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Frontier Logo
10:54 am - 5:53 pm
CMH
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MDW
7h 59m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:04 pm - 10:34 am
MDW
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CMH
12h 30m
1 stop
$152Frontier
Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Feb 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 12:40 am
CMH
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ORD
12h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:42 pm - 10:32 am
ORD
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CMH
16h 50m
1 stop
$153Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Feb 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 4:52 pm
CMH
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ORD
11h 37m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:42 pm - 10:32 am
ORD
-
CMH
16h 50m
1 stop
$156Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Thu, Feb 26
Delta Logo
2:11 pm - 6:34 pm
CMH
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ORD
5h 23m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 11:59 pm
ORD
-
CMH
5h 19m
1 stop
$157Delta
Tue, Mar 31 - Wed, Apr 1
Southwest Logo
9:05 am - 6:05 pm
CMH
-
MDW
10h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 9:00 pm
MDW
-
CMH
5h 20m
1 stop
$159Southwest
Wed, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 23
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:39 am - 11:47 pm
CMH
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ORD
13h 08m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:16 pm - 10:44 am
ORD
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CMH
13h 28m
1 stop
$159Spirit Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:41 pm - 11:47 am
CMH
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ORD
22h 06m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
ORD
-
CMH
27h 00m
1 stop
$160Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 7:11 pm
CMH
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ORD
13h 56m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:51 am - 11:32 pm
ORD
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CMH
10h 41m
2 stops
$161Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 4:41 pm
CMH
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ORD
10h 41m
2 stops
Delta Logo
10:35 am - 5:13 pm
ORD
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CMH
5h 38m
1 stop
$162Delta
Wed, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 3
Southwest Logo
6:40 pm - 6:55 pm
CMH
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MDW
1h 15mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 9:05 pm
MDW
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CMH
1h 10mnonstop
$164Southwest
Wed, Mar 4 - Sat, Mar 7

American Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago

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American Airlines
Feb 19
CMH6:30 amColumbus
1h 42m
ORD7:12 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 21
ORD2:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 24m
CMH5:12 pmColumbus
$171
American Airlines
Feb 19
CMH10:32 amColumbus
1h 33m
ORD11:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 21
ORD8:03 amChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 43m
1 stop
CMH2:46 pmColumbus
$211
American Airlines
Feb 27
CMH11:55 amColumbus
5h 26m
1 stop
ORD4:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 4
ORD8:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 36m
CMH10:46 amColumbus
$216

United Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Columbus to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 19
CMH9:05 amColumbus
1h 34m
ORD9:39 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 23
ORD10:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 25m
CMH1:15 pmColumbus
$173
United Airlines
Mar 20
CMH6:00 pmColumbus
1h 42m
ORD6:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 24
ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 30m
CMH3:30 pmColumbus
$177
United Airlines
Mar 16
CMH4:15 pmColumbus
1h 43m
ORD4:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 21
ORD4:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 29m
CMH6:59 pmColumbus
$201

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Depart

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ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Fri 2/20

10:54 am-5:53 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/22

9:04 pm-10:34 am

1 stop12h 30m

$152

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 2/25

1:25 pm-12:40 am

2 stops12h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

4:42 pm-10:32 am

1 stop16h 50m

$153

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 2/24

6:15 am-4:52 pm

2 stops11h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

4:42 pm-10:32 am

1 stop16h 50m

$156

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 3/31

2:11 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

5:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$157

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Wed 2/18

9:05 am-6:05 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/23

2:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$159

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 2/18

11:39 am-11:47 pm

1 stop13h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/23

8:16 pm-10:44 am

1 stop13h 28m

$159

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 2/24

2:41 pm-11:47 am

2 stops22h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

8:30 am-12:30 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$160

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 2/25

6:15 am-7:11 pm

1 stop13h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

11:51 am-11:32 pm

2 stops10h 41m

$161

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-4:41 pm

2 stops10h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

10:35 am-5:13 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$162

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Wed 3/4

6:40 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sat 3/7

6:55 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$164

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Columbus, with most prices found around $214. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in August, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Columbus to Chicago during September average around $218.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $488. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Columbus to Chicago for around $748.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the morning. Flights from Columbus to Chicago during this time can be as low as $487. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $952.

What is the cheapest Columbus to Chicago flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Columbus when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $315 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Columbus for as low as $235 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Columbus to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Columbus to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time

1h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

3 airports
The fastest flight from Columbus to Chicago takes 1h 15m
Direct flights go from Columbus to Chicago every day.
There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Columbus there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW).
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  • How far is Columbus to Chicago by plane?

    There are 275.3 mi between Columbus and Chicago. Typically, this will take 1h 15m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus to Chicago?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus to Chicago?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Columbus to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Rating
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $90Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,394 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $143Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,056 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $155Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,267 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $155Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,205 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $164Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,215 reviews
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