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Cheapest round-trip
$355
Typical prices: $378-$528
Delta
Mon 10/29Tue 10/30
ORD - CSG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$173
Typical prices: $413-$442
Delta
Wed 10/10
ORD - CSG • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Columbus. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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May
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Columbus (ORD-CSG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Columbus

Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 30
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5:27 am - 11:22 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
4h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:27 pm - 11:57 pmCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$355Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 30
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6:00 am - 5:47 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
10h 47m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:27 pm - 11:57 pmCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$361Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 23
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7:00 am - 5:47 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
9h 47m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:27 pm - 11:57 pmCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$361Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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10:32 am - 5:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
6h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:04 pm - 5:05 pmCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$386Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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10:06 am - 9:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
10h 39m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 9:25 amCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$392Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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9:59 am - 9:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
10h 46m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 pm - 11:54 pmCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$392Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 23
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6:30 am - 11:22 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
3h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:27 pm - 11:57 pmCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$396Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
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5:30 am - 11:19 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
4h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:34 pm - 11:59 pmCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$396Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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10:32 am - 5:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
6h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:04 pm - 5:05 pmCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$433Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus flights

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

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus start at $355. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $378 to $528. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $355 on Delta.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$173
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus

When to book flights from Chicago to Columbus

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Columbus Metropolitan Area (CSG).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus?

    On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 63%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $278 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $736: a $458 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus takes 0h 00m, covering 673 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $355 to $1,136. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $176, which is 61% below the typical average for this route.

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Columbus?

    Columbus is 1 hour ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbus Metropolitan Area Airport (CSG)?

    Columbus Metropolitan Area Airport (CSG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus range from $378 to $528, with an average of $470 over the past 12 months. Anything below $378 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $278 - about $458 less than Wednesday (62% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Columbus trip for May. Fares historically average $290 round-trip in that month - typically $446 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Columbus Metropolitan Area Airport.
    - Clarion Pointe Columbus-Bradley Park
    - Courtyard by Marriott Columbus
    - Travelodge by Wyndham Columbus State University

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