$40 Cheap Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Chicago (MDW)

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

Cheap Flights from Columbus to Chicago (CMH-MDW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $40 for one-way flights and $79 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 23
CMH
Columbus
MDW
Chicago
$79 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$79
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $79 found 7 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 15
CMH
Columbus
MDW
Chicago
$85 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$85
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $85 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Aug 10 - Tue, Aug 26
CMH
Columbus
MDW
Chicago
$88 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$88
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 10 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $88 found 5 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 7
CMH
Columbus
MDW
Chicago
$91 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$91
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $91 found 12 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 14
CMH
Columbus
MDW
Chicago
$93 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$93
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $93 found 17 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 23
CMH
Columbus
MDW
Chicago
$94 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$94
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $94 found 7 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 5
CMH
Columbus
MDW
Chicago
$97 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $97 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 23
CMH
Columbus
MDW
Chicago
$99 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$99
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $99 found 7 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Jul 29 - Wed, Jul 30
CMH
Columbus
MDW
Chicago
$177 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Wed, Jul 30, priced at $177 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 14
CMH
Columbus
MDW
Chicago
$269 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $269 found 1 day ago

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

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $127 - $437 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 23 minutes. Flights from $326
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $326
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Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Chicago (MDW)
Origin airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Destination airport
Midway Intl.
Airlines serving
Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines
Roundtrip price
$79
Distance
282 mi

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 August. 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 $40 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.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Columbus to Chicago airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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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.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) cost?
Pick up cheap return tickets starting at $127 from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines and United flight leaving CMH on July 29 2025 and touching down at MDW. The price was last updated on July 5 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CMH to MDW?
The cheapest flights from CMH to MDW are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
You can fly directly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CMH to MDW?
Jet off from CMH to MDW with Southwest Airlines. This carrier currently has the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting at $64. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CMH on September 22 2025. Prices were last updated on July 5 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Every day on average, 2 nonstop flights take off from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). Pick the departure time that best suits your travel plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
The 6 AM departures from CMH to MDW are the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from CMH to MDW?
Travel on a Friday if you're after the best selection of flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
What is the earliest flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)'s earliest flight to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) takes off at approximately 6:45AM UTC-5. With a total journey time of 1h 30m, you'll touch down at around 7:15AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
The average flight duration from CMH to MDW is 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 280 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CMH to MDW?
With 85% of journeys typically arriving on schedule, Southwest Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). To check your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Select a flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Chicago from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
If you're leaving on a direct flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Chicago, you'll land at either O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) or Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from CMH to MDW are generally more expensive. For the lowest rates, start searching for flights early. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a CMH to MDW flight and hotel package?
Booking a CMH to MDW flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our wide range of stays and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
If you booked your CMH to MDW flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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