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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 April 2, 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,336 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,336 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,336 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,533 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,336 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,548 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,336 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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 Chicago to Columbus. 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 Chicago to Columbus Airport?

    For as low as $213, Southwest can have you in Columbus Airport from Chicago in 1h 10m. There are 282 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 $155, Southwest will fly you from Chicago to Columbus Airport and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $155 and $207, respectively. Users have found that Southwest is 55% 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 American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $91. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Frontier, 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 Finnair (100%), GoJet (83%) or Japan Airlines (82%) 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 $88. On average you can expect to pay $413. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbus), can usually be booked for $130.

  • 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 $81). Flying from Chicago to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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 April 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$155Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$155Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$207Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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