$39 Cheap Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Chicago (ORD)

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Popular airlines from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)

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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Chicago (CMH-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $39 for one-way flights and $77 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Thu, Jun 19 - Tue, Jun 24
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$77 Roundtrip, just found
$77
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jun 19 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Tue, Jun 24, priced at $77 just found
United
Thu, Jul 17 - Mon, Jul 21
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$83 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$83
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jul 17 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $83 found 4 hours ago
United
Mon, May 19 - Wed, May 21
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$84 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$84
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, May 19 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $84 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Jun 19 - Tue, Jun 24
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$87 Roundtrip, just found
$87
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jun 19 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Tue, Jun 24, priced at $87 just found
American Airlines
Mon, May 19 - Wed, May 21
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$91 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$91
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 19 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $91 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Jul 1 - Mon, Jul 28
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$93 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$93
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Mon, Jul 28, priced at $93 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Jul 3 - Wed, Jul 9
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$94 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$94
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 3 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Wed, Jul 9, priced at $94 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Jul 22 - Thu, Jul 31
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$97 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 22 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Thu, Jul 31, priced at $97 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Tue, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 10
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$127 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$127
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Thu, Jul 10, priced at $127 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Mon, May 26
CMH
Columbus
ORD
Chicago
$131 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$131
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Columbus to Chicago, returning Mon, May 26, priced at $131 found 1 hour ago

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) start at $197. 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 American Airlines flight leaving CMH on May 13 2025 and touching down at ORD. The price was last updated on April 22 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CMH to ORD?
The cheapest flights from CMH to ORD 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
When jetting out of John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH), you can catch a nonstop flight to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CMH to ORD?
With fares starting at $99 for a one-way flight from CMH to ORD, American Airlines is currently the cheapest airline operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CMH on July 5 2025. Prices were last updated on April 22 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Daily, an average of 12 direct flights operate from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Select the departure date that best suits your travel plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights between CMH and ORD tend to be busiest at 7 AM. For a more relaxed atmosphere and potentially cheaper fares, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from CMH to ORD?
If you depart on a Friday, you’ll get the biggest range of options for flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the earliest flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)’s earliest flight to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) is at approximately 6:00AM UTC-5. With a total travel time of 1h 39m, you’ll land at around 6:39AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The average flight duration from CMH to ORD is 1 hour and 34 minutes, covering a distance of 300 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CMH to ORD?
Qatar Airways has the best track record for on-time direct flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), with an on-time rating of 100%. Use the Expedia App to view your journey status before you go and receive notifications about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
To touch down at O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) without delays, pick a flight that takes off from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 traveling 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from CMH to ORD shortly before your getaway is typically more expensive. But if there’s some wiggle room with your departure dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a CMH to ORD flight and hotel package?
Securing a CMH to ORD flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Pick from our extensive range of accommodations and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle it all 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
If you booked your CMH to ORD flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for further details.
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