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

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CHI — CMH
Jan 3 — Jan 101
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The best prices from Chicago to Columbus are usually found in August or January, 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 29, 2024.

Round-trip from

$267
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$124
(Frontier)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$309
From Chicago (CHI) to Columbus
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Columbus
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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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 29, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Tue 12/316:35 pmORD - CMH
2 stops28h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/16:52 amCMH - ORD
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$464
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/319:15 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/16:00 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/27$484
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Tue 12/319:35 pmORD - CMH
3 stops25h 22mSpirit Airlines
Sat 2/16:52 amCMH - ORD
1 stop16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/27$489
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/313:18 pmORD - CMH
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Sat 2/16:40 amCMH - ORD
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Deal found 12/27$503
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/313:32 pmMDW - CMH
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Sat 2/16:40 amCMH - MDW
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/27$503
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Sun 12/299:00 pmMDW - CMH
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Wed 1/86:55 amCMH - MDW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/28$578
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Tue 12/317:18 amORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/47:00 amCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$607
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Sun 12/2911:25 amORD - CMH
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Thu 1/26:00 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/28$682

Find flights from Chicago to Columbus within your budget

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ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/18

3:00 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Mon 1/20

11:30 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$267

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/23

10:15 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Columbus

Sun 1/26

6:45 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$267

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/30

5:45 am-12:59 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Columbus

Sun 2/2

6:40 am-12:55 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$269

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/23

6:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Columbus

Sun 1/26

6:40 am-1:08 pm

2 stops7h 28m

$269

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/8

8:14 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop16h 17m

Columbus

Fri 1/17

5:12 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$272

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/25

3:56 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops23h 44m

Columbus

Sun 1/26

9:21 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops23h 52m

$277

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

12:40 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Columbus

Mon 1/13

8:55 am-2:00 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$306

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/10

9:15 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Columbus

Sun 1/12

7:00 am-7:34 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$329

ChicagoColumbus

MDW - CMH

MDWCMH

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/19

6:00 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$124

ChicagoColumbus

ORD - CMH

ORDCMH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/27

12:25 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops9h 14m

$125

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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 27, 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 29, 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 16, 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 29, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to C01 are scheduled on a Friday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 29, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Southwest 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.
8.1
Very good
4,722 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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.

8.1
Very good
4,722 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,722 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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.

8.0
Very good
8,556 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,722 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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.

7.4
Good
9,003 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,722 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,722 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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.

6.3
Okay
8,100 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,722 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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 Chicago to Columbus round-trip?

    Currently priced at $267, 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 Southwest and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $267 and $269, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 16% 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 Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $124. Users have also found prices from $125 and $129 on Spirit Airlines and American 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 (100%), Turkish Airlines (92%) or Copa Airlines (90%) 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 $296 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 $182.

  • 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$149Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$277Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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