Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus to Chicago?

Flights from Columbus to Chicago usually depart from Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. (GTR) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbus to Chicago?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbus to Chicago.

Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus to Chicago pass through?

Connecting flights from Columbus to Chicago most commonly pass through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 88% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 13% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 101% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus to Chicago?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Columbus to Chicago route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $486 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $656, a difference of $170. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Columbus to Chicago?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbus to Chicago. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 10m and 5h 51m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus to Chicago?

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 Columbus to Chicago 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 $476 to $3,815. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Columbus to Chicago looking right now?

One-way fares from Columbus to Chicago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $676, which is 65% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbus to Chicago?

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 10m, compared with 5h 51m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

What car rental options are available in Chicago?

Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into. Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates from around $17: • Routes Car & Truck Rentals • Europcar • Hertz • Dollar • Ace Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates from around $32: • Hertz • Dollar • Budget • Alamo • Rent-A-Wreck Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates from around $30: • Alamo • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Budget • Avis • National

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbus to Chicago?

American Airlines ($476) and Delta ($512) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Columbus to Chicago according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Columbus to Chicago?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Columbus to Chicago route. 88% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Columbus to Chicago?

Flights via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $578. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Columbus to Chicago which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Columbus to Chicago layovers at 208 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6

3:51 pm - 12:14 amGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

8:10 am - 3:29 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

7h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$476American Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6

6:00 am - 4:30 pmGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York LaGuardia

8:05 am - 1:42 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

5h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$512Delta

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6

6:00 am - 4:30 pmGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York LaGuardia

6:00 am - 1:42 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

7h 42m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$517Delta

Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12

3:59 pm - 10:10 pmGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

11:00 pm - 3:29 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

16h 29m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Dallas/Fort Worth

$611American Airlines

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3:59 pm - 10:10 pmGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:16 pm - 3:29 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

22h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$724American Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 15

6:00 am - 10:03 amGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-MDW Chicago Midway

4h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1:27 pm - 10:01 pmMDW Chicago Midway-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

8h 34m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$734Delta

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 15

6:00 am - 10:03 amGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-MDW Chicago Midway

4h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:27 pm - 10:01 pmMDW Chicago Midway-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

9h 34m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$754Delta

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3:59 pm - 6:13 amGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

14h 14m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Milwaukee-Mitchell

11:00 pm - 3:29 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

16h 29m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Dallas/Fort Worth

$759American Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12

6:00 am - 12:47 pmGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-MDW Chicago Midway

6h 47m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:09 pm - 10:01 pmMDW Chicago Midway-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

4h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$879Delta

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 15

6:00 am - 12:47 pmGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-MDW Chicago Midway

6h 47m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

12:27 pm - 10:01 pmMDW Chicago Midway-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

9h 34m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus to Chicago?

Round-trip flights from Columbus to Chicago start at $476. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $486 to $624. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $476 on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest Columbus to Chicago flight route?

Columbus (GTR) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is the cheapest Columbus to Chicago route, averaging $371 round-trip. Other Columbus to Chicago routes average $606, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus to Chicago?
Flights from Columbus to Chicago usually depart from Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. (GTR) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbus to Chicago?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbus to Chicago.
Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus to Chicago pass through?
Connecting flights from Columbus to Chicago most commonly pass through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 88% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 13% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 101% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus to Chicago?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Columbus to Chicago route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $486 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $656, a difference of $170. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in Chicago?
Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Columbus to Chicago?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbus to Chicago. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 10m and 5h 51m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus to Chicago?
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 Columbus to Chicago 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 $476 to $3,815. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Columbus to Chicago looking right now?
One-way fares from Columbus to Chicago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $676, which is 65% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbus to Chicago?
Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 10m, compared with 5h 51m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
What car rental options are available in Chicago?
Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates from around $17:

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

Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates from around $32:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Budget
• Alamo
• Rent-A-Wreck

Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates from around $30:

• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Budget
• Avis
• National

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $486 - about $170 less than Saturday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus to Chicago trip for November. Fares historically average $371 round-trip in that month - typically $285 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
- Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
- Skylark Motel

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