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$55+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Chicago (CHI)

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CMH — CHI
Jan 28 — Feb 41
Tue 1/28
Tue 2/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Columbus to Chicago are usually found in April or February, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 23, 2025.

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$260
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One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

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Average price

$298
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 23, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/65:12 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 43mSpirit Airlines
Fri 2/77:00 amORD - CMH
2 stops14h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$260
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/186:44 amCMH - MDW
2 stops7h 21mDelta
Thu 2/2010:57 amMDW - CMH
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Deal found 1/23$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/146:11 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/176:48 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/23$262
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/148:40 pmCMH - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Mon 2/172:30 pmMDW - CMH
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/23$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/94:35 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/107:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/296:30 amCMH - ORD
1 stop3h 48mDelta
Wed 4/27:05 amORD - CMH
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Deal found 1/22$272
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1111:44 amCMH - MDW
1 stop9h 11mFrontier
Sun 4/1312:46 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop20h 58mFrontier
Deal found 1/23$300
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/85:20 amCMH - ORD
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Sat 3/84:00 pmORD - CMH
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$360
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/269:04 pmCMH - ORD
3 stops18h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/317:00 amORD - CMH
1 stop14h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$388

Find flights from Columbus to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Chicago 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 23, 2025.

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ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Thu 2/27

5:19 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops29h 06m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/3

6:48 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops41h 59m

$260

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 2/6

5:12 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/7

7:00 am-10:39 pm

2 stops14h 39m

$260

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Tue 3/11

6:30 am-8:45 am

1 stop3h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/11

1:16 pm-10:26 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$262

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 4/2

6:35 am-12:41 pm

2 stops7h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/3

6:45 am-1:29 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$262

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Sun 4/13

7:08 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop18h 28m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/15

4:40 pm-10:44 am

1 stop17h 04m

$266

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Mon 3/10

3:05 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/14

3:00 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$267

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sun 3/9

4:35 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/10

7:35 pm-10:07 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$267

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sat 3/8

5:55 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/15

6:38 pm-9:04 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$280

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 6/4

6:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/30

4:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$337

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sun 3/9

5:19 pm-9:29 am

2 stops17h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/16

9:16 am-9:42 am

2 stops23h 26m

$372

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Columbus to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Chicago is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Columbus to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $322). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 23, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 51% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 21, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 23, 2025.

The most flights from C01 to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated January 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines from Columbus to Chicago have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,508 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,971 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,108 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($260), Delta ($262), and American Airlines ($262) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Chicago. Spirit Airlines is priced at 11% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Chicago are Frontier ($55), Spirit Airlines ($79), and Southwest ($119).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbus to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Columbus to Chicago on time: Emirates (93%), Copa Airlines (92%), Royal Jordanian (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,099, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $139. The most popular route (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $189.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Columbus to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $322). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$135Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$153Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$159Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$229Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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