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$124+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus

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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CMH
Dec 15 — Dec 221
Sun 12/15
Sun 12/22
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Columbus are usually found in August or February, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus (C01). 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 December 10, 2024.

Round-trip from

$247
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$124
(American Airlines)

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Average price

$308
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 10, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/2412:10 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/258:19 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/242:50 pmMDW - CMH
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Wed 12/258:45 amCMH - MDW
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$248
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/243:10 pmORD - CMH
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Wed 12/257:20 amCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/244:50 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Wed 12/253:58 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/10$266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/289:55 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Fri 1/36:09 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/10$359
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/1110:43 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/154:03 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop15h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/9$372
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sat 12/212:53 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/251:35 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$429
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/2011:12 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/213:36 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop19h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$526
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Fri 12/137:55 pmMDW - CMH
3 stops27h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/167:08 amCMH - MDW
3 stops28h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$1,532

Find flights from Chicago to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Columbus 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 2,857,848 searches. Data last updated December 10, 2024.

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ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/24

9:11 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Columbus

Wed 12/25

8:19 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$247

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/10

11:10 am-4:17 pm

2 stops28h 07m

Columbus

Mon 1/13

9:04 pm-8:13 pm

3 stops24h 09m

$248

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/18

11:40 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Columbus

Sun 1/19

2:15 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$248

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/24

5:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Columbus

Wed 12/25

7:20 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$266

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/17

5:50 pm-8:16 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Columbus

Sun 1/19

9:01 am-9:37 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$272

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

4:27 pm-8:42 pm

3 stops27h 15m

Columbus

Mon 1/13

9:04 pm-8:13 pm

3 stops24h 09m

$291

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/10

1:40 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 19m

Columbus

Sat 2/15

6:25 am-9:16 am

1 stop3h 51m

$296

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/10

6:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Columbus

Mon 1/13

6:25 am-8:54 am

1 stop3h 29m

$316

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/5

6:31 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops28h 26m

Columbus

Sun 1/12

2:26 pm-12:10 pm

3 stops22h 44m

$768

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/19

4:35 pm-6:53 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$124

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2024.

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Columbus. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Chicago to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 CHI to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 10, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Columbus in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 5% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 8, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Columbus. 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 December 10, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to C01 are scheduled on a Monday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Columbus by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated December 10, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Delta from Chicago to Columbus. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,902 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

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
4,902 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,902 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

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
8,656 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,902 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

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
9,107 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,902 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

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
4,902 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

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
8,134 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,902 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Columbus. 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 Chicago to Columbus round-trip?

    Currently priced at $247, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Columbus and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $248 and $248, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 21% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $124. Users have also found prices from $124 and $125 on Southwest and Spirit Airlines, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Columbus consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (98%), Turkish Airlines (92%) or Emirates (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbus?

    On average you can expect to pay $292 for a flight from Chicago to Columbus. The cheapest flight overall is $123 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbus) is currently priced at $194.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Columbus 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 Chicago to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Chicago to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Columbus. 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 2,857,848 searches. Data last updated December 10, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$149Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$277Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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