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$119+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CHI
avr. 22 — avr. 291
mar. 4/22
mar. 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Chicago are usually found in August or May, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 avril 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$230
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$297

Good round-trip deal

$316 or less

Good one-way deal

$179 or less
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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 avril 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/135:25 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
jeu. 5/156:40 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$230
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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. 5/136:00 amCMH - MDW
2 stops7h 28mDelta
mar. 5/279:16 amMDW - CMH
1 stop3h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/17$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 5/77:00 amCMH - ORD
2 stops6h 41mDelta
mer. 5/75:15 pmORD - CMH
1 stop5h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/16$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 5/244:55 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
dim. 5/258:05 pmMDW - CMH
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$243
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 5/21:34 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop11h 47mSpirit Airlines
sam. 5/39:30 amORD - CMH
1 stop8h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$244
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
jeu. 5/156:05 amCMH - ORD
2 stops18h 24mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 5/226:18 pmORD - CMH
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$245
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 6/153:08 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop6h 09mFrontier
jeu. 6/199:12 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$252
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 7/275:25 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop7h 19mFrontier
jeu. 7/315:40 amORD - CMH
1 stop9h 50mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/276:30 amCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
mar. 5/274:00 pmORD - CMH
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 5/296:02 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 33mUnited Airlines
ven. 5/306:00 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$341
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 4/247:45 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop23h 54mSun Country Air
dim. 4/278:15 amORD - CMH
1 stop8h 44mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/16$372

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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 avril 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

mar. 5/13

5:25 am-5:56 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jeu. 5/15

6:40 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$230

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

mar. 5/13

6:00 am-12:28 pm

2 stops7h 28m

Chicago Midway

mar. 5/27

9:16 am-1:30 pm

1 stop3h 14m

$242

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

mer. 5/7

7:00 am-12:41 pm

2 stops6h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer. 5/7

5:15 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$242

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

ven. 5/9

6:35 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

dim. 5/11

9:55 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$243

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

ven. 5/2

1:34 pm-12:21 am

1 stop11h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sam. 5/3

9:30 am-7:19 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$244

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

jeu. 5/15

6:05 am-11:29 pm

2 stops18h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jeu. 5/22

6:18 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$245

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

dim. 6/15

3:08 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Chicago Midway

jeu. 6/19

9:12 pm-8:27 am

1 stop10h 15m

$252

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

dim. 7/27

5:25 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jeu. 7/31

5:40 am-4:30 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$252

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

mar. 5/27

6:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 5/27

4:00 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$275

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

jeu. 5/29

6:02 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 5/30

6:00 pm-8:32 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$341

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Airport-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Airport-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Columbus Airport to Chicago flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Columbus Airport to Chicago trip
Airlines
Lufthansa

Economy Flex includes preferred seating and allows earlier flights on the same day.


Lufthansa offers a Free Neighbor Seat option for extra space on long-haul flights.

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United Airlines

Basic Economy allows a personal item only, no carry-on bags unless exceptions apply.


Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats towards the front of the economy cabin.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Southwest

Southwest allows two free checked bags, including oversized items like skis.


Early Bird check-in provides priority boarding by checking you in 36 hours before departure.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Expert on Southwest

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport 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 April 11, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Columbus Airport to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 avril 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 49% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport 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 Airport 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 avril 17, 2025.

The most flights from CMH to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 avril 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Columbus to Chicago have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago round-trip from $230. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $242, and Southwest, from $243. You may be able to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago for 23% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $119. Frontier flights start at $121 while deals on Southwest start at $122 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Columbus Airport to Chicago are Copa Airlines (92%), Republic Airways (88%) and Piedmont Airlines (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $784 for a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $128 while the most popular route, (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $196.

  • 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 Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Columbus Airport to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$163Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$165Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$231Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$246Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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