Cheap Flights from Columbus to Chicago
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December 8 - December 15
CMH - Chicago
$193
$156
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August 4 - August 5
CMH - Chicago
$169
$157
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August 6 - August 8
CMH - Chicago
$169
$157
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August 19 - August 22
CMH - Chicago
$165
$157
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August 6 - August 10
CMH - Chicago
$167
$157
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August 6 - August 11
CMH - Chicago
$166
$157
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August 5 - August 13
CMH - Chicago
$149
$157
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September 15 - September 22
CMH - Chicago
$206
$157
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September 3 - September 5
CMH - Chicago
$207
$157
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September 8 - September 10
CMH - Chicago
$214
$157
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Columbus to Chicago: Overview
Insights for flights from Columbus to Chicago
How much is a round trip from Columbus to Chicago
Regular price: $262 - $340
Prices for flights from Columbus to Chicago are currently below the regular range.
The regular price range for flights from Columbus to Chicago is typically between $262 and $340. Currently, the lowest deal found is $157 for travel from Aug 4-Aug 5, offered by kayak.
now $157
Low $262
High $340
The cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Chicago
The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Chicago is January, with a median price of $169. The most expensive month to fly is April, with a median price of $455. Prices are generally lower from January to December.
January
Flights from $169
April
Flights from $455
Direct flights from Columbus to Chicago
Southwest Airlines
United Airlines
Last-minute flights going from Columbus to Chicago
Tue, Jul 14
CMH - Chicago
Columbus (CMH) - Chicago (MDW)
Frontier Airlines
$447
$336
One-way
Tue, Jul 14
CMH - Chicago
Columbus (CMH) - Chicago (MDW)
Frontier Airlines
$445
$339
One-way
Tue, Jul 28
CMH - Chicago
Columbus (CMH) - Chicago (MDW)
Southwest Airlines
$189
$156
One-way
Sun, Aug 2
CMH - Chicago
Columbus (CMH) - Chicago (MDW)
Frontier Airlines
$323
$213
One-way
Tue, Aug 4
CMH - Chicago
Columbus (CMH) - Chicago (ORD)
United Airlines
$169
$157
One-way
Tue, Aug 4
CMH - Chicago
Columbus (CMH) - Chicago (MDW)
Frontier Airlines
$320
$162
One-way
Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Columbus to Chicago
Sep 17 - Sep 21
$349 → $157
55%
Sep 17 - Sep 19
$349 → $177
49%
Aug 4 - Aug 6
$320 → $162
49%
Aug 9 - Aug 12
$315 → $162
49%
Popular Airports to fly from Columbus to Chicago
Columbus - Chicago route insights
💸 Price insights
Recent fares near the typical level
Recent fares from Columbus to Chicago are near the typical level of $227.
📅 Best time to fly
January is historically cheapest
Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Chicago, with a median price of $169.
⏱️ Flight duration
Direct flights average 1h 36m
Direct flights from Columbus to Chicago typically take 1 hour and 36 minutes.
✈️ Airlines & availability
Direct flights are dominant
76.3% of recent flights from Columbus to Chicago are direct.
🏆 Airline highlight
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights
Southwest Airlines has direct flights available from Columbus to Chicago.
🎯 Booking tip
Deals are frequent on this route
Deals on flights from Columbus to Chicago are frequent, appearing often.
Columbus main airports to depart from
John Glenn Columbus International (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport is a convenient and often cheapest option for flights from Columbus to Chicago.
📍 ~10 km from Columbus city center (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$157
Rickenbacker International (LCK)
Rickenbacker International Airport offers an alternative departure point for your journey from Columbus to Chicago.
📍 ~17 km from Columbus city center (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$284
Chicago main airports to arrive at
Chicago Midway International (MDW)
Chicago Midway International is a convenient option for flights to Chicago, offering a good balance of price and location.
📍 ~14 km from Chicago (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$156
Chicago Rockford International (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International is an alternative arrival airport for flights to Chicago, located further from the city.
📍 ~126 km from Chicago (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$260
O Hare International (ORD)
O Hare International is a major hub for flights to Chicago, providing extensive connectivity for travelers.
📍 ~25 km from Chicago (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$157
Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative
General Mitchell International (MKE)
General Mitchell International Airport is a major international airport with significant carrier presence and direct flight options.
📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by rail or car), but requires travel across state lines into Wisconsin.
💸 Flights from ~$203
Gerald R. Ford International (GRR)
Gerald R. Ford International Airport is the second largest airport in Michigan with a robust domestic network.
📍 ~240 km from Chicago (reachable by car), a significant driving distance.
💸 Flights from ~$198
Dane County Regional (MSN)
Dane County Regional Airport is a reliable regional hub with efficient operations and good amenities.
📍 ~200 km from Chicago (reachable by car), with travel time typically exceeding 2 hours.
💸 Flights from ~$258
South Bend International (SBN)
South Bend International Airport is geographically the closest alternative airport to the Chicago metro area.
📍 ~130 km from Chicago (reachable by rail or car).
💸 Flights from ~$231
Fort Wayne International (FWA)
Fort Wayne International Airport offers multiple cabin classes and solid connectivity for eastern domestic destinations.
📍 ~240 km from Chicago (reachable by car), one of the furthest recommendations.
💸 Flights from ~$268
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Aug 12
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78% AI deal score
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Chicago, United States
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74% AI deal score
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Chicago, United States
73% AI deal score
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71% AI deal score
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Chicago, United States
71% AI deal score
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Chicago, United States
71% AI deal score
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71% AI deal score
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71% AI deal score
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Chicago, United States
70% AI deal score
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$552
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Chicago, United States
67% AI deal score
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$443
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Chicago, United States
66% AI deal score
$2,998
$1,940
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Chicago, United States
66% AI deal score
$3,040
$1,977
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Chicago, United States
66% AI deal score
$3,020
$1,980
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Chicago, United States
66% AI deal score
$3,083
$1,988
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Chicago, United States
66% AI deal score
$3,149
$1,994
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Chicago, United States
66% AI deal score
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$1,995
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Chicago, United States
66% AI deal score
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$2,091
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Chicago, United States
66% AI deal score
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$2,146
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Chicago, United States
66% AI deal score
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Chicago, United States
65% AI deal score
$3,224
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Chicago, United States
65% AI deal score
$3,434
$1,940
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Chicago, United States
65% AI deal score
$2,922
$1,955
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Chicago, United States
65% AI deal score
$2,911
$1,995
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Chicago, United States
65% AI deal score
$3,083
$2,012
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Chicago, United States
65% AI deal score
$2,996
$2,030
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Chicago, United States
65% AI deal score
$3,229
$2,034
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Chicago, United States
65% AI deal score
$3,176
$2,046
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$3,031
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65% AI deal score
$3,028
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65% AI deal score
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65% AI deal score
$3,008
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Chicago, United States
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Chicago, United States
65% AI deal score
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Chicago, United States
65% AI deal score
$3,073
$2,103
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Chicago, United States
65% AI deal score
$3,202
$2,164
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Chicago, United States
50% AI deal score
$3,133
$1,919
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Chicago, United States
50% AI deal score
$3,003
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Chicago, United States
50% AI deal score
$3,020
$1,939
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Chicago, United States
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$2,838
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