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8:20 am - 2:06 pmORD-CMH
4h 46m1 stop
4:15 pm - 4:45 pmCMH-ORD
1h 30mnonstop
$202American Airlines
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Tue, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 14
7:10 am - 2:57 pmORD-CMH
6h 47m1 stop
8:41 pm - 7:09 amCMH-ORD
11h 28m1 stop
Fri, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 22
8:14 pm - 1:31 pmORD-CMH
16h 17m1 stop
3:58 pm - 11:32 pmCMH-ORD
8h 34m1 stop
$208Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 9
5:11 am - 10:39 pmORD-CMH
16h 28m1 stop
9:04 pm - 4:10 pmCMH-ORD
20h 06m1 stop
$218Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Jan 10 - Mon, Jan 13
7:35 pm - 10:03 pmORD-CMH
1h 28mnonstop
7:00 am - 7:34 amCMH-ORD
1h 34mnonstop
$245United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 11
7:15 pm - 9:30 pmMDW-CMH
1h 15mnonstop
6:55 am - 7:25 amCMH-MDW
1h 30mnonstop
$246Southwest
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Thu, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 19
6:25 am - 1:10 pmMDW-CMH
5h 45m1 stop
7:00 pm - 7:15 pmCMH-MDW
1h 15mnonstop
$255Southwest
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Thu, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 12
6:45 am - 1:28 pmORD-CMH
5h 43m1 stop
6:25 am - 9:16 amCMH-ORD
3h 51m1 stop
$260Delta
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5:45 am - 12:59 pmORD-CMH
6h 14m1 stop
6:40 am - 10:43 amCMH-ORD
5h 03m1 stop
$264Delta
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7:35 pm - 10:03 pmORD-CMH
1h 28mnonstop
7:00 am - 7:34 amCMH-ORD
1h 34mnonstop
$289United Airlines
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9:25 am - 5:45 pmORD-CMH
7h 20m1 stop
$74Frontier
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Thu, Mar 6
12:43 pm - 7:51 pmMDW-CMH
6h 08m1 stop
$74Frontier
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7:00 am - 10:04 pmORD-CMH
14h 04m1 stop
$93Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Jan 21
7:00 am - 10:04 pmORD-CMH
14h 04m1 stop
$94Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jan 22
9:15 pm - 11:43 pmORD-CMH
1h 28mnonstop
$123United Airlines
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7:15 pm - 9:30 pmMDW-CMH
1h 15mnonstop
$123Southwest
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5:55 pm - 8:17 pmORD-CMH
1h 22mnonstop
$124American Airlines
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5:05 pm - 7:15 pmMDW-CMH
1h 10mnonstop
$124Southwest
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1:00 pm - 3:23 pmORD-CMH
1h 23mnonstop
$144American Airlines
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7:35 pm - 10:07 pmORD-CMH
1h 32mnonstop
$149United Airlines
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Fri, Mar 7
8:40 pm - 10:50 pmMDW-CMH
1h 10mnonstop
8:45 am - 9:05 amCMH-MDW
1h 20mnonstop
$456Southwest
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Sat, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 25
2:45 pm - 11:55 pmORD-CMH
8h 10m1 stop
6:00 am - 2:00 pmCMH-ORD
9h 00m1 stop
$474Southwest
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4:20 pm - 6:42 pmORD-CMH
1h 22mnonstop
7:25 am - 8:01 amCMH-ORD
1h 36mnonstop
$484American Airlines
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9:15 pm - 11:43 pmORD-CMH
1h 28mnonstop
11:25 am - 12:01 pmCMH-ORD
1h 36mnonstop
$485United Airlines
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5:27 pm - 11:03 pmORD-CMH
4h 36m1 stop
7:25 am - 8:01 amCMH-ORD
1h 36mnonstop
$494American Airlines
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6:25 pm - 10:28 pmMDW-CMH
3h 03m1 stop
6:25 am - 8:54 amCMH-MDW
3h 29m1 stop
$503Delta
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Sat, Dec 21 - Fri, Jan 17
6:25 pm - 10:28 pmMDW-CMH
3h 03m1 stop
6:30 am - 8:50 amCMH-MDW
3h 20m1 stop
$504Delta
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11:12 am - 6:24 pmORD-CMH
6h 12m1 stop
3:58 pm - 11:32 pmCMH-ORD
8h 34m1 stop
$518Spirit Airlines
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9:15 pm - 11:43 pmORD-CMH
1h 28mnonstop
7:00 am - 7:34 amCMH-ORD
1h 34mnonstop
$607United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 26
12:09 pm - 8:28 pmORD-CMH
7h 19m1 stop
8:36 pm - 5:30 amCMH-ORD
9h 54m1 stop
$632Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Dec 20 - Sun, Dec 22
8:20 pm - 10:55 pmORD-CMH
1h 35mnonstop
7:19 am - 7:57 amCMH-ORD
1h 38mnonstop
$245American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 1
7:15 pm - 9:30 pmMDW-CMH
1h 15mnonstop
6:55 am - 7:25 amCMH-MDW
1h 30mnonstop
$246Southwest
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8:20 pm - 10:55 pmORD-CMH
1h 35mnonstop
6:00 pm - 6:27 pmCMH-ORD
1h 27mnonstop
$266American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 20
10:15 am - 12:25 pmMDW-CMH
1h 10mnonstop
7:00 pm - 7:15 pmCMH-MDW
1h 15mnonstop
$267Southwest
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Thu, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 12
9:40 am - 12:08 pmORD-CMH
1h 28mnonstop
7:25 am - 8:01 amCMH-ORD
1h 36mnonstop
$271American Airlines
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Fri, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 3
2:05 pm - 4:15 pmMDW-CMH
1h 10mnonstop
7:00 pm - 7:15 pmCMH-MDW
1h 15mnonstop
$272Southwest
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1h 28mnonstop
7:00 am - 7:34 amCMH-ORD
1h 34mnonstop
$305United Airlines
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7:35 pm - 10:03 pmORD-CMH
1h 28mnonstop
6:00 am - 6:39 amCMH-ORD
1h 39mnonstop
$306United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 12
7:18 am - 9:53 amORD-CMH
1h 35mnonstop
7:00 am - 7:34 amCMH-ORD
1h 34mnonstop
$398United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 3 - Sat, Jan 4
7:37 pm - 10:05 pmORD-CMH
1h 28mnonstop
7:00 am - 7:34 amCMH-ORD
1h 34mnonstop
$428United Airlines
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Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Columbus

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Chicago to Columbus flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Jan 8
ORD8:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 17m
1 stop
CMH1:31 pmColumbus
Jan 9
CMH3:58 pmColumbus
8h 34m
1 stop
ORD11:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Jan 10
ORD5:11 amChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 28m
1 stop
CMH10:39 pmColumbus
Jan 13
CMH9:04 pmColumbus
20h 06m
1 stop
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Jan 30
ORD5:11 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 42m
1 stop
CMH2:53 pmColumbus
Feb 1
CMH6:46 amColumbus
16h 06m
1 stop
ORD9:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Southwest flights from Chicago to Columbus

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago to Columbus flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 16
MDW7:15 pmChicago Midway
1h 15m
CMH9:30 pmColumbus
Jan 19
CMH6:55 amColumbus
1h 30m
MDW7:25 amChicago Midway
Southwest
Dec 31
MDW6:00 pmChicago Midway
1h 10m
CMH8:10 pmColumbus
Jan 1
CMH8:45 amColumbus
1h 20m
MDW9:05 amChicago Midway
Southwest
Jan 9
MDW6:25 amChicago Midway
5h 45m
1 stop
CMH1:10 pmColumbus
Jan 12
CMH7:00 pmColumbus
1h 15m
MDW7:15 pmChicago Midway

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus?

The cheapest month to fly to Columbus from Chicago is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $268, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Columbus from Chicago during February instead. Flights to Columbus in February, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $291.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Columbus?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Columbus is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $285. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $421. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Columbus.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Columbus?

Flying to Columbus from Chicago in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $291 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $329.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Columbus flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Columbus?

We recommend purchasing flights from Chicago to Columbus 27 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Columbus for $315. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $218.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Columbus flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Columbus flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Columbus flights?

You could potentially save up to 41% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Columbus flight.

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Best Price Found

$74

Fastest flight time

1h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Columbus

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Columbus from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $74. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Columbus found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $202.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Columbus takes 1h 10m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Columbus every day.
There is 1 airport near Columbus: Columbus (CMH)

  • How far is Chicago to Columbus by plane?

    A flight from Chicago to Columbus will travel around 275.3 mi. Typically, this will take 1h 10m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Columbus?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Columbus are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Columbus?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Columbus.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Columbus?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Columbus may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Columbus. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from Chicago to Columbus

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $151Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,055 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $277Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,848 reviews
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