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Flight information for Columbus to Chicago

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Columbus to Chicago

Best Price Found

$57

Fastest flight time

1h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Columbus in the past 72 hours is $57. The best round-trip flight deal from Columbus to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $129.
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)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Columbus to Chicago

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

January. The cheapest time of year to fly to Chicago from Columbus is January. Most expensive is July

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

United Airlines. American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Columbus to Chicago

What is the cheapest Columbus to Chicago flight route?

Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl. Fly from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best Columbus - Chicago flight prices

How far in advance should you book Columbus to Chicago flights?

49 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Columbus to Chicago is approximately 49 days to departure

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

As of September 2023, there are 32 flights per week flying from Columbus to Chicago. The most common time of day flights depart is 6:00AM, with 55% of flights taking off at noon.

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

The number of flights available between Columbus and Chicago is 225 per week as of September 2023. The most frequent departure day is Monday, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Can stopping save me money on Columbus to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Columbus to Chicago flight.

When traveling from Columbus to Chicago, the most popular airport to fly into is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The majority of travelers flying into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Columbus are departing from Columbus Airport. When booking your trip to Chicago, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly out of. The nearest airport to Columbus Airport is Dayton Airport which is located in Dayton. If you are looking for alternate airports to fly into when traveling from Columbus, you can try Chicago Midway Airport or Chicago Greater Rockford Airport which are located in Chicago and Chicago respectively. The cheapest route from Columbus to Chicago is CMH — ORD with an average price of $128 RT during the month of September.

Columbus Airport (CMH) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)$128
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Dayton Airport (DAY) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)$249
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Columbus Airport (CMH) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)$157
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Dayton Airport (DAY) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)$907
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Dayton Airport (DAY) to Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD)$943
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Easily compare round-trip flights from Columbus to Chicago

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Columbus to Chicago by changing tabs
Multiple Airlines
Oct 3
CMH1:20 amColumbus
7h 52m
1 stop
ORD8:12 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 24
ORD1:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 17m
1 stop
CMH9:32 amColumbus
Spirit Airlines
Oct 19
CMH7:52 amColumbus
10h 50m
2 stops
ORD5:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 26
ORD4:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 47m
1 stop
CMH5:52 amColumbus
Southwest
Oct 30
CMH2:45 pmColumbus
1h 15m
MDW3:00 pmChicago Midway
Nov 1
MDW5:15 amChicago Midway
1h 05m
CMH6:20 amColumbus
United Airlines
Oct 26
CMH7:00 amColumbus
1h 23m
ORD7:23 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 29
ORD3:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 21m
CMH4:31 amColumbus
American Airlines
Oct 19
CMH4:09 pmColumbus
4h 42m
1 stop
ORD7:51 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 26
ORD7:57 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 16m
CMH9:13 amColumbus
Delta
Oct 24
CMH10:15 amColumbus
3h 58m
1 stop
MDW1:13 pmChicago Midway
Oct 30
MDW2:00 amChicago Midway
4h 30m
1 stop
CMH6:30 amColumbus

Find the cheapest one-way flights from Columbus to Chicago

If you're looking for one-way flights from Columbus to Chicago, view some of our deals below provided by Frontier, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines
Frontier
Oct 17
CMH2:53 pmColumbus
25h 12m
1 stop
ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Multiple Airlines
Oct 6
CMH7:00 amColumbus
21h 27m
1 stop
MDW3:27 amChicago Midway
Spirit Airlines
Oct 25
CMH2:43 pmColumbus
15h 41m
1 stop
ORD5:24 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Search last-minute flights to Chicago from Columbus

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from Columbus to Chicago
Multiple Airlines
Sep 30
CMH5:39 amColumbus
9h 34m
1 stop
ORD2:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 3
ORD3:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 01m
2 stops
CMH9:55 amColumbus
Spirit Airlines
Sep 29
CMH2:35 pmColumbus
16h 14m
1 stop
ORD5:49 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 2
ORD1:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 38m
3 stops
CMH11:08 amColumbus
Multiple Airlines
Sep 27
CMH3:00 amColumbus
12h 13m
1 stop
ORD2:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 4
ORD12:27 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 42m
2 stops
CMH5:09 amColumbus
Southwest
Sep 27
CMH3:00 amColumbus
6h 45m
1 stop
ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 28
ORD8:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 20m
1 stop
CMH4:50 pmColumbus
United Airlines
Sep 28
CMH3:22 amColumbus
1h 22m
ORD3:44 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 28
ORD6:41 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 26m
CMH8:07 amColumbus
American Airlines
Sep 27
CMH8:13 amColumbus
4h 51m
1 stop
ORD12:04 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 4
ORD11:08 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 20m
CMH12:28 pmColumbus

Best airlines flying from Columbus to Chicago

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Airline
Rating
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $138Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,711 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $152Free CancellationRating
7.1
2,884 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $244Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,565 reviews
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United Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Columbus to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
Oct 26
CMH7:00 amColumbus
1h 23m
ORD7:23 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 29
ORD3:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 21m
CMH4:31 amColumbus
United Airlines
Oct 30
CMH2:00 amColumbus
1h 30m
ORD2:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 1
ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 24m
CMH3:44 pmColumbus
United Airlines
Oct 25
CMH10:17 amColumbus
1h 23m
ORD10:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 29
ORD3:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 21m
CMH4:31 amColumbus

Spirit Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Columbus to Chicago flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Oct 19
CMH7:52 amColumbus
10h 50m
2 stops
ORD5:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 26
ORD4:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 47m
1 stop
CMH5:52 amColumbus
Spirit Airlines
Oct 10
CMH1:20 amColumbus
17h 22m
2 stops
ORD5:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 11
ORD4:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 27m
1 stop
CMH9:32 amColumbus
Spirit Airlines
Oct 19
CMH7:52 amColumbus
6h 59m
1 stop
ORD1:51 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 22
ORD4:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 47m
1 stop
CMH5:52 amColumbus

  • 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?

    Prices for flights from Columbus to Chicago refresh daily.

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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.


Alternative routes for Columbus to Chicago

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Cheapest price$285
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Fastest flight time4h 01m
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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Columbus to Chicago flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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