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Columbus.ج.م.‏ 4,096 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,096, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 4,329 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,329, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 4,505 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 8 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,505, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 4,508 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,508, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 4,982 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,982, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 5,102 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 5,102, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 5,231 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 5,231, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 5,643 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 5,643, select.

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Chicago to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 4,096
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 20 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week2,024

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Columbus is ج.م.‏ 8,092. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Columbus.
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Envoy Air fly direct from Chicago to Columbus.
As of April 2025, there are 547 flights per week flying from Chicago to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Columbus is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Chicago, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 10.8 km away from the centre of Columbus. We've found flights into this airport from ج.م.‏ 8,092.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Columbus on Friday, 9 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Columbus but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Columbus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 10°C. July is typically the warmest month in Columbus, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -7°C. The rainiest month is May.
The cheapest airline that flies to Columbus is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Columbus Rickenbacker Airport is American Airlines.

Travelling from Chicago to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Begin your journey at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Columbus departing from either of these.

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) are the primary hubs in Columbus.

  • 1 hour 24 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Chicago to Columbus. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Columbus is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.

  • The busiest route for flights from Chicago to Columbus is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). You can choose from 106 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ORD to CMH is the 07:10 United Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 21:45 with United Airlines.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to Columbus.

  • Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Once you've found cheap flights from Chicago to Columbus, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't required since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence, you're good to go.

Flying from Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Set out from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) on a nonstop flight from Chicago to Columbus. From ORD, you can fly straight to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • You can get away on a direct flight from Chicago to Columbus with United Airlines. This top airline operates services from ORD.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from Chicago to Columbus leaving from O'Hare International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR)

    • Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)

    • Charleston International Airport (CHS)

  • ORD is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 54 minutes.

  • After an easy start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Columbus or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Columbus. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between O'Hare International Airport and Columbus:

    • Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR)

    • Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)

    • Charleston International Airport (CHS)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 21 minutes.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to Columbus, take things easy in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:

Arriving in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Central Columbus is located around 26 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Once your flight from Chicago to Columbus has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 24 minutes.

  • You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbus

  • ج.م.‏ 4,096 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Columbus. Return flights start at ج.م.‏ 8,092. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • Get cheap tickets from Chicago to Columbus by booking at least 1 month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flight tickets from Chicago to Columbus is September. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from Chicago to Columbus every day.

  • Play around with filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago to Columbus, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Columbus, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Columbus based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Columbus is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Chicago to Columbus in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Columbus in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 6ºC on average.

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