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$75+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CHI
nov. 23 — nov. 301
sáb. 11/23
sáb. 11/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Columbus to Chicago are usually found in February or April, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Saturday 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 noviembre 18, 2024.

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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 noviembre 18, 2024.

This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/157:40 pmCMH - ORD
2 stops25h 57mSpirit Airlines
mié. 12/1811:12 amORD - CMH
2 stops11h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/16$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
jue. 11/2812:40 pmCMH - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
jue. 11/283:20 pmMDW - CMH
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 11/17$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
mar. 12/317:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mUnited Airlines
mié. 1/16:20 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$247
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
sáb. 12/74:03 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
dom. 1/57:29 pmORD - CMH
1 stop13h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$251
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
lun. 11/251:19 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
lun. 11/258:21 pmORD - CMH
1 stop17h 57mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
dom. 11/246:07 amCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
dom. 11/245:42 pmORD - CMH
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/17$266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
lun. 11/256:35 amCMH - ORD
2 stops6h 05mDelta
lun. 11/255:55 pmORD - CMH
1 stop3h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/18$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
mar. 12/176:30 amCMH - MDW
2 stops8h 01mDelta
mar. 12/244:50 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/17$283
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
mar. 12/247:20 amCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
vie. 1/33:10 pmORD - CMH
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$291
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/248:21 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop18h 19mFrontier
lun. 11/259:37 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop20h 44mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$298
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
sáb. 12/147:40 pmCMH - MDW
3 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/1612:05 pmMDW - CMH
3 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$767

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 2,638,201 searches. Data last updated noviembre 18, 2024.

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ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

dom. 12/15

7:40 pm-8:37 pm

2 stops25h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 12/18

11:12 am-11:57 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$237

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

jue. 11/28

12:40 pm-12:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

jue. 11/28

3:20 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$243

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

mar. 12/31

7:00 am-7:34 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 1/1

6:20 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$247

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

sáb. 12/7

4:03 pm-6:43 am

1 stop15h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 1/5

7:29 pm-10:25 am

1 stop13h 56m

$251

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

mar. 12/17

11:18 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 12/24

9:11 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$259

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

mié. 1/1

6:30 am-8:50 am

1 stop3h 20m

Chicago Midway

mié. 1/8

9:34 am-1:28 pm

1 stop2h 54m

$278

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

vie. 2/14

5:30 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 2/17

2:55 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$316

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

jue. 1/30

6:12 am-12:55 pm

2 stops7h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 2/9

1:40 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$321

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

sáb. 12/14

7:40 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops22h 00m

Chicago Midway

lun. 12/16

12:05 pm-12:45 pm

3 stops23h 40m

$767

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

vie. 1/10

9:08 pm-11:12 am

1 stop15h 04m

$106

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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 November 15, 2024.

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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Columbus to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 noviembre 18, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings 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 noviembre 18, 2024.

The most flights from C01 to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (50 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 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 noviembre 18, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Frontier and Delta 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
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,168 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,808 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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 ($165), American Airlines ($217), and Southwest ($243) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Chicago. Spirit Airlines is priced at 41% 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 ($75), Spirit Airlines ($80), and United Airlines ($124).

  • 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: Republic Airways (97%), Air Wisconsin (95%), ANA (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,196, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $136. The most popular route (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $164.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Columbus to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 2,638,201 searches. Data last updated noviembre 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$134Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$140Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$151Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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