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$95+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Columbus (CMH)

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ORD — CMH
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Columbus

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Columbus flight deals. Data was last updated April 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$199
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$95
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$416

Good round-trip deal

$257 or less

Good one-way deal

$145 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/276:47 pmSTL - CMH
1 stop4h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/36:15 pmCMH - STL
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$199
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/161:19 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop26h 50mFrontier
Sun 5/185:59 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop19h 25mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:40 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/36:15 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2810:10 amMDW - CMH
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Tue 6/37:20 amCMH - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$207
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1910:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop10h 50mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2012:22 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop20h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/226:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Sun 5/255:21 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$211
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/244:15 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Sun 5/2510:31 amCMH - MDW
1 stop2h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/28$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/222:20 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/252:13 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/241:45 pmORD - CMH
2 stops9h 23mDelta
Sun 5/256:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/28$222
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/51:50 pmORD - CMH
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Wed 8/136:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/142:36 pmPIA - CMH
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/186:00 amCMH - PIA
1 stop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/139:14 pmORD - CMH
2 stops23h 27mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/157:21 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop24h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$239

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/27

6:47 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Columbus

Tue 6/3

6:15 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$199

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/16

1:19 pm-5:09 pm

1 stop26h 50m

Columbus

Sun 5/18

5:59 pm-12:24 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$201

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/28

10:10 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Columbus

Tue 6/3

7:20 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$207

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/28

6:40 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Columbus

Tue 6/3

6:15 pm-6:44 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$207

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

10:00 am-9:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Columbus

Tue 5/20

12:22 pm-7:27 am

1 stop20h 05m

$210

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/22

6:00 am-4:24 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Columbus

Sun 5/25

5:21 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$211

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/24

4:15 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 53m

Columbus

Sun 5/25

10:31 am-12:28 pm

1 stop2h 57m

$217

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/22

2:20 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Columbus

Sun 5/25

2:13 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$220

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/24

1:45 pm-12:08 am

2 stops9h 23m

Columbus

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-10:03 am

1 stop5h 03m

$222

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

9:14 pm-9:41 pm

2 stops23h 27m

Columbus

Thu 5/15

7:21 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop24h 48m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Columbus

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Columbus Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 30, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to CMH are scheduled on a Tuesday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus Airport ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus Airport when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

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 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Illinois to Columbus, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
346 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 to fly from Illinois to Columbus Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $95. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Columbus Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Columbus Airport?

    When deciding which route to take from Illinois to Columbus Airport consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbus, Chicago Midway - Columbus or Lambert-St Louis - Columbus as they are the most popular.

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

    Before booking your flight to Columbus Airport from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Sun Country Air (100%), Copa Airlines (94%), Republic Airways( 90%).

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

    While on average a flight from Illinois to Columbus Airport is generally $252, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $108. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbus), you can expect to pay $188 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Columbus?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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 Illinois to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Illinois 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 Illinois to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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