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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $257-$474
American Airlines
Thu 11/5Sun 11/8
ORD - CAE • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$279
Typical prices: $269-$409
United Airlines
Thu 9/10Sun 9/13
ORD - CAE • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines and United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 11m
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Cheapest • Avg $228 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 25m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Columbia (ORD-CAE)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from O'Hare Intl to Columbia that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Columbia

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 4:17 pm
ORD
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CAE
2h 05mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:53 am - 7:30 am
CAE
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ORD
2h 37mnonstop
$279American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
American Airlines Logo
8:48 pm - 12:03 am
ORD
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CAE
2h 15mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
4:53 pm - 6:29 pm
CAE
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ORD
2h 36mnonstop
$279American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11
United Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 9:46 am
ORD
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CAE
2h 17mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:37 pm - 7:05 pm
CAE
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ORD
2h 28mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
United Airlines Logo
1:53 pm - 4:56 pm
ORD
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CAE
2h 03mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:37 pm - 7:05 pm
CAE
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ORD
2h 28mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 3
United Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 9:46 am
ORD
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CAE
2h 17mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 7:48 am
CAE
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ORD
2h 33mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
American Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 4:19 pm
ORD
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CAE
2h 09mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
4:49 pm - 6:27 pm
CAE
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ORD
2h 38mnonstop
$279American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
American Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 4:19 pm
ORD
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CAE
2h 09mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:28 am
CAE
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ORD
2h 28mnonstop
$279American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
11:29 am - 5:11 pm
ORD
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CAE
4h 42m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 11:52 pm
CAE
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ORD
6h 53m
1 stop
$299Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
Delta Logo
8:05 am - 1:14 pm
ORD
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CAE
4h 09m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 10:11 am
CAE
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ORD
5h 31m
1 stop
$299Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
Delta Logo
5:27 am - 10:48 am
ORD
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CAE
4h 21m
1 stop
Delta Logo
12:00 pm - 5:03 pm
CAE
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ORD
6h 03m
1 stop
$299Delta
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for O'Hare Intl to Columbia flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from O'Hare Intl to Columbia to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Columbia from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually cost between $303 and $467 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $279 on American Airlines (Sep 25-Sep 27).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Columbia back to Chicago O'Hare Airport, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia is January, where tickets cost $284 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $412 and $404 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $303, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 28% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Columbia

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$188
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Columbia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Columbia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia was $179 for a one-way ticket and $279 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Columbia?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia?

    Chicago O'Hare Airport airport is called Chicago O'Hare Intl and the only airport in Columbia is Columbia Metropolitan.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Columbia, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Columbia, United Airlines or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Columbia are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $370 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $310 and an overall rating of 7.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Columbia from Chicago O'Hare Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Columbia with an airline and back to Chicago O'Hare Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and CAE can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Columbia from Chicago O'Hare Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $253 or less one-way and $279 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Columbia?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbia Metropolitan.
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbia Metropolitan

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Columbia Metropolitan to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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