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$66+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 2/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — CMH
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbus are usually found in September or May, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/214:42 pm
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop16h 50m
Frontier
Mon 2/2311:19 am
CMH
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ORD
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/195:05 am
ORD
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CMH
1 stop27h 54m
Frontier
Mon 2/2311:19 am
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/144:42 pm
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop16h 50m
Frontier
Sun 2/2211:17 am
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/273:40 pm
ORD
-
CMH
1 stop18h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/211:19 am
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop12h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/248:16 pm
ORD
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CMH
1 stop13h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/37:37 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1 stop21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/192:49 pm
ORD
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 24m
American Airlines
Mon 2/237:33 pm
CMH
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$171
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/216:55 am
ORD
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 36m
American Airlines
Mon 2/237:33 pm
CMH
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/2411:51 am
ORD
-
CMH
2 stops11h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/256:15 am
CMH
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ORD
1 stop13h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$181

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$154
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$66
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$487

Good round-trip deal

$287 or less

Good one-way deal

$214 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

1:00 pm-3:28 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Columbus

Mon 3/9

5:30 am-6:19 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$171

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

1:00 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Columbus

Thu 3/12

7:00 am-7:43 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$171

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/24

10:57 am-1:22 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Columbus

Wed 3/25

9:15 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$171

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

2:40 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Columbus

Mon 3/9

5:30 am-12:50 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$182

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

10:35 am-5:13 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Columbus

Thu 2/19

10:20 am-1:20 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$191

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/19

6:45 am-3:04 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Columbus

Mon 2/23

2:09 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop3h 32m

$191

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/24

7:10 am-3:26 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Columbus

Wed 3/25

6:15 am-9:10 am

1 stop3h 55m

$191

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/21

2:05 pm-9:07 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Columbus

Sat 2/28

11:12 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$191

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

7:41 pm-12:10 am

1 stop3h 29m

Columbus

Mon 3/9

6:24 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$191

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/7

6:57 pm-10:47 am

2 stops38h 50m

Columbus

Sat 2/14

11:25 am-7:50 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$195

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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 O'Hare Intl to Columbus in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl Airport-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl to Columbus

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Columbus. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport (average of $132). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $241). 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 ORD to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 January 26, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Columbus. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 January 26, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport in about 1h 28m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 37m. There are 295 mi between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $161, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. American Airlines is priced at 50% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $91 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and United Airlines, with prices starting from $93 and $117, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Columbus Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Copa Airlines (81%), Envoy Air (79%), United Airlines( 76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $94. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbus) can be booked for $164 on average, our data indicates $512 when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Columbus?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport (average of $132). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $241). 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 2 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Columbus

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$161Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$206Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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