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6:40 pm - 11:41 pmCMH-MDW
6h 01m1 stop
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6:20 am - 5:45 pmMDW-CMH
10h 25m1 stop
$152Frontier
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vie., oct. 3 - lun., oct. 6
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6:40 pm - 11:39 pmCMH-ORD
5h 59m1 stop
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10:42 am - 5:45 pmORD-CMH
6h 03m1 stop
$153Frontier
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vie., oct. 3 - lun., oct. 6
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12:28 pm - 9:33 pmCMH-ORD
10h 05m1 stop
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11:13 am - 7:37 amORD-CMH
19h 24m1 stop
$178Spirit Airlines
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lun., oct. 6 - mar., oct. 7
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8:19 pm - 5:13 pmCMH-ORD
21h 54m1 stop
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7:43 pm - 11:58 amORD-CMH
15h 15m1 stop
$180Spirit Airlines
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mar., oct. 14 - vie., oct. 17
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7:43 pm - 7:14 amCMH-ORD
12h 31m1 stop
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6:58 pm - 3:25 pmORD-CMH
19h 27m1 stop
$183Multiple Airlines
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sáb., oct. 11 - mié., oct. 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:21 pm - 10:26 amCMH-MDW
17h 05m1 stop
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9:32 am - 2:29 pmMDW-CMH
27h 57m1 stop
$185Multiple Airlines
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vie., oct. 31 - lun., nov. 3
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6:50 pm - 7:05 pmCMH-MDW
1h 15mnonstop
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4:10 pm - 6:20 pmMDW-CMH
1h 10mnonstop
$231Southwest
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mar., oct. 7 - mié., oct. 8
Southwest Logo
5:40 pm - 6:00 pmCMH-MDW
1h 20mnonstop
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10:00 am - 12:20 pmMDW-CMH
1h 20mnonstop
$235Southwest
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vie., oct. 31 - lun., nov. 3
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6:05 am - 12:28 pmCMH-MDW
7h 23m2 stops
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9:35 am - 1:29 pmMDW-CMH
2h 54m1 stop
$267Delta
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mar., nov. 4 - jue., nov. 6
Delta Logo
10:29 am - 12:34 pmCMH-MDW
3h 05m1 stop
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6:40 pm - 12:02 amMDW-CMH
4h 22m1 stop
$272Delta
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Frontier flights from Columbus to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on Columbus to Chicago flight tickets
Frontier
Oct 3
CMH6:40 pmColumbus
6h 01m
1 stop
MDW11:41 pmChicago Midway
Oct 6
MDW6:20 amChicago Midway
10h 25m
1 stop
CMH5:45 pmColumbus
$152
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Frontier
Oct 3
CMH6:40 pmColumbus
5h 59m
1 stop
ORD11:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 6
ORD10:42 amChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 03m
1 stop
CMH5:45 pmColumbus
$153
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Frontier
Oct 25
CMH1:04 pmColumbus
6h 29m
1 stop
ORD6:33 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 26
ORD6:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 23m
1 stop
CMH6:13 pmColumbus
$157
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Spirit Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Columbus to Chicago flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Oct 6
CMH12:28 pmColumbus
10h 05m
1 stop
ORD9:33 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 7
ORD11:13 amChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 24m
1 stop
CMH7:37 amColumbus
$178
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Spirit Airlines
Oct 14
CMH8:19 pmColumbus
21h 54m
1 stop
ORD5:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 17
ORD7:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 15m
1 stop
CMH11:58 amColumbus
$180
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Spirit Airlines
Oct 6
CMH5:00 amColumbus
11h 49m
2 stops
ORD3:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 7
ORD11:13 amChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 24m
1 stop
CMH7:37 amColumbus
$207
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Chicago 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated septiembre 17, 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

vie. 10/3

6:40 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Chicago Midway

lun. 10/6

6:20 am-5:45 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$152

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

vie. 10/3

6:40 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 10/6

10:42 am-5:45 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$153

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

lun. 10/6

12:28 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/7

11:13 am-7:37 am

1 stop19h 24m

$178

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

mar. 10/14

8:19 pm-5:13 pm

1 stop21h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 10/17

7:43 pm-11:58 am

1 stop15h 15m

$180

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

sáb. 10/11

7:43 pm-7:14 am

1 stop12h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/15

6:58 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop19h 27m

$183

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

vie. 10/31

6:21 pm-10:26 am

1 stop17h 05m

Chicago Midway

lun. 11/3

9:32 am-2:29 pm

1 stop27h 57m

$185

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

mar. 10/7

6:50 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

mié. 10/8

4:10 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$231

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

vie. 10/31

5:40 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

lun. 11/3

10:00 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$235

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

mar. 11/4

6:05 am-12:28 pm

2 stops7h 23m

Chicago Midway

jue. 11/6

9:35 am-1:29 pm

1 stop2h 54m

$267

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

mar. 12/2

10:29 am-12:34 pm

1 stop3h 05m

Chicago Midway

vie. 12/5

6:40 pm-12:02 am

1 stop4h 22m

$272

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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 May is your next best option. Flight prices from Columbus to Chicago during May average around $284.

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 $515. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Columbus to Chicago for around $810.

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 $502. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $985.

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 $321 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 $246 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 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The fastest flight from Columbus to Chicago takes 1h 10m
Direct flights go from Columbus to Chicago every day.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: 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 10m 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.

Best airlines flying from Columbus to Chicago

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $90Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,023 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $155Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $163Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,926 reviews
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