What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ohio to Chicago?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Ohio to Chicago

How many flights depart from Ohio to Chicago on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 1,530 flights per week flying from Ohio to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Ohio to Chicago on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 218 flights per day flying from Ohio to Chicago. The most common time of day flights depart is 2:00PM, with 46% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Ohio according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

Average flight duration from Ohio to Chicago depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Columbus to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 1h 23m on average, while flying from Dayton to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 1h 24m on average. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Chicago.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ohio to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Ohio to Chicago are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ohio to Chicago?

The number of operators available for flights from Ohio to Chicago is 6 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Ohio to Chicago?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ohio to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago 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 Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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4:07 pm - 8:18 am

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ORD

17h 11m1 stop

9:23 am - 3:12 pm

ORD

CVG

28h 49m1 stop

$122Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 21

7:14 pm - 1:58 pm

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19h 44m1 stop

6:57 pm - 10:12 pm

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26h 15m1 stop

$132Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9

4:23 pm - 10:41 am

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ORD

19h 18m1 stop

5:40 am - 11:55 am

ORD

CVG

5h 15m1 stop

$151Frontier

Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 26

8:59 am - 9:41 am

DTW

ORD

1h 42mnonstop

6:50 am - 9:22 am

ORD

DTW

1h 32mnonstop

$153Delta

Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10

12:25 pm - 12:46 pm

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MDW

1h 21mnonstop

9:33 am - 11:44 am

MDW

DTW

1h 11mnonstop

$153Delta

Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10

6:06 am - 5:52 pm

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ORD

12h 46m1 stop

5:15 am - 11:27 pm

ORD

CMH

17h 12m1 stop

$155Spirit Airlines

Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 14

10:07 pm - 9:12 am

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ORD

12h 05m1 stop

4:38 pm - 12:19 am

ORD

DTW

6h 41m1 stop

$155Spirit Airlines

Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12

6:00 pm - 6:40 pm

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MDW

1h 40mnonstop

7:45 pm - 9:55 pm

MDW

DTW

1h 10mnonstop

$157Southwest

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7:00 am - 7:30 am

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MDW

1h 30mnonstop

5:15 pm - 10:30 pm

MDW

DTW

4h 15m1 stop

$158Southwest

Sat, Jan 24 - Tue, Jan 27

1:07 pm - 10:39 pm

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ORD

10h 32m1 stop

3:50 pm - 12:59 am

ORD

CVG

8h 09m1 stop

$162Frontier

Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23

Frontier flights from Ohio to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on Ohio to Chicago flight tickets

Frontier

Jan 21

CVG4:23 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

19h 18m

1 stop

ORD10:41 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 26

ORD5:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 15m

1 stop

CVG11:55 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$151

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Frontier

Feb 19

CVG1:07 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

10h 32m

1 stop

ORD10:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 23

ORD3:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

8h 09m

1 stop

CVG12:59 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$162

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Frontier

Jan 23

CMH12:03 pmColumbus

11h 43m

1 stop

ORD10:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 25

ORD2:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 05m

1 stop

CMH10:47 amColumbus

$174

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Delta

Feb 3

DTW8:59 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 42m

ORD9:41 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 10

ORD6:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 32m

DTW9:22 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$153

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Delta

Jan 17

DTW8:59 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 42m

ORD9:41 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 24

ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 18m

DTW4:13 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$171

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Jan 12

PIT11:15 amPittsburgh

7h 30m

1 stop

ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 14

ORD5:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 13m

1 stop

PIT12:43 pmPittsburgh

$174

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Mon 1/19

4:07 pm-8:18 am

1 stop17h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

9:23 am-3:12 pm

1 stop28h 49m

$122

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

7:14 pm-1:58 pm

1 stop19h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

6:57 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$132

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 1/21

4:23 pm-10:41 am

1 stop19h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/26

5:40 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 15m

$151

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/3

8:59 am-9:41 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/10

6:50 am-9:22 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$153

DetroitChicago

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/3

12:25 pm-12:46 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/10

9:33 am-11:44 am

Nonstop1h 11m

$153

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CMHORD

Columbus

Tue 1/13

6:06 am-5:52 pm

1 stop12h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

5:15 am-11:27 pm

1 stop17h 12m

$155

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/9

10:07 pm-9:12 am

1 stop12h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

4:38 pm-12:19 am

1 stop6h 41m

$155

DetroitChicago

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/24

6:00 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/26

7:45 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$157

DetroitChicago

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/27

5:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$158

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 2/19

1:07 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop10h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/23

3:50 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 09m

$162

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Ohio to Chicago

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Ohio, with most prices found around $187. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in August, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Ohio to Chicago during April average around $248.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $467. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Ohio to Chicago for around $686.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the morning. Flights from Ohio to Chicago during this time can be as low as $478. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $850.

What is the cheapest Ohio to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago Midway for the best Ohio - Chicago flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Ohio when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $292 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Ohio for as low as $88 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Ohio to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Ohio to Chicago 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 Ohio to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ohio to Chicago flight.

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Best Price Found	$170
Fastest flight time	1h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Ohio in the past 72 hours is $170. The best round-trip flight deal from Ohio to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $286.

The fastest flight from Ohio to Chicago takes 1h 05m

Direct flights go from Ohio to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Ohio there are direct flights to Chicago Midway (MDW).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ohio to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Ohio to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ohio to Chicago?
The number of operators available for flights from Ohio to Chicago is 6 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Ohio to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ohio to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago 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 Chicago. 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 Ohio to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Ohio to Chicago is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700, representing 12.08% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 170 at 7.90%, Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 7.84%, and Airbus A319 at 7.77%.

Best airlines flying from Ohio to Chicago

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $90	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,194 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $133	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,050 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $136	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,099 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $137	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,257 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $143	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,082 reviews	Search Frontier flights

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