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Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 7:14 pmSTL-CMH
5h 14m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:23 am - 9:39 amCMH-STL
4h 16m1 stop
$217Delta
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Tue, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 10:13 pmSTL-CMH
12h 28m2 stops
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5:33 am - 10:33 pmCMH-STL
18h 00m1 stop
$218Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 4
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:14 pmORD-CMH
16h 14m1 stop
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8:33 pm - 8:09 pmCMH-ORD
24h 36m3 stops
$257Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 7
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:01 pm - 4:09 pmORD-CMH
25h 08m3 stops
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11:14 am - 11:08 amCMH-ORD
24h 54m3 stops
$258Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 1:21 pmPIA-CMH
5h 36m1 stop
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6:00 am - 10:16 amCMH-PIA
5h 16m1 stop
$259United Airlines
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Sun, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 27
Southwest Logo
12:45 pm - 2:55 pmMDW-CMH
1h 10mnonstop
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11:45 am - 5:35 pmCMH-MDW
6h 50m2 stops
$260Southwest
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Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 8
Southwest Logo
9:35 am - 11:50 amMDW-CMH
1h 15mnonstop
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9:00 am - 11:25 amCMH-MDW
3h 25m1 stop
$264Southwest
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Tue, Dec 30 - Thu, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 11:09 pmORD-CMH
4h 29m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 6:03 amCMH-ORD
1h 33mnonstop
$269American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 9:30 amORD-CMH
1h 20mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 6:22 pmCMH-ORD
1h 37mnonstop
$274United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 17 - Sun, Jan 4
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:32 amSTL-CMH
4h 32m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:52 pm - 11:44 pmCMH-STL
4h 52m1 stop
$282American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 25 - Mon, Dec 29

Delta flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport

Our best Delta deals on Illinois to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Delta
Feb 3
STL1:00 pmLambert-St Louis
5h 14m
1 stop
CMH7:14 pmColumbus
Feb 4
CMH6:23 amColumbus
4h 16m
1 stop
STL9:39 amLambert-St Louis
Delta
Jan 31
STL7:10 amLambert-St Louis
6h 14m
1 stop
CMH2:24 pmColumbus
Feb 4
CMH6:23 amColumbus
4h 16m
1 stop
STL9:39 amLambert-St Louis
Delta
Mar 10
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
4h 38m
1 stop
CMH11:38 amColumbus
Mar 11
CMH6:05 amColumbus
7h 30m
2 stops
MDW12:35 pmChicago Midway

Spirit Airlines flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Illinois to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Dec 5
ORD5:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 14m
1 stop
CMH10:14 pmColumbus
Dec 7
CMH8:33 pmColumbus
24h 36m
3 stops
ORD8:09 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Dec 2
ORD2:01 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
25h 08m
3 stops
CMH4:09 pmColumbus
Dec 9
CMH11:14 amColumbus
24h 54m
3 stops
ORD11:08 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Dec 5
ORD5:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 14m
1 stop
CMH10:14 pmColumbus
Dec 7
CMH8:33 pmColumbus
20h 14m
2 stops
ORD3:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/3

1:00 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Columbus

Wed 2/4

6:23 am-9:39 am

1 stop4h 16m

$217

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/2

8:45 am-10:13 pm

2 stops12h 28m

Columbus

Wed 2/4

5:33 am-10:33 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$218

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/5

5:00 am-10:14 pm

1 stop16h 14m

Columbus

Sun 12/7

8:33 pm-8:09 pm

3 stops24h 36m

$257

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

2:01 pm-4:09 pm

3 stops25h 08m

Columbus

Tue 12/9

11:14 am-11:08 am

3 stops24h 54m

$258

PeoriaColumbus

PIA - CMH

PIACMH

Greater Peoria

Sun 11/23

6:45 am-1:21 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Columbus

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-10:16 am

1 stop5h 16m

$259

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sat 12/6

12:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Columbus

Mon 12/8

11:45 am-5:35 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$260

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/30

9:35 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Columbus

Thu 1/1

9:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop3h 25m

$264

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/8

5:40 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Columbus

Mon 12/15

5:30 am-6:03 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$269

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/17

7:10 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Sun 1/4

5:45 pm-6:22 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$274

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/25

5:00 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 32m

Columbus

Mon 12/29

7:52 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$282

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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 $270. If you are unable to visit Columbus Airport during the month of May, then departing from Illinois during the month February 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 $290. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $423. 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 in the evening. Our users have found flights to Columbus Airport in the evening for as low as $297. Flights to Columbus Airport are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $345. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Columbus flight route?

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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 $323 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 $209 on momondo.

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

There are 4 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?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Columbus Airport flight.

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Best Price Found

$126

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 $126. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Columbus Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $297.
The fastest flight from Illinois to Columbus Airport takes 1h 10m
Direct flights go from Illinois to Columbus Airport every day.
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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.

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Best airlines flying from Illinois to Columbus Airport

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $160Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,045 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $206Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,012 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $217Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,235 reviews
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