Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Columbus flights?

According to our data, Southwest have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from Chicago to Columbus delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Chicago and Columbus have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 108 minutes.

How many flights depart from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport on average per day?

As of March 2026, there are 2 flights per day flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00PM, with 38% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago Midway to Columbus?

Southwest and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago Midway to Columbus

How many flights depart from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport on average per week?

As of March 2026, 16 flights take off from Chicago Midway Airport and land in Columbus Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Columbus flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport?

As of March 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Columbus Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Columbus Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $299 to $271. The lowest price recently found on this route was $207.

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6:00 am - 7:33 pm

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12h 33m

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28h 19m

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$207Frontier

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$228Multiple Airlines

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Apr 16

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

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Apr 21

MDW6:38 pmChicago Midway

4h 27m

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CMH6:25 amColumbus

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MDW9:27 amChicago Midway

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MDW9:23 amChicago Midway

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago Midway Airport and Columbus Airport?

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 $278. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $461. 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 Chicago Midway Airport 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 $317. Flights to Columbus Airport are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $375. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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The best one-way flight to Columbus Airport from Chicago Midway Airport in the past 72 hours is $249. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $338.

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How far is Chicago Midway to Columbus by plane?
The distance between Chicago Midway and Columbus is about 282.0 mi. Flights usually cover this in 1h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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As of March 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Columbus Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Columbus Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Columbus Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 12.14% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 10.00%, Embraer 175 at 10.00%, and Embraer 170 at 8.57%.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago Midway Airport and Columbus Airport, the leading airline is Southwest, making up 100% of the total bookings.

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Southwest	PriceFrom $155	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,331 reviews		Search Southwest flights

Southwest Flights From Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport
Southwest operates around 16 flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $408, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from Chicago Midway Airport to Columbus Airport from as low as $155 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.0/10 in 4,331 reviews.

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