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Delta Logo
7:15 pm - 11:59 pm
CMH
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ORD
5h 44m
1 stop
Delta Logo
11:19 am - 6:29 pm
ORD
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CMH
6h 10m
1 stop
$164Delta
Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, Apr 28
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8:55 pm - 9:39 pm
CMH
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ORD
1h 44mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:49 am - 12:21 pm
ORD
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CMH
1h 32mnonstop
$165American Airlines
Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 17
Delta Logo
10:06 am - 6:52 pm
CMH
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ORD
9h 46m
2 stops
Delta Logo
1:29 pm - 12:43 am
ORD
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CMH
10h 14m
2 stops
$167Delta
Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 25
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 9:25 pm
CMH
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ORD
5h 25m
1 stop
Delta Logo
1:36 pm - 12:43 am
ORD
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CMH
10h 07m
2 stops
$169Delta
Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, Apr 28
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10:40 am - 10:39 pm
CMH
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ORD
12h 59m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 7:18 pm
ORD
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CMH
13h 03m
1 stop
$173Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Thu, Apr 9
American Airlines Logo
6:09 am - 6:57 am
CMH
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ORD
1h 48mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
1:54 pm - 7:28 pm
ORD
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CMH
4h 34m
1 stop
$174American Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
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7:00 pm - 11:32 am
CMH
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ORD
17h 32m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:08 pm - 11:33 am
ORD
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CMH
16h 25m
2 stops
$176Multiple Airlines
Sun, Apr 19 - Wed, Apr 22
United Airlines Logo
9:19 pm - 10:02 pm
CMH
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ORD
1h 43mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:47 am - 1:12 pm
ORD
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CMH
1h 25mnonstop
$177United Airlines
Thu, Apr 9 - Mon, Apr 13
United Airlines Logo
10:39 am - 11:10 am
CMH
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ORD
1h 31mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:47 am - 1:12 pm
ORD
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CMH
1h 25mnonstop
$178United Airlines
Thu, Apr 9 - Mon, Apr 13
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12:35 pm - 10:39 pm
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ORD
11h 04m
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5:50 am - 2:52 pm
ORD
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CMH
8h 02m
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$179Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26

Frontier flights from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Frontier deals on Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Frontier
May 1
CMH6:35 pmColumbus
5h 04m
1 stop
ORD10:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
May 3
ORD10:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 33m
1 stop
CMH7:23 pmColumbus
$181
Frontier
Apr 16
CMH7:00 pmColumbus
17h 37m
1 stop
ORD11:37 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 19
ORD5:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 53m
1 stop
CMH2:52 pmColumbus
$183
Frontier
Apr 17
CMH10:53 amColumbus
12h 46m
2 stops
ORD10:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 19
ORD5:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 53m
1 stop
CMH2:52 pmColumbus
$189

Delta flights from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Delta deals on Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Delta
Apr 27
CMH7:15 pmColumbus
5h 44m
1 stop
ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 28
ORD11:19 amChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 10m
1 stop
CMH6:29 pmColumbus
$164
Delta
Apr 22
CMH10:06 amColumbus
9h 46m
2 stops
ORD6:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 25
ORD1:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 14m
2 stops
CMH12:43 amColumbus
$167
Delta
Apr 27
CMH5:00 pmColumbus
5h 25m
1 stop
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 28
ORD1:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 07m
2 stops
CMH12:43 amColumbus
$169

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ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 4/27

7:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

11:19 am-6:29 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$164

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Fri 4/10

8:55 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

9:49 am-12:21 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$165

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 4/22

10:06 am-6:52 pm

2 stops9h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

1:29 pm-12:43 am

2 stops10h 14m

$167

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 4/27

5:00 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

1:36 pm-12:43 am

2 stops10h 07m

$169

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 4/7

10:40 am-10:39 pm

2 stops12h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/9

5:15 am-7:18 pm

1 stop13h 03m

$173

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 4/15

6:09 am-6:57 am

Nonstop1h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

1:54 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$174

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sun 4/19

7:00 pm-11:32 am

1 stop17h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

6:08 pm-11:33 am

2 stops16h 25m

$176

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 4/9

9:19 pm-10:02 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

10:47 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$177

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 4/9

10:39 am-11:10 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

10:47 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$178

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 4/23

12:35 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops11h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/26

5:50 am-2:52 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$179

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The month of September is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from Columbus averaging around $273.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $517. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Columbus because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $789.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Columbus in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $503 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,016. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Columbus when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for around $316 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Columbus for as low as $235 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

1h 30m

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The fastest flight from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 1h 30m
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  • How far is Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl by plane?

    The distance between Columbus and Chicago O'Hare Intl is about 291.3 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 30m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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FrontierPriceFrom $143Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,041 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $155Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,367 reviews
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7.4
9,362 reviews
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