$61 Cheap Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Chicago (CHI)

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Popular airlines from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Chicago

Cheap Flights from Columbus to Chicago (CMH-CHI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $61 for one-way flights and $110 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 20
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$110 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $110 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 2
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$140 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $140 found 19 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 20
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$148 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $148 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 20
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$150 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $150 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 17
CMH
Columbus
MDW
Chicago
$160 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $160 found 22 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 28
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$171 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $171 found 4 hours ago
United
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$178 Roundtrip, just found
$178
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $178 just found
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$186 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 19 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $186 found 19 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Dec 31 - Thu, Jan 8
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$204 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 31 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Thu, Jan 8, priced at $204 found 17 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
CMH
Columbus
RFD
Rockford
$207 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Columbus to Rockford, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $207 found 3 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus (CMH) to Chicago (CHI)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $85 - $364 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Chicago

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to O'Hare Intl. ORD. Average driving time to city center is 23 minutes. Flights from $379
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $379
Select flight to Midway Intl. MDW. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $379
MDW
Midway Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $379
Select flight to Greater Rockford RFD. Average driving time to city center is 1 hour 30 minutes. Flights from $414
RFD
Greater Rockford
Average driving time to city center1 h 30 min
Flights from $414

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?
Round-trip tickets from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) start from $110. This price is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book now so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from CMH to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?
The majority of flights can be canceled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee depends on your airline. If you do need to cancel your getaway, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for CMH to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?
That movie you've been desperate to see will just have to wait — the flight distance between John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) (CMH) and Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) (CHI) is only 336 mi. The captain will be instructing you to put your seat upright for landing before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from CMH to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?
With 160 flights a month from John Glenn Intl. Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports), Southwest Airlines (WN) is a terrific choice. After some more options? Check out the airfares with United Airlines (UA). This carrier offers 126 monthly flights between these destinations.
Are John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Tickets from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) are available up to 12 months prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally nab fantastic last-minute deals, it's never a sure thing. Also, booking your flights well in advance means you'll have more options — and you can avoid getting caught in the dreaded middle seat! We're always updating our fares to bring you the best bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.

Travel information

Origin airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Roundtrip price
$110
Distance
295 mi

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Columbus to Chicago Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Columbus to Chicago

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Columbus to Chicago are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Columbus to Chicago with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Columbus to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Columbus to Chicago: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Columbus to Chicago

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Columbus to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $61 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Columbus to Chicago flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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