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$99+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus (CMH)

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CHI — CMH
Jul 1 — Jul 81
Tue 7/1
Tue 7/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Columbus are usually found in May or August, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Friday

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 June 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$190
(Delta)

One-way from

$99
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$343

Good round-trip deal

$247 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 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 June 26, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/211:01 amORD - CMH
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Sun 8/36:40 amCMH - ORD
1 stop4h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/25$190
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/189:07 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/3110:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/24$193
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/58:35 pmMDW - CMH
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Wed 8/66:00 amCMH - MDW
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/23$194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/21:09 pmMDW - CMH
2 stops10h 31mDelta
Sun 8/36:40 amCMH - MDW
1 stop3h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/24$195
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/99:12 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Sat 8/1610:04 amCMH - MDW
1 stop11h 18mFrontier
Deal found 6/26$205
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/710:43 amORD - CMH
1 stop10h 24mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/86:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop4h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/23$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/307:10 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/76:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/24$215
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/185:01 amORD - CMH
1 stop5h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/229:17 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop19h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24$228
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/215:01 amORD - CMH
1 stop5h 41mFrontier
Thu 7/245:25 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop7h 45mFrontier
Deal found 6/25$266
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/108:14 pmMDW - CMH
3 stops27h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/139:17 pmCMH - MDW
2 stops17h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$584

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

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Fly to

Columbus

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Price

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/2

11:01 am-5:19 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Columbus

Sun 8/3

6:40 am-10:16 am

1 stop4h 36m

$190

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

9:07 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Columbus

Sun 8/31

10:00 am-2:09 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$193

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/5

8:35 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Columbus

Wed 8/6

6:00 am-1:30 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$194

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/2

1:09 pm-12:40 am

2 stops10h 31m

Columbus

Sun 8/3

6:40 am-8:44 am

1 stop3h 04m

$195

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/9

9:12 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop15h 58m

Columbus

Sat 8/16

10:04 am-8:22 pm

1 stop11h 18m

$205

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/7

10:43 am-10:07 pm

1 stop10h 24m

Columbus

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-9:38 am

1 stop4h 38m

$209

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

7:10 am-9:37 am

Nonstop1h 27m

Columbus

Mon 8/11

6:00 am-6:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$215

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/18

5:01 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 41m

Columbus

Tue 7/22

9:17 pm-3:31 pm

1 stop19h 14m

$228

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/21

5:01 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 41m

Columbus

Thu 7/24

5:25 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 45m

$266

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Thu 7/10

8:14 pm-12:18 am

3 stops27h 04m

Columbus

Sun 7/13

9:17 pm-2:04 pm

2 stops17h 47m

$584

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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 June 20, 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 June 26, 2025.

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 afternoon.

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 June 22, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings 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 June 26, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to CMH are scheduled on a Thursday (58 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 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 June 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Columbus Airport, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Currently priced at $190, Delta will fly you from Chicago to Columbus Airport and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $193 and $194, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 39% 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 $99. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Spirit Airlines, 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 (100%), Finnair (94%) or ANA (88%) 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 $98. On average you can expect to pay $294. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbus), can usually be booked for $127.

  • 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 June 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$180Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$195Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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