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$60+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Illinois

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CMH — ORD
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Tue 11/19
Tue 11/26
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Illinois

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Illinois (USIL). 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 November 14, 2024.

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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Mon 12/1612:16 pmCMH - STL
1 stop12h 17mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/194:27 pmSTL - CMH
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$209
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/128:57 pmCMH - MDW
1 stop15h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/197:34 amMDW - CMH
2 stops28h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$238
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Wed 12/41:45 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop10h 22mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/83:21 pmORD - CMH
2 stops22h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/14$238
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Thu 12/127:40 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop15h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/57:29 pmORD - CMH
1 stop13h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Fri 11/222:19 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/247:35 pmORD - CMH
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Fri 11/228:10 pmCMH - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Sun 11/244:25 pmMDW - CMH
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 11/12$248
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Mon 12/168:04 pmCMH - STL
2 stops20h 17mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/194:27 pmSTL - CMH
1 stop6h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/14$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Fri 11/223:36 pmCMH - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/251:54 pmORD - CMH
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/14$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Thu 11/216:35 amCMH - MDW
1 stop3h 15mDelta
Sun 11/249:31 amMDW - CMH
1 stop2h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/13$265
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Fri 11/225:20 amCMH - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Sun 11/2411:25 amORD - CMH
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/14$266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Fri 11/228:02 pmCMH - ORD
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Sun 11/246:17 amORD - CMH
2 stops6h 13mDelta
Deal found 11/14$271
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Thu 12/53:35 pmCMH - STL
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Sun 12/88:55 pmSTL - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/14$331

Find flights from Columbus to Illinois within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Illinois 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Mon 12/16

12:16 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop12h 17m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/19

4:27 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$209

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Thu 2/6

4:03 pm-4:08 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/9

1:35 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops31h 22m

$239

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sun 11/24

6:00 am-6:34 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/24

11:00 am-1:23 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$247

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Wed 12/11

1:45 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/14

8:20 am-8:40 am

2 stops23h 20m

$253

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Mon 12/16

8:04 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops20h 17m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/19

4:27 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$255

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sun 11/24

6:55 am-7:27 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/24

4:00 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$257

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Fri 12/20

4:03 pm-9:54 am

1 stop18h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/22

7:29 pm-10:25 am

1 stop13h 56m

$258

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Tue 1/7

6:45 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/14

6:00 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$264

ColumbusChicago

CMH - ORD

CMHORD

Columbus

Sun 11/24

6:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/25

11:25 am-7:10 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$266

ColumbusChicago

CMH - MDW

CMHMDW

Columbus

Sat 2/1

7:10 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/4

10:15 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$280

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Illinois

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Illinois

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Illinois (average of $232). Flying from Columbus to Illinois 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus to Illinois as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Illinois. 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 November 14, 2024.

The most flights from C01 to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (46 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois 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 Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated November 14, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Columbus to Illinois, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,194 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

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
5,045 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Illinois. 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 to fly from Columbus to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Illinois are Frontier ($60), Spirit Airlines ($82), and Southwest ($124).

  • What are the most popular routes from Columbus to Illinois?

    When deciding which route to take from Columbus to Illinois consider Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Columbus - Chicago Midway or Columbus - Lambert-St Louis as they are the most popular.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Columbus to Illinois consider choosing GoJet (100%), Republic Airways (97%) or Air Wisconsin (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Illinois?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,175 for a flight from Columbus to Illinois. The cheapest flight overall is $135 while the most popular route, (Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $145.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Illinois (average of $232). Flying from Columbus to Illinois 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 Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Illinois. 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$134Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$140Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$149Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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