What is the cheapest airline that flies from Columbus to Chicago?

Southwest and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Columbus to Chicago

How many flights depart from Columbus to Chicago on average per week?

The number of flights available between Columbus and Chicago is 201 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

As of January 2026, there are 28 flights per day flying from Columbus to Chicago. The most common time of day flights depart is 2:00PM, with 48% of flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Columbus according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Columbus to Chicago refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus to Chicago?

As of January 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Columbus to Chicago.

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.

$71 Cheap Flights from Columbus to Chicago in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Columbus and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $232 to $439. The lowest price recently found on this route was $155.

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6:15 am - 9:13 pm

CMH

ORD

15h 58m1 stop

5:15 am - 11:32 pm

ORD

CMH

17h 17m1 stop

$155Spirit Airlines

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25

5:45 am - 9:03 pm

CMH

ORD

16h 18m1 stop

2:42 pm - 10:47 am

ORD

CMH

19h 05m1 stop

$159Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 29

12:03 pm - 10:19 pm

CMH

MDW

11h 16m1 stop

8:00 am - 4:58 pm

MDW

CMH

7h 58m1 stop

$160Frontier

Mon, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 14

5:45 am - 9:03 pm

CMH

ORD

16h 18m1 stop

5:15 am - 11:27 pm

ORD

CMH

17h 12m1 stop

$160Spirit Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 29

12:15 pm - 12:30 pm

CMH

MDW

1h 15mnonstop

7:55 pm - 10:05 pm

MDW

CMH

1h 10mnonstop

$171Southwest

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11

2:25 pm - 2:55 pm

CMH

ORD

1h 30mnonstop

7:40 pm - 10:07 pm

ORD

CMH

1h 27mnonstop

$171United Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Thu, Feb 19

12:03 pm - 10:19 pm

CMH

MDW

11h 16m1 stop

6:20 am - 10:47 am

MDW

CMH

27h 27m1 stop

$174Frontier

Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8

6:25 am - 8:52 am

CMH

MDW

3h 27m1 stop

6:14 pm - 12:04 am

MDW

CMH

4h 50m1 stop

$191Delta

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11

5:45 am - 11:25 am

CMH

MDW

6h 40m1 stop

6:50 am - 12:40 pm

MDW

CMH

4h 50m1 stop

$193Southwest

Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 18

6:55 am - 12:46 pm

CMH

MDW

6h 51m2 stops

6:20 pm - 12:10 am

MDW

CMH

4h 50m1 stop

$196Delta

Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 26

United Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago

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United Airlines

Feb 17

CMH2:25 pmColumbus

1h 30m

ORD2:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 19

ORD7:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 27m

CMH10:07 pmColumbus

$171

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Jan 17

CMH2:18 pmColumbus

1h 37m

ORD2:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 18

ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 26m

CMH8:21 pmColumbus

$189

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Feb 18

CMH9:05 amColumbus

1h 34m

ORD9:39 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 25

ORD7:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 31m

CMH9:41 amColumbus

$210

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Spirit Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago

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Spirit Airlines

Feb 18

CMH6:15 amColumbus

15h 58m

1 stop

ORD9:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 25

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 17m

1 stop

CMH11:32 pmColumbus

$155

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Spirit Airlines

Jan 27

CMH5:45 amColumbus

16h 18m

1 stop

ORD9:03 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 29

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 12m

1 stop

CMH11:27 pmColumbus

$160

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Spirit Airlines

Feb 18

CMH11:39 amColumbus

10h 34m

1 stop

ORD9:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 25

ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 32m

1 stop

CMH11:32 pmColumbus

$164

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ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 2/18

6:15 am-9:13 pm

1 stop15h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

5:15 am-11:32 pm

1 stop17h 17m

$155

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 1/27

5:45 am-9:03 pm

1 stop16h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/29

2:42 pm-10:47 am

1 stop19h 05m

$159

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Mon 2/9

12:03 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop11h 16m

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/14

8:00 am-4:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$160

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 1/27

5:45 am-9:03 pm

1 stop16h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/29

5:15 am-11:27 pm

1 stop17h 12m

$160

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Wed 2/4

12:15 pm-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/11

7:55 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$171

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 2/17

2:25 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/19

7:40 pm-10:07 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$171

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Sun 2/1

12:03 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop11h 16m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/8

6:20 am-10:47 am

1 stop27h 27m

$174

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Wed 2/4

6:25 am-8:52 am

1 stop3h 27m

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/11

6:14 pm-12:04 am

1 stop4h 50m

$191

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Sat 1/17

5:45 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 40m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/18

6:50 am-12:40 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$193

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Thu 2/19

6:55 am-12:46 pm

2 stops6h 51m

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/26

6:20 pm-12:10 am

1 stop4h 50m

$196

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Columbus and Chicago?

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 $508. 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 $777.

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 $492. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $966.

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 $242 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?
Prices for flights from Columbus to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus to Chicago?
As of January 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Columbus to Chicago.
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.

Best airlines flying from Columbus to Chicago

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $90	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,283 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $143	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,064 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $155	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,249 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $155	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,088 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $163	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,138 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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