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6:40 pm - 2:20 pm
CMH
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ORD
20h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 9:52 pm
ORD
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CMH
29h 37m
2 stops
$194Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27
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6:25 am - 12:50 pm
CMH
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ORD
7h 25m
1 stop
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2:40 pm - 10:05 pm
ORD
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CMH
6h 25m
1 stop
$196Southwest
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 13
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6:00 am - 6:48 am
CMH
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ORD
1h 48mnonstop
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5:00 am - 10:29 am
ORD
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CMH
4h 29m
1 stop
$197American Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Mon, May 4
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9:20 am - 9:53 am
CMH
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ORD
1h 33mnonstop
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8:59 pm - 11:28 pm
ORD
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CMH
1h 29mnonstop
$200American Airlines
Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16
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6:24 pm - 11:54 pm
CMH
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ORD
6h 30m
1 stop
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7:14 pm - 11:59 pm
ORD
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CMH
3h 45m
1 stop
$201Delta
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16
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6:06 am - 12:45 pm
CMH
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ORD
7h 39m
2 stops
Delta Logo
1:36 pm - 12:43 am
ORD
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CMH
10h 07m
2 stops
$202Delta
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27
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9:32 am - 10:05 am
CMH
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ORD
1h 33mnonstop
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8:59 pm - 11:28 pm
ORD
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CMH
1h 29mnonstop
$203American Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
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7:35 pm - 11:54 pm
CMH
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ORD
5h 19m
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American Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 10:51 am
ORD
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CMH
1h 31mnonstop
$204American Airlines
Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, Apr 22
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11:19 am - 10:39 pm
CMH
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ORD
12h 20m
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6:36 pm - 10:44 am
ORD
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CMH
15h 08m
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$207Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 10
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6:35 am - 11:30 am
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ORD
5h 55m
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7:00 pm - 11:57 pm
ORD
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CMH
3h 57m
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$208Delta
Sat, Mar 28 - Wed, Apr 1

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 8
CMH2:51 pmColumbus
8h 48m
1 stop
ORD10:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 9
ORD8:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
23h 25m
1 stop
CMH8:30 amColumbus
$214
Frontier
Mar 22
CMH2:51 pmColumbus
8h 48m
1 stop
ORD10:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 23
ORD4:51 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 51m
1 stop
CMH11:42 amColumbus
$216
Frontier
Feb 19
CMH9:23 pmColumbus
23h 49m
1 stop
ORD8:12 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 23
ORD3:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
26h 17m
1 stop
CMH7:07 pmColumbus
$219

Southwest flights from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Southwest deals on Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Southwest
Mar 23
CMH5:30 amColumbus
8h 20m
2 stops
ORD12:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 25
ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 35m
1 stop
CMH10:15 pmColumbus
$232
Southwest
Mar 11
CMH6:00 amColumbus
7h 50m
1 stop
ORD12:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 13
ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 00m
1 stop
CMH10:40 pmColumbus
$243

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Price

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 4/23

6:40 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/27

3:15 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops29h 37m

$194

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 4/13

6:25 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

2:40 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$196

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-6:48 am

Nonstop1h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

5:00 am-10:29 am

1 stop4h 29m

$197

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 3/12

9:20 am-9:53 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

8:59 pm-11:28 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$200

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 3/9

6:24 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

7:14 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$201

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 4/23

6:06 am-12:45 pm

2 stops7h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/27

1:36 pm-12:43 am

2 stops10h 07m

$202

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 3/5

9:32 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

8:59 pm-11:28 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$203

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 4/20

7:35 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

8:20 am-10:51 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$204

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Mon 3/2

11:19 am-10:39 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

6:36 pm-10:44 am

1 stop15h 08m

$207

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 3/28

6:35 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

7:00 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop3h 57m

$208

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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 $534. 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 $791.

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 $508 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,049. 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 $317 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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1h 30m

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Every day
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?

    Prices for flights from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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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
8,451 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $143Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,052 reviews
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7.2
11,288 reviews
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7.4
9,289 reviews
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