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Cheap flights Chicago — Columbus

from $104 444 km ~1h 1m 9 flights found 4 airlines cheapest on Wednesday
How many travellers?
Adults
12+ years
1
Children
2–11 years
0
Infants
under 2
0
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Cheapest: $104 on 25.11.2026
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Prices found for 11 of 90 days. Prices update as more travellers search. Click any date to search live.
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Cheapest flights found
25 Nov 2026, Wed
United Airlines UA 565
19:38
ORD O'Hare International Airport
21:10
CMH John Glenn Columbus International Airport
1h 32m Direct
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15 Nov 2026, Sun
Frontier Airlines F9 2292
15:08
MDW Chicago Midway International Airport
19:12
CMH John Glenn Columbus International Airport
4h 4m 1 stop
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15 Nov 2026, Sun
Southwest Airlines WN 176
21:45
MDW Chicago Midway International Airport
22:55
CMH John Glenn Columbus International Airport
1h 10m Direct
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Route characteristics
Distance
444 km
Flight time
1h 1m
Time difference
+1h
Minimum price
from $104 (25.11.2026)
Average price
$131
Maximum price
$158
Departures per week
1
Cheapest day
Wednesday
Departure airports (2)
MDW Chicago Midway International Airport ORD O'Hare International Airport
Arrival airports (1)
CMH John Glenn Columbus International Airport
Airlines (4)
AA American Airlines UA United Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Agencies (2)
Farera Turna.com
Prices by day of week
Airlines — cheapest prices 4
American Airlines
American Airlines
3 flights · 3 days
$103
United Airlines
United Airlines
1 flights · 1 days
$104
Frontier Airlines
Frontier Airlines
Low-cost 3 flights · 3 days
$158
Southwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines
Low-cost 2 flights · 2 days
$186
Where to buy tickets 2
Farera
8 tickets · 6 days
from $103
Turna.com
1 tickets · 1 days
from $247
Airports

From — Chicago (2)

  • MDW Chicago Midway International Airport
  • ORD O'Hare International Airport

To — Columbus (1)

  • CMH John Glenn Columbus International Airport
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Frequently asked questions about the route Chicago — Columbus
How long is the flight from Chicago to Columbus?
Approximate flight time — 1h 1m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Chicago to Columbus?
The straight-line distance — 444 km.
How much do flights from Chicago to Columbus cost?
The minimum price over 3 months — from $104 on 25.11.2026.
What is the average ticket price?
The average price — $131. Range: $104 — $158.
What is the time difference between Chicago and Columbus?
The difference — +1h.
From which airports does Chicago operate flights?
From Chicago: MDW (Chicago Midway International Airport), ORD (O'Hare International Airport).
To which airports in Columbus do flights arrive?
To Columbus: CMH (John Glenn Columbus International Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 4 airlines: American Airlines, United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines.
Are there direct flights?
Yes, there are direct flights. Minimum direct price — from $104. Total direct flights found: 2.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Wednesday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.
About the route Chicago — Columbus

Flights Chicago — Columbus is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 444 km. Flight time 1h 1m. Time difference +1h.

From Chicago (CHI) flights depart from 2 airports: MDW, ORD. To Columbus (CMH) — 1 arrival airport: CMH.

4 airlines operate on this route: American Airlines, United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $104 (25.11.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $131, ranging from $104 to $158. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Wednesday.

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