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Cheap flights from Illinois to Columbus from $78

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Illinois to Columbus departing on 10/13. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Frontier Logo
4:57 pm - 4:59 pm
STL
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CMH
23h 02m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
5:44 pm - 8:57 am
CMH
-
STL
16h 13m
1 stop
$167Frontier
Wed, Jul 15 - Thu, Jul 23
Frontier Logo
4:57 pm - 4:59 pm
STL
-
CMH
23h 02m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
5:44 pm - 8:57 am
CMH
-
STL
16h 13m
1 stop
$169Frontier
Sat, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:34 pm - 9:17 am
STL
-
CMH
37h 43m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 8:57 am
CMH
-
STL
16h 13m
1 stop
$231Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 2 - Tue, Aug 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 9:14 pm
STL
-
CMH
9h 39m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:28 pm - 9:40 am
CMH
-
STL
16h 12m
1 stop
$236Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
6:59 am - 9:33 am
ORD
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CMH
1h 34mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 2:29 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1h 34mnonstop
$247American Airlines
Wed, Jul 22 - Thu, Jul 23
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 1:27 pm
ORD
-
CMH
5h 27m
1 stop
Delta Logo
12:10 pm - 4:17 pm
CMH
-
ORD
5h 07m
1 stop
$248Delta
Sat, Aug 8 - Thu, Aug 13
Southwest Logo
10:00 am - 12:15 pm
MDW
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CMH
1h 15mnonstop
Southwest Logo
12:55 pm - 4:55 pm
CMH
-
MDW
5h 00m
1 stop
$255Southwest
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
Southwest Logo
7:50 am - 10:15 am
MDW
-
CMH
1h 25mnonstop
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 10:00 am
CMH
-
MDW
3h 55m
1 stop
$257Southwest
Tue, Jul 21 - Thu, Jul 23
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 5:18 pm
MDW
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CMH
3h 18m
1 stop
Delta Logo
8:10 am - 12:33 pm
CMH
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MDW
5h 23m
1 stop
$267Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 1:50 pm
EVV
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CMH
5h 42m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:22 pm - 12:23 am
CMH
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EVV
5h 01m
1 stop
$447American Airlines
Tue, Jul 7 - Sat, Jul 11

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Delta flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport

Our best Delta deals on Illinois to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Delta
Aug 8
ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 27m
1 stop
CMH1:27 pmColumbus
Aug 13
CMH12:10 pmColumbus
5h 07m
1 stop
ORD4:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$248
Delta
Oct 17
ORD11:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 48m
1 stop
CMH5:18 pmColumbus
Oct 18
CMH8:10 amColumbus
5h 27m
1 stop
ORD12:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$267
Delta
Jul 4
ORD7:01 amChicago O'Hare Intl
3h 31m
1 stop
CMH11:32 amColumbus
Jul 14
CMH2:07 pmColumbus
3h 16m
1 stop
ORD4:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$274

United Airlines flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on Illinois to Columbus Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Jul 11
ORD12:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 39m
CMH3:27 pmColumbus
Jul 14
CMH9:00 amColumbus
1h 36m
ORD9:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$258
United Airlines
Aug 8
ORD9:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 29m
CMH11:59 pmColumbus
Aug 17
CMH6:11 pmColumbus
1h 39m
ORD6:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$271
United Airlines
Jul 25
ORD9:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 29m
CMH11:59 pmColumbus
Jul 26
CMH6:00 amColumbus
4h 36m
1 stop
ORD9:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$289

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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 June 24, 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

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St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/15

4:57 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop23h 02m

Columbus

Thu 7/23

5:44 pm-8:57 am

1 stop16h 13m

$167

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 8/8

4:57 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop23h 02m

Columbus

Tue 8/11

5:44 pm-8:57 am

1 stop16h 13m

$169

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 8/2

6:34 pm-9:17 am

2 stops37h 43m

Columbus

Tue 8/11

5:44 pm-8:57 am

1 stop16h 13m

$231

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/14

10:35 am-9:14 pm

2 stops9h 39m

Columbus

Sun 9/20

6:28 pm-9:40 am

1 stop16h 12m

$236
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/22

6:59 am-9:33 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Columbus

Thu 7/23

1:55 pm-2:29 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$247

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/8

7:00 am-1:27 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Columbus

Thu 8/13

12:10 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$248

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/6

10:00 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Columbus

Mon 8/10

12:55 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$255

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/21

7:50 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Columbus

Thu 7/23

7:05 am-10:00 am

1 stop3h 55m

$257

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/17

1:00 pm-5:18 pm

1 stop3h 18m

Columbus

Sun 10/18

8:10 am-12:33 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$267

EvansvilleColumbus

EVV - CMH

EVVCMH

Evansville Dress Regional

Tue 7/7

7:08 am-1:50 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Columbus

Sat 7/11

8:22 pm-12:23 am

1 stop5h 01m

$447

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport from Illinois, with most prices found around $91. If you are unable to visit Columbus Airport during the month of August, then departing from Illinois during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $97.

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 $302. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $449. 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 $347. Flights to Columbus Airport are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $437. 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 O'Hare Intl to Columbus for the best Illinois - Columbus flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois 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 $382 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 $157 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Columbus Airport 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

$168

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 $168. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Columbus Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $309.
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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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.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport?

  • 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
American AirlinesPriceFrom $164Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,751 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $215Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,881 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $253Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,242 reviews
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