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Cheapest round-trip
$277
Typical prices: $259-$440
American Airlines
Fri 12/28Mon 1/1
CMH - ORD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$68
Typical prices: $178-$298
Frontier
Sat 12/1
CMH - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 44m
Direct flights
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 18% price drop
April
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $252 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 3h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to O'Hare Intl (CMH-ORD)

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

Mon, Dec 28 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
8:16 am - 9:05 amCMH  Columbus-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 49mnonstop
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5:58 pm - 8:32 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CMH Columbus
1h 34mnonstop
$277American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24
American Airlines Logo
10:43 am - 11:30 amCMH  Columbus-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 47mnonstop
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4:20 pm - 6:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CMH Columbus
1h 36mnonstop
$277American Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Fri, Jan 1
United Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 5:55 amCMH  Columbus-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 45mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 5:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CMH Columbus
1h 35mnonstop
$277United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 23
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 8:25 pmCMH  Columbus-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 40mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:43 am - 1:16 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CMH Columbus
1h 33mnonstop
$277United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 8
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:44 amCMH  Columbus-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 44mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 1:13 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CMH Columbus
1h 33mnonstop
$277United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
5:43 am - 6:25 amCMH  Columbus-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 42mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 1:11 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CMH Columbus
1h 41mnonstop
$277American Airlines
Mon, Dec 28 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
8:16 am - 9:05 amCMH  Columbus-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 49mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:58 pm - 8:32 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CMH Columbus
1h 34mnonstop
$277American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 23
Frontier Logo
10:33 am - 1:08 amCMH  Columbus-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 35m1 stop Orlando
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5:47 pm - 1:26 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CMH Columbus
18h 39m1 stop Orlando
$279Frontier
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Frontier Logo
4:21 pm - 12:21 amCMH  Columbus-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
9:51 am - 5:18 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CMH Columbus
6h 27m1 stop Orlando
$280Frontier
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17
Frontier Logo
4:21 pm - 12:21 amCMH  Columbus-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
9:51 am - 5:18 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CMH Columbus
6h 27m1 stop Orlando
$280Frontier
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $259 to $440. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $277, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 30% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $268 round-trip.
•June ($399) and August ($387) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

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

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$68
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Columbus to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:10 am and lands at 6:54 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:50 pm and lands at 11:34 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 44m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 1h 44m, covering 295 miles.

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $259 to $440, with an average of $327 over the past 12 months. Anything below $259 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 58% above the $327 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $252 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $326 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 53% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 24%, evening flights for 23%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $277 to $1,027. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $98, which is 58% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $64 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

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

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

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

    One-stop flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $254 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $428, a difference of $174.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Columbus Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 22m, compared with 10h 09m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and 11h 39m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

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

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $254, about $174 less than Monday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $268 round-trip in that month - typically $131 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $252 round-trip on this route - about $75 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Columbus Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Columbus 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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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbus

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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