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11:39 am - 11:47 pm
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ORD
13h 08m
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3:29 pm - 10:20 am
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CMH
17h 51m
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$152Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Fri, Feb 20
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11:39 am - 11:22 am
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3:29 pm - 10:20 am
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17h 51m
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$153Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 20
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ORD
13h 08m
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7:00 am - 11:32 pm
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CMH
15h 32m
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$155Spirit Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25
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ORD
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4:42 pm - 10:32 am
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16h 50m
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$156Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Thu, Feb 26
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ORD
8h 41m
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6:36 pm - 9:40 am
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$158Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 24
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$161Multiple Airlines
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ORD
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United Airlines flights from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 16
CMH7:00 amColumbus
1h 32m
ORD7:32 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 16
ORD10:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 25m
CMH1:12 pmColumbus
$166
United Airlines
Feb 23
CMH2:25 pmColumbus
1h 30m
ORD2:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 24
ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 26m
CMH4:51 pmColumbus
$171
United Airlines
Mar 11
CMH10:27 amColumbus
1h 34m
ORD11:01 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 16
ORD9:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 18m
CMH11:47 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 15
CMH8:05 amColumbus
5h 40m
1 stop
ORD12:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 18
ORD9:48 amChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 10m
1 stop
CMH3:58 pmColumbus
$191
Delta
Feb 21
CMH10:20 amColumbus
8h 41m
2 stops
ORD6:01 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 23
ORD3:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 58m
1 stop
CMH10:57 pmColumbus
$196
Delta
Feb 25
CMH12:39 pmColumbus
9h 05m
2 stops
ORD8:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 3
ORD2:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 21m
2 stops
CMH10:26 pmColumbus
$202

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ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 2/18

11:39 am-11:47 pm

1 stop13h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

3:29 pm-10:20 am

1 stop17h 51m

$152

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 2/17

11:39 am-11:22 am

1 stop24h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

3:29 pm-10:20 am

1 stop17h 51m

$153

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 2/18

11:39 am-11:47 pm

1 stop13h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-11:32 pm

1 stop15h 32m

$155

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 2/24

11:39 am-9:13 pm

1 stop10h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

4:42 pm-10:32 am

1 stop16h 50m

$156

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 3/18

10:40 am-6:21 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/24

6:36 pm-9:40 am

1 stop14h 04m

$158

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 2/24

2:41 pm-11:47 am

2 stops22h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

8:30 am-12:30 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$160

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Fri 2/6

12:03 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop11h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

4:43 pm-10:44 am

1 stop17h 01m

$161

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 2/10

5:45 am-5:12 pm

2 stops12h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

4:42 pm-10:32 am

1 stop16h 50m

$163

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Fri 2/20

10:54 am-10:39 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/23

4:42 pm-10:44 am

2 stops17h 02m

$165

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 4/16

7:00 am-7:32 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

10:47 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$166

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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 $539. 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 $801.

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 $511 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,074. 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 $315 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 28m

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The fastest flight from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 1h 28m
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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 28m.

  • 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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6.3
8,384 reviews
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5.7
3,056 reviews
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7.2
11,197 reviews
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7.4
9,205 reviews
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