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Cheap flights from Illinois to Columbus from $45

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Southwest Logo
9:55 am - 12:10 pmMDW-CMH
1h 15mnonstop
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4:30 pm - 4:45 pmCMH-MDW
1h 15mnonstop
$89Southwest
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Tue, Sep 30 - Tue, Sep 30
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5:25 pm - 7:40 pmMDW-CMH
1h 15mnonstop
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6:50 pm - 7:05 pmCMH-MDW
1h 15mnonstop
$106Southwest
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Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 8
American Airlines Logo
8:07 am - 10:33 amORD-CMH
1h 26mnonstop
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6:50 am - 7:19 amCMH-ORD
1h 29mnonstop
$127American Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 5:39 pmORD-CMH
1h 24mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 7:23 amCMH-ORD
1h 33mnonstop
$152American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 8
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:12 pm - 5:09 pmORD-CMH
19h 57m2 stops
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9:38 pm - 5:39 pmCMH-ORD
21h 01m2 stops
$157Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 9
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:12 pm - 11:29 amORD-CMH
14h 17m1 stop
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9:38 pm - 5:39 pmCMH-ORD
21h 01m2 stops
$164Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 9
Delta Logo
7:15 am - 11:15 amORD-CMH
3h 00m1 stop
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6:10 am - 8:04 amCMH-ORD
2h 54m1 stop
$177Delta
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Sat, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 2
Delta Logo
6:17 pm - 11:18 pmMDW-CMH
4h 01m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:36 am - 12:28 pmCMH-MDW
2h 52m1 stop
$177Delta
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Sat, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 3
United Airlines Logo
6:10 pm - 8:38 pmORD-CMH
1h 28mnonstop
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6:00 am - 6:35 amCMH-ORD
1h 35mnonstop
$187United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
United Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 9:38 amORD-CMH
1h 28mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:28 amCMH-ORD
1h 28mnonstop
$212United Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Wed, Sep 3

Frontier flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport

Our best Frontier deals on Illinois to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Frontier
Aug 16
MDW9:12 pmChicago Midway
15h 58m
1 stop
CMH2:10 pmColumbus
Aug 23
CMH6:44 pmColumbus
14h 38m
1 stop
MDW8:22 amChicago Midway
$187
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Frontier
Aug 14
MDW9:12 pmChicago Midway
10h 12m
1 stop
CMH8:24 amColumbus
Aug 16
CMH10:04 amColumbus
11h 18m
1 stop
MDW8:22 pmChicago Midway
$188
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Frontier
Oct 10
MDW6:15 amChicago Midway
9h 07m
1 stop
CMH4:22 pmColumbus
Oct 13
CMH5:17 pmColumbus
7h 08m
1 stop
MDW11:25 pmChicago Midway
$198
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Southwest flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport

Our best Southwest deals on Illinois to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 30
MDW9:55 amChicago Midway
1h 15m
CMH12:10 pmColumbus
Sep 30
CMH4:30 pmColumbus
1h 15m
MDW4:45 pmChicago Midway
$89
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Southwest
Sep 6
MDW5:25 pmChicago Midway
1h 15m
CMH7:40 pmColumbus
Sep 8
CMH6:50 pmColumbus
1h 15m
MDW7:05 pmChicago Midway
$106
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Southwest
Sep 30
MDW6:25 amChicago Midway
4h 35m
1 stop
CMH12:00 pmColumbus
Sep 30
CMH7:10 pmColumbus
1h 15m
MDW7:25 pmChicago Midway
$130
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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 August 4, 2025.
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ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/30

9:55 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Columbus

Tue 9/30

4:30 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$89

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/6

5:25 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Columbus

Mon 9/8

6:50 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$106

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

8:07 am-10:33 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Columbus

Sat 9/20

6:50 am-7:19 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$127

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

3:15 pm-5:39 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Columbus

Mon 9/8

6:50 am-7:23 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$152

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

8:12 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops19h 57m

Columbus

Tue 9/9

9:38 pm-5:39 pm

2 stops21h 01m

$157

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

8:12 pm-11:29 am

1 stop14h 17m

Columbus

Tue 9/9

9:38 pm-5:39 pm

2 stops21h 01m

$164

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/30

7:15 am-11:15 am

1 stop3h 00m

Columbus

Tue 9/2

6:10 am-8:04 am

1 stop2h 54m

$177

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/30

6:17 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop4h 01m

Columbus

Wed 9/3

10:36 am-12:28 pm

1 stop2h 52m

$177

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

6:10 pm-8:38 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Columbus

Tue 9/23

6:00 am-6:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$187

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

7:10 am-9:38 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Columbus

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-7:28 am

Nonstop1h 28m

$212

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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 $274. If you are unable to visit Columbus Airport during the month of May, then departing from Illinois during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $280.

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 $284. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $368. 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 morning. Our users have found flights to Columbus Airport in the morning for as low as $307. Flights to Columbus Airport are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $343. Departure times in the afternoon 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 $317 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 $221 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?

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

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Best Price Found

$45

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 $45. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Columbus Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $89.
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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  • 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
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $161Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $195Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,912 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $246Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,246 reviews
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