Cheap flights from Columbia (CAE) to Chicago (CHI) from $119

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CAE — CHI
Jun 18 — Jun 251

The best prices from Columbia Metropolitan to Chicago are usually found in September or October, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) to Chicago (CHI). 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 13, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$368

Round-trip from

$222
High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 14% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in June 2024
From Columbia Metropolitan to Chicago (CHI)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbia to Chicago?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Chicago. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbia to Chicago?

To save on the cost of your flight from Columbia to Chicago, book at least 55 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 54% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $230 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $318.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Chicago?

Flights from Columbia to Chicago lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Columbia to Chicago in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at $145.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CAE to CHI?

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbia to Chicago at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Columbia to Chicago flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbia to Chicago specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Prices were last updated on June 13, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Chicago in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 7/36:30 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/56:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$167
Wed 7/35:32 pmCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/58:53 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$177
Wed 7/36:30 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/58:53 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$195
Wed 7/32:45 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/58:53 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$232
Thu 6/274:15 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Wed 7/32:41 pmORD - CAE
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 6/12$236
Wed 7/36:30 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/86:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$262
Tue 7/27:49 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/86:00 amORD - CAE
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$269
Wed 7/310:00 amCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/58:53 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$275
Wed 7/107:50 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/176:00 amORD - CAE
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$279

Columbia to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbia and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Chicago in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 7/36:30 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/56:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$167
Wed 7/35:32 pmCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/58:53 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$177
Wed 7/36:30 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/58:53 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$195
Sat 9/75:30 pmCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/106:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/13$214
Sat 9/76:30 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/108:50 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/13$218
Sat 9/710:12 amCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 36mDelta
Tue 9/102:45 pmORD - CAE
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/13$222
Wed 7/32:45 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/58:53 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$232
Thu 6/274:15 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Wed 7/32:41 pmORD - CAE
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 6/12$236
Sat 9/77:49 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/106:00 amORD - CAE
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$239

Columbia to Chicago flights leaving soon

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Check out these flights departing soon from Columbia to Chicago. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Sun 6/236:30 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/247:00 amORD - CAE
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$427
Thu 6/206:30 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/221:45 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$579
Sun 6/237:10 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Mon 6/247:05 amORD - CAE
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/12$582
Fri 6/212:50 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/246:00 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$589
Fri 6/217:49 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/225:20 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop1h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$595
Fri 6/214:15 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Mon 6/247:05 amORD - CAE
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/12$598
Fri 6/215:18 amCAE - ORD
2 stops7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/248:17 amORD - CAE
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$603
Tue 6/186:30 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/251:45 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/13$609
Thu 6/206:00 amCAE - MDW
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Mon 6/246:49 pmMDW - CAE
1 stop4h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/12$614

One-way flights to Chicago from Columbia

Search for one-way flight options from Columbia to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Columbia to Chicago. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Columbia to Chicago instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 7/36:30 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$119
Fri 9/133:33 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/13$129
Tue 7/97:50 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$135
Wed 7/39:01 amCAE - ORD
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$144
Thu 7/117:50 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$155
Thu 7/114:05 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/12$164
Tue 7/96:00 amCAE - MDW
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/13$179
Wed 7/39:01 amCAE - ORD
2 stops7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$184
Thu 7/1812:51 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$188

Find flights from Columbia to Chicago within your budget

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Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 7/3

Nonstop2h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/5

Nonstop2h 07m

$167

Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 7/3

Nonstop2h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/5

1 stop4h 16m

$177

Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 7/3

Nonstop2h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/5

1 stop4h 16m

$195

Columbia MetropolitanChicago Midway

CAE - MDW

CAEMDW

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/7

1 stop6h 44m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/10

1 stop5h 12m

$222

Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/7

1 stop5h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/10

1 stop6h 37m

$222

Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 7/3

1 stop5h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/5

1 stop4h 16m

$232

Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 6/27

1 stop7h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/3

1 stop6h 54m

$236

Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/7

Nonstop2h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/10

1 stop8h 02m

$239

Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/10

Nonstop2h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/20

Nonstop1h 59m

$249

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Deals found on 6/11

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbia to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbia to Chicago. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbia to Chicago, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbia to Chicago?

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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbia to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Chicago

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Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated June 13, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from Columbia to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

7.5
Good
2,824 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Columbia to Chicago?

    Columbia Metropolitan (CAE), located 6.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Columbia to Chicago. 3 airlines have flights from Metropolitan to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbia Metropolitan to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

  • Can I find flights from Columbia to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbia to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $167, but on average you can expect to pay $247.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Columbia to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Columbia to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Columbia to Chicago is less than $290.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbia to Chicago for under $500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Columbia to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $500.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Columbia to Chicago?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Friday.

  • How many flights depart from Columbia to Chicago on average per day?

    Per day, 4 flights depart from Columbia to Chicago on average.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Columbia to Chicago?

    Departing from Columbia to Chicago will take you 2h 23m. Columbia and Chicago are separated by a distance of 670 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbia to Chicago is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $167 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $222 and $239 round-trip. United Airlines is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbia to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $119. Delta flights start at $129 while deals on American Airlines start at $135 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbia to Chicago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Columbia to Chicago are American Airlines (88%), Air Wisconsin (88%) and Emirates (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbia to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $705 for a flight from Columbia to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $154 while the most popular route, (Columbia Metropolitan - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $243.

  • What does CAE to ORD mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a CAE to ORD flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbia to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbia to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbia to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbia to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbia to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbia to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbia to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbia to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbia to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbia to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbia to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbia to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The Columbia to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/13.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbia to Chicago?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbia to Chicago?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Chicago (average of $244). Flying from Columbia to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 Columbia to Chicago

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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Hourly flight availability from Columbia to Chicago

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Weekly flight availability from Columbia to Chicago

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