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$268+ Cheap flights from Columbus, MS (GTR) 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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GTR — CHI
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (GTR) 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 March 31, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$377
(Delta)

One-way from

$268
(Delta)
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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 March 31, 2025.

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Tue 4/156:00 amGTR - MDW
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Sat 4/194:00 pmMDW - GTR
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 3/30$377

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Columbus

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Price

ColumbusChicago

GTR - MDW

GTRMDW

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-12:03 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/19

4:00 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$377

ColumbusChicago

GTR - MDW

GTRMDW

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Sat 9/13

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 55m

$268

ColumbusChicago

GTR - ORD

GTRORD

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

Sat 9/13

2:37 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$268

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Deals found on 3/30

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Chicago in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus, Mississippi-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus, Mississippi-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus, Mississippi-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus, Mississippi-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Columbus, Mississippi-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Chicago

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus, Mississippi to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Columbus, Mississippi to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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.

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 March 31, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Columbus to Chicago?

    Most people fly from Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. (GTR) if they book a flight from Columbus to Chicago. On average, Golden Triangle Reg. has 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 1 airline. Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. is conveniently located just 9.9 mi from Columbus’s city center.

  • 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, Mississippi to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus, Mississippi to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Columbus, Mississippi to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 airline flying from Columbus to Chicago

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DeltaCheapest$266Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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