Cheap flights from Illinois to Columbus from $65

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Frontier Logo
5:06 pm - 5:05 pm
STL
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CMH
22h 59m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:00 pm - 8:52 am
CMH
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STL
15h 52m
1 stop
$173Frontier
za, jun. 13 - di, jun. 16
Frontier Logo
5:27 pm - 5:10 pm
STL
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CMH
22h 43m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:48 pm - 5:33 pm
CMH
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STL
21h 45m
2 stops
$194Frontier
ma, mei. 11 - ma, jun. 1
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 2:40 pm
STL
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CMH
8h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:45 pm - 10:20 pm
CMH
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STL
5h 35m
1 stop
$198Southwest
wo, mei. 27 - wo, jun. 3
Southwest Logo
6:45 pm - 9:05 pm
STL
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CMH
1h 20mnonstop
Southwest Logo
5:45 pm - 10:20 pm
CMH
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STL
5h 35m
1 stop
$204Southwest
wo, mei. 27 - wo, jun. 3
United Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 9:35 am
ORD
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CMH
1h 30mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:32 am
CMH
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ORD
1h 32mnonstop
$239United Airlines
za, mei. 9 - ma, mei. 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:28 am - 5:40 pm
ORD
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CMH
5h 12m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:24 am - 10:39 pm
CMH
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ORD
13h 15m
1 stop
$240Multiple Airlines
vr, mei. 1 - zo, mei. 3
American Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 11:23 pm
ORD
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CMH
1h 38mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:14 pm - 9:44 pm
CMH
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ORD
1h 30mnonstop
$241American Airlines
za, mei. 30 - za, jun. 6
American Airlines Logo
6:04 pm - 8:42 pm
ORD
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CMH
1h 38mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:25 pm - 9:33 pm
CMH
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ORD
5h 08m
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$243American Airlines
wo, jun. 3 - ma, jun. 8
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1:27 pm - 10:32 pm
ORD
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CMH
8h 05m
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1:37 pm - 7:55 am
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ORD
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$244Multiple Airlines
za, mei. 2 - ma, mei. 4
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2:50 pm - 8:25 pm
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CMH
4h 35m
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2:19 pm - 4:50 pm
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PIA
3h 31m
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$319United Airlines
vr, mei. 1 - di, mei. 5

Southwest flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport

Our best Southwest deals on Illinois to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Southwest
May 27
STL5:15 amLambert-St Louis
8h 25m
1 stop
CMH2:40 pmColumbus
Jun 3
CMH5:45 pmColumbus
5h 35m
1 stop
STL10:20 pmLambert-St Louis
$198
Southwest
May 27
STL6:45 pmLambert-St Louis
1h 20m
CMH9:05 pmColumbus
Jun 3
CMH5:45 pmColumbus
5h 35m
1 stop
STL10:20 pmLambert-St Louis
$204
Southwest
May 27
STL10:15 amLambert-St Louis
1h 25m
CMH12:40 pmColumbus
Jun 3
CMH7:15 amColumbus
1h 30m
STL7:45 amLambert-St Louis
$210

United Airlines flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on Illinois to Columbus Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
May 9
ORD7:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 30m
CMH9:35 amColumbus
May 11
CMH7:00 amColumbus
1h 32m
ORD7:32 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$239
United Airlines
May 19
ORD7:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 35m
CMH10:20 pmColumbus
May 21
CMH6:00 amColumbus
4h 36m
1 stop
ORD9:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$297
United Airlines
May 30
PIA5:33 pmGreater Peoria
5h 26m
1 stop
CMH11:59 pmColumbus
Jun 5
CMH8:55 pmColumbus
4h 20m
1 stop
PIA12:15 amGreater Peoria
$309

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated april 20, 2026.
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St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

za 6/13

5:06 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop22h 59m

Columbus

di 6/16

6:00 pm-8:52 am

1 stop15h 52m

$173

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

ma 5/11

5:27 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop22h 43m

Columbus

ma 6/1

8:48 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops21h 45m

$194

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

wo 5/27

5:15 am-2:40 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Columbus

wo 6/3

5:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$198

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

wo 5/27

6:45 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

wo 6/3

5:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$204
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

za 5/9

7:05 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Columbus

ma 5/11

7:00 am-7:32 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$239

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vr 5/1

11:28 am-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Columbus

zo 5/3

10:24 am-10:39 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$240

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

za 5/30

8:45 pm-11:23 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Columbus

za 6/6

9:14 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$241

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

wo 6/3

6:04 pm-8:42 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Columbus

ma 6/8

5:25 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$243

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

za 5/2

1:27 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Columbus

ma 5/4

1:37 pm-7:55 am

2 stops19h 18m

$244

PeoriaColumbus

PIA - CMH

PIACMH

Greater Peoria

vr 5/1

2:50 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Columbus

di 5/5

2:19 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop3h 31m

$319

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Columbus Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport from Illinois, with most prices found around $292. If you are unable to visit Columbus Airport during the month of May, then departing from Illinois during the month June is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $299.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Columbus Airport?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Columbus Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $285. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $480. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Columbus Airport.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Columbus Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest Illinois to Columbus Airport flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Columbus Airport at noon for as low as $322. Flights to Columbus Airport are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $418. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Columbus flight route?

Fly from Chicago Midway to Columbus for the best Illinois - Columbus flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Columbus Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Columbus Airport from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Columbus Airport for around $355 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Columbus Airport from Illinois for as low as $206 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Columbus flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Columbus flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to Columbus Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Illinois to Columbus Airport.

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Best Price Found

$187

Fastest flight time

1h 10m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Columbus Airport from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $187. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Columbus Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $330.
The fastest flight from Illinois to Columbus Airport takes 1h 10m
Direct flights go from Illinois to Columbus Airport every day.

Frequently asked questions about flying from Illinois to Columbus Airport

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport?

    Prices for flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Columbus Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Illinois to Columbus Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Columbus Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Columbus Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Columbus Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Columbus Airport?

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Columbus Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
SouthwestPriceFrom $155Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,330 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $155Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,625 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $207Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,607 reviews
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