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American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:48 am
CMH
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ORD
1h 48mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 2:12 pm
ORD
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CMH
1h 27mnonstop
$144American Airlines
Tue, May 12 - Thu, May 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:39 am - 10:51 am
CMH
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ORD
24h 12m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 10:44 am
ORD
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CMH
15h 08m
1 stop
$146Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10
Frontier Logo
7:37 pm - 3:52 pm
CMH
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ORD
21h 15m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
4:18 pm - 10:44 am
ORD
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CMH
17h 26m
1 stop
$151Frontier
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:51 pm - 10:39 pm
CMH
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ORD
8h 48m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 9:41 am
ORD
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CMH
14h 05m
1 stop
$152Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 15 - Tue, Mar 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:37 pm - 3:52 pm
CMH
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ORD
21h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:41 pm - 10:44 am
ORD
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CMH
14h 03m
2 stops
$154Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10
Frontier Logo
11:19 am - 10:51 am
CMH
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ORD
24h 32m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:05 pm - 11:42 am
ORD
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CMH
13h 37m
2 stops
$156Frontier
Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:19 am - 10:51 am
CMH
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ORD
24h 32m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:21 pm - 10:44 am
ORD
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CMH
18h 23m
1 stop
$159Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 5
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 7:12 am
CMH
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ORD
1h 42mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:59 pm - 11:28 pm
ORD
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CMH
1h 29mnonstop
$161American Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Feb 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:07 pm - 6:41 pm
CMH
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ORD
6h 34m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:36 pm - 10:44 am
ORD
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CMH
17h 08m
2 stops
$166Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17
Frontier Logo
11:17 am - 1:03 pm
CMH
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ORD
26h 46m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
5:01 am - 1:56 pm
ORD
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CMH
7h 55m
1 stop
$170Frontier
Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 8

American Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best American Airlines deals on Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
American Airlines
May 12
CMH6:00 amColumbus
1h 48m
ORD6:48 amChicago O'Hare Intl
May 14
ORD11:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 27m
CMH2:12 pmColumbus
$144
American Airlines
Feb 25
CMH6:30 amColumbus
1h 42m
ORD7:12 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 28
ORD8:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 29m
CMH11:28 pmColumbus
$161
American Airlines
Apr 7
CMH9:58 amColumbus
7h 17m
1 stop
ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 9
ORD11:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 27m
CMH2:12 pmColumbus
$211

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
Mar 3
CMH7:37 pmColumbus
21h 15m
1 stop
ORD3:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 10
ORD4:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 26m
1 stop
CMH10:44 amColumbus
$151
Frontier
Feb 9
CMH12:03 pmColumbus
11h 43m
1 stop
ORD10:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 22
ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 29m
1 stop
CMH10:34 amColumbus
$153
Frontier
Feb 9
CMH12:03 pmColumbus
11h 43m
1 stop
ORD10:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 21
ORD4:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 50m
1 stop
CMH10:32 amColumbus
$154

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Price

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-6:48 am

Nonstop1h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/14

11:45 am-2:12 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$144

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 3/3

11:39 am-10:51 am

2 stops24h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

6:36 pm-10:44 am

1 stop15h 08m

$146

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 3/3

7:37 pm-3:52 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

4:18 pm-10:44 am

1 stop17h 26m

$151

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sun 3/15

2:51 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop8h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

6:36 pm-9:41 am

1 stop14h 05m

$152

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 3/3

7:37 pm-3:52 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

7:41 pm-10:44 am

2 stops14h 03m

$154

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 3/2

11:19 am-10:51 am

1 stop24h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

9:05 pm-11:42 am

2 stops13h 37m

$156

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 3/2

11:19 am-10:51 am

1 stop24h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

3:21 pm-10:44 am

1 stop18h 23m

$159

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 2/25

6:30 am-7:12 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

8:59 pm-11:28 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$161

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 3/10

1:07 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

4:36 pm-10:44 am

2 stops17h 08m

$166

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sun 3/1

11:17 am-1:03 pm

2 stops26h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

5:01 am-1:56 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$170

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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 $536. 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 $796.

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 $507 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,063. 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 23m

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Every day
The fastest flight from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 1h 23m
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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 23m.

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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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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $90Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,407 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $143Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,051 reviews
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7.2
11,218 reviews
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7.4
9,236 reviews
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