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Frontier Logo
6:35 pm - 10:39 pm
CMH
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ORD
5h 04m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:50 am - 7:23 pm
ORD
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CMH
7h 33m
1 stop
$160Frontier
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 10:23 am
CMH
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ORD
23h 13m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:27 pm - 10:32 pm
ORD
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CMH
8h 05m
1 stop
$161Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 27 - Thu, Apr 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:47 pm - 12:24 am
CMH
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ORD
9h 37m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:28 pm - 2:52 pm
ORD
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CMH
21h 24m
1 stop
$163Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Sat, Apr 25
Frontier Logo
12:10 pm - 7:31 pm
CMH
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MDW
8h 21m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:15 pm - 5:40 pm
MDW
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CMH
26h 25m
1 stop
$164Frontier
Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 23
Frontier Logo
12:00 pm - 7:55 am
CMH
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ORD
20h 55m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
4:05 pm - 5:10 pm
ORD
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CMH
24h 05m
2 stops
$164Frontier
Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 6
Frontier Logo
8:48 pm - 11:13 pm
CMH
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ORD
27h 25m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:55 am - 5:10 pm
ORD
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CMH
9h 15m
1 stop
$165Frontier
Thu, May 21 - Sun, May 24
Southwest Logo
7:15 am - 11:35 am
CMH
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MDW
5h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:20 pm - 8:35 pm
MDW
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CMH
1h 15mnonstop
$167Southwest
Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, Apr 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 10:23 am
CMH
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ORD
16h 23m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:28 am - 11:15 am
ORD
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CMH
22h 47m
1 stop
$168Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26
Southwest Logo
8:50 am - 3:50 pm
CMH
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MDW
8h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:20 pm - 8:35 pm
MDW
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CMH
1h 15mnonstop
$172Southwest
Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, Apr 29
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 10:28 pm
CMH
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MDW
6h 28m
1 stop
Delta Logo
9:27 am - 1:27 pm
MDW
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CMH
3h 00m
1 stop
$177Delta
Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, Apr 29

American Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on Columbus to Chicago flight tickets
American Airlines
Jun 9
CMH10:05 amColumbus
1h 40m
ORD10:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 9
ORD1:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 05m
1 stop
CMH10:30 pmColumbus
$196
American Airlines
May 20
CMH7:37 amColumbus
1h 48m
ORD8:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
May 21
ORD10:16 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 34m
CMH12:50 pmColumbus
$198

Delta flights from Columbus to Chicago

Our best Delta deals on Columbus to Chicago flight tickets
Delta
Jun 9
CMH6:52 amColumbus
5h 39m
1 stop
ORD11:31 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 9
ORD5:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 12m
1 stop
CMH11:09 pmColumbus
$177
Delta
Jun 9
CMH6:30 amColumbus
5h 15m
1 stop
ORD10:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 9
ORD5:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 12m
1 stop
CMH11:09 pmColumbus
$197
Delta
May 12
CMH12:55 pmColumbus
8h 19m
2 stops
ORD8:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
May 13
ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 25m
2 stops
CMH12:25 amColumbus
$208

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ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Fri 5/1

6:35 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/3

10:50 am-7:23 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$160

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 4/27

12:10 pm-10:23 am

1 stop23h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/30

1:27 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$161

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 4/23

3:47 pm-12:24 am

1 stop9h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

4:28 pm-2:52 pm

1 stop21h 24m

$163

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Mon 4/20

12:10 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/23

2:15 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$164

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 5/4

12:00 pm-7:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/6

4:05 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$164

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 5/21

8:48 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/24

6:55 am-5:10 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$165
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Wed 4/29

7:15 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 20m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/29

6:20 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$167

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 4/23

7:00 pm-10:23 am

1 stop16h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/26

11:28 am-11:15 am

1 stop22h 47m

$168

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Wed 4/29

8:50 am-3:50 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/29

6:20 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$172

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Tue 4/28

5:00 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/29

9:27 am-1:27 pm

1 stop3h 00m

$177

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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 $216.

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 $471. 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 $715.

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 $481. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $891.

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 $312 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 $224 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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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Columbus to Chicago

Fastest flight time

1h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

3 airports
The fastest flight from Columbus to Chicago takes 1h 10m
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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Frequently asked questions about flying from Columbus to Chicago

  • 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.

Best airlines flying from Columbus to Chicago

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $135Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,559 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $137Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,337 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $143Free CancellationRating
5.7
2,997 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $155Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,562 reviews
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