Latest deals
Insights
FAQs
Reviews
Price Alerts

Cheap flights from Illinois to Columbus from $49

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 4/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
1 adult
0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.
Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Illinois to Columbus

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.
Frontier Logo
5:01 am - 2:41 pm
ORD
-
CMH
8h 40m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:18 pm - 10:44 am
CMH
-
ORD
15h 26m
2 stops
$185Frontier
Sun, May 10 - Fri, May 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:28 am - 5:40 pm
ORD
-
CMH
5h 12m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 11:06 pm
CMH
-
ORD
29h 06m
2 stops
$188Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 19
Southwest Logo
1:05 pm - 3:15 pm
MDW
-
CMH
1h 10mnonstop
Southwest Logo
2:30 pm - 8:50 pm
CMH
-
MDW
7h 20m
1 stop
$188Southwest
Wed, Apr 8 - Mon, Apr 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:28 am - 5:40 pm
ORD
-
CMH
5h 12m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:21 pm - 5:00 pm
CMH
-
ORD
20h 39m
2 stops
$189Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Mon, Apr 20
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 5:40 pm
MDW
-
CMH
10h 40m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:00 pm - 7:31 pm
CMH
-
MDW
25h 31m
1 stop
$190Frontier
Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, Apr 26
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 9:05 pm
MDW
-
CMH
1h 10mnonstop
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 4:05 pm
CMH
-
MDW
1h 15mnonstop
$200Southwest
Sat, Mar 28 - Mon, Mar 30
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 10:20 pm
ORD
-
CMH
1h 35mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:01 am - 9:38 am
CMH
-
ORD
1h 37mnonstop
$200United Airlines
Wed, Apr 8 - Sat, Apr 11
American Airlines Logo
11:54 am - 7:03 pm
ORD
-
CMH
6h 09m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 9:39 pm
CMH
-
ORD
1h 44mnonstop
$201American Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 14
American Airlines Logo
5:51 am - 2:12 pm
STL
-
CMH
7h 21m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:37 am - 4:00 pm
CMH
-
STL
9h 23m
1 stop
$223American Airlines
Fri, May 15 - Sat, May 16
United Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 3:34 pm
PIA
-
CMH
3h 54m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 1:45 pm
CMH
-
PIA
5h 30m
1 stop
$259United Airlines
Fri, Mar 13 - Tue, Mar 17

Frontier flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport

Our best Frontier deals on Illinois to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Frontier
May 10
ORD5:01 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 40m
1 stop
CMH2:41 pmColumbus
May 15
CMH8:18 pmColumbus
15h 26m
2 stops
ORD10:44 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$185
Frontier
Apr 24
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
10h 40m
1 stop
CMH5:40 pmColumbus
Apr 26
CMH7:00 pmColumbus
25h 31m
1 stop
MDW7:31 pmChicago Midway
$190
Frontier
Apr 17
ORD5:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 41m
1 stop
CMH5:40 pmColumbus
Apr 19
CMH11:38 amColumbus
13h 21m
1 stop
ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$202

Southwest flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport

Our best Southwest deals on Illinois to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 8
MDW1:05 pmChicago Midway
1h 10m
CMH3:15 pmColumbus
Apr 13
CMH2:30 pmColumbus
7h 20m
1 stop
MDW8:50 pmChicago Midway
$188
Southwest
Mar 28
MDW6:55 pmChicago Midway
1h 10m
CMH9:05 pmColumbus
Mar 30
CMH3:50 pmColumbus
1h 15m
MDW4:05 pmChicago Midway
$200
Southwest
Mar 28
MDW6:55 pmChicago Midway
1h 10m
CMH9:05 pmColumbus
Mar 30
CMH8:20 pmColumbus
3h 40m
1 stop
MDW11:00 pmChicago Midway
$210

momondo Fare Finder

 
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 March 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

5:01 am-2:41 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Columbus

Fri 5/15

8:18 pm-10:44 am

2 stops15h 26m

$185

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

11:28 am-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Columbus

Sun 4/19

7:00 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops29h 06m

$188

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/8

1:05 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Columbus

Mon 4/13

2:30 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$188

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

11:28 am-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Columbus

Mon 4/20

9:21 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops20h 39m

$189

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/24

6:00 am-5:40 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Columbus

Sun 4/26

7:00 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop25h 31m

$190

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sat 3/28

6:55 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Columbus

Mon 3/30

3:50 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$200

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

7:45 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Columbus

Sat 4/11

9:01 am-9:38 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$200

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

11:54 am-7:03 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Columbus

Tue 4/14

8:55 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$201

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 5/15

5:51 am-2:12 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Columbus

Sat 5/16

7:37 am-4:00 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$223

PeoriaColumbus

PIA - CMH

PIACMH

Greater Peoria

Fri 3/13

10:40 am-3:34 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Columbus

Tue 3/17

9:15 am-1:45 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$259

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

See travel insights to Columbus from

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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 $279. If you are unable to visit Columbus Airport during the month of May, then departing from Illinois during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $287.

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 $274. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $448. 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 $319. Flights to Columbus Airport are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $338. 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 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 $341 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 $215 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.

Cheap Illinois to Columbus Airport flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Illinois to Columbus Airport

Best Price Found

$158

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 $158. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Columbus Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $265.
The fastest flight from Illinois to Columbus Airport takes 1h 10m
Direct flights go from Illinois to Columbus Airport every day.
Search flight deals

  • 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Illinois to Columbus Airport with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
SouthwestPriceFrom $155Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,302 reviews
Search Southwest flights
American AirlinesPriceFrom $155Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,375 reviews
Search American Airlines flights
United AirlinesPriceFrom $199Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,377 reviews
Search United Airlines flights

Traveling to a place near Columbus?

Book flights to Columbus if you plan to visit one of these locations
Grove City
Reynoldsburg
Hilliard
Chillicothe
Logan
Zanesville
Lancaster
Worthington
Bellville
Westerville
Marysville
Gahanna
Milledgeville

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Illinois to Columbus?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights from Illinois to Columbus. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good hands.

Can I find flights from Illinois to Columbus with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Columbus from Illinois which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Illinois to Columbus?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Illinois to Columbus.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Illinois to Columbus right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Columbus from Illinois. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

An easier way to manage your Columbus Airport trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.
Start using Trips
Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
1 adult
Thu 4/2
Thu 4/9
By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to Columbus