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

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbus?

United Airlines and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbus

How often are flights from Chicago to Columbus delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% 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 126 minutes.

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.

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

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport is 2 as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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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Q: How many flights depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport on average per day?

The number of flights available between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Columbus Airport is 24 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 3:00PM, with 52% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with most prices found around $215. If you are unable to visit Columbus Airport during the month of September, then departing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $285.

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 $277. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $443. 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 O'Hare Intl 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 $321. Flights to Columbus Airport are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $347. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Columbus Airport for around $329 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Columbus Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for as low as $209 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbus flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport.

How have Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport flights are approximately 26% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Columbus Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $241. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $285.

The fastest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport takes 1h 18m

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How far is Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbus by plane?
The straight-line distance from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbus is 295.0 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 18m.
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Prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport are updated daily.
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The number of operators available for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport is 2 as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport is Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets), representing 14.65% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 at 14.38%, Embraer 170 at 14.19%, and Boeing 737-700 at 10.51%.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport is United Airlines (52% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is American Airlines (48%).

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United Airlines Flights From Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport
The lowest priced United Airlines flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport from the last 72 hours was $207. Generally, United Airlines has 27 flights on this route every week with an average price of $334. United Airlines is rated 7.4/10 by our users.
American Airlines Flights From Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport
American Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. American Airlines flight deals for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport start from as low as $161 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average American Airlines deals seen on momondo around $304. American Airlines operates 15 flights to Columbus Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in an average week. Users have rated it 7.2/10 across 11,249 reviews.

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Can stopping save me money on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport.

How have Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport flights are approximately 26% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbus?

United Airlines and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbus

How often are flights from Chicago to Columbus delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% 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 126 minutes.

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.

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

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

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

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport on average per day?

The number of flights available between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Columbus Airport is 24 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 3:00PM, with 52% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus Airport on average per week?

As of February 2026, 173 flights take off from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and land in Columbus Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sun, with 23% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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