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CAEORDFri, 30 Oct
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Lowest fareUS$276American Airlines
Fastest2h 22mgate to gate
Options found82flights on this route
Find your flightCAE → ORD
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Delta Air Lines
DL-5214
10:10
2026-10-30
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
24H :15 M
1 Stop
ATL
· 20h 40m Atlanta (ATL), United States
09:25
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$286
Flight DetailsCAE to ORD - 24H :15 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Delta Air Lines
DL-5214
10:10
2026-10-30
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
27H :03 M
1 Stop
ATL
· 23h 35m Atlanta (ATL), United States
12:13
2026-10-31
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$286
Flight DetailsCAE to ORD - 27H :03 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Delta Air Lines
DL-2944
13:59
2026-10-30
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
7H :39 M
1 Stop
ATL
· 4h 10m Atlanta (ATL), United States
20:38
2026-10-30
CHICAGO (ORD)O Hare International
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$286
Flight DetailsCAE to ORD - 7H :39 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Airfare Highlights
From flights departing on Fri, 30 Oct 2026.
Lowest fare$276American Airlines06:00
Earliest departure$350American Airlines05:00
Shortest duration$379United Airlines17:37
Night
00:00-05:59
$350American Airlines at 05:00Morning
06:00-11:59
$276American Airlines at 06:00Afternoon
12:00-17:59
$276American Airlines at 16:54Evening
18:00-23:59
$284American Airlines at 18:35
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Columbia (CAE)
Metropolitan Airport
USA
Chicago (ORD)
O Hare International
USA
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Holidays and peak dates for Chicago
Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.
Busiest periods: Summer travel (15 Jun – 31 Aug), Holiday season (18 Dec – 02 Jan).
12OctColumbus DayMondayPeak
12OctColumbus DayMondayPeak
12OctIndigenous Peoples' DayMondayPeak
11NovVeterans DayWednesdayPeak
26NovThanksgiving DayThursdayPeak
25DecChristmas DayFridayPeak
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How to travel Columbia to Chicago
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Non-stop flight Fastest₹26,6432h 22m4 flights
Connecting flight₹27,392Longer, includes a stop78 options
3 airlines operate this route.
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Airlines flying from Columbia to Chicago
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AM
American Airlines Flights
from $27639 flights
Fares from
$276
Non-stop
2 in these results
Departures
39 in the list above
DE
Delta Air Lines Flights
from $28435 flights
Fares from
$284
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
35 in the list above
UN
United Airlines Flights
from $3348 flights
Fares from
$334
Non-stop
2 in these results
Departures
8 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
2h 22m · United Airlines
First departure of the day
05:00 · American Airlines
Last departure of the day
20:30 · American Airlines
Flight options found
82
Direct / non-stop options
4
Airport codes
Columbia–CAE, Chicago–ORD
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 82 flight options, 4 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 05:00 and the last around 20:30. The fastest flight takes about 2h 22m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from $276, Afternoon from $276, Evening from $284, Night from $350. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Destination & City Travel Guide
About Chicago
Chicago’s downtown Loop puts Millennium Park, the Art Institute and the Riverwalk within a manageable area. The lakefront creates a second axis for walking, while neighbourhoods farther out need transit time of their own. Passengers landing at O’Hare may be changing flights or visiting relatives in the wider region, so check whether an overnight hotel is near the airport or downtown. The CTA Blue Line runs from the airport into the city and avoids the road congestion that can affect a taxi.
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Tips for travellers from India
The Loop is useful for the Art Institute, Millennium Park and central rail links, while a hotel near O’Hare serves an early flight or suburban appointment. These bases are a substantial distance apart. The CTA Blue Line reaches the airport from downtown, but passengers arriving at Terminal 5 first need the airport connection to the main rail-access area. The airport train and an intercity rail departure from Union Station are separate arrangements.
Air India uses Terminal 5. United domestic flights and international departures use Terminal 1, while many international arrivals are processed through Terminal 5, so an onward connection can involve a building change. In the city, pair the Art Institute with Millennium Park rather than crossing to a distant neighbourhood between them. The Riverwalk offers another central route, while the lakefront extends far beyond the downtown section. The Obama Presidential Center opened to the public in June 2026 in Jackson Park, creating a museum outing on the South Side rather than another stop beside the Loop. Plan that visit as its own district trip. A river architecture cruise also has a specific departure dock, which should be matched to the walking route. Choose between a museum-heavy day and a longer lakefront walk before booking several timed attractions.
Best time to visit Chicago
May to June or September to October, about 12–25°C, for river and lake walks.
Places to visit in Chicago
Millennium ParkArt Institute of ChicagoChicago RiverwalkNavy PierMuseum CampusDevon Avenue
How to reach Chicago
By Air: O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is about 27 km northwest of downtown Chicago; the CTA Blue Line takes about 45 minutes to the Loop. Taxis and booked cars also operate.
By Rail: Chicago Union Station serves intercity trains; the CTA Blue Line links O’Hare with downtown.
By Road: Airport taxis and app-based cars use expressways; intercity coaches use downtown stops.
What to do in Chicago
Walk from Millennium Park to the Art Institute.
Follow the Chicago Riverwalk.
Take an architecture cruise on the Chicago River.
Explore the lakefront around Museum Campus.
Chicago airport information
O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Air India operates from O’Hare Terminal 5. United uses Terminal 1 for domestic flights and international departures, while international arrivals without preclearance generally use Terminal 5.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Columbia to Chicago flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Columbia to Chicago dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at $276. This can change from week to week.
How far is Columbia from Chicago by air?
The flying distance depends on the routing the airline selects. The flight cards above show duration and stop details for each result.
Are there non-stop flights from CAE to ORD?
Yes. 4 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Columbia to Chicago. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Columbia to Chicago?
American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Columbia to Chicago?
The quickest non-stop Columbia to Chicago flight on this page takes about 2h 22m. Non-stop flights here take between 2h 22m and 2h 36m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the cheapest Columbia to Chicago flight fare?
The lowest Columbia to Chicago fare on this page is $276. Fares on the same dates run up to $1,115, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do Columbia to Chicago flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 05:00 and the last around 20:30, local time at Columbia. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Lowest Columbia to Chicago airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare
$276
30/10/2026
American Airlines
06:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
$271
07/11/2026
American Airlines
06:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
$262
06/01/2027
American Airlines
06:00
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Columbia to Chicago Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 82 flight options, 4 of them non-stop. The first departure from Columbia is at 05:00 and the last is at 20:30. Flights leave from Metropolitan Airport and land at O Hare International.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Columbia to Chicago
Flight Duration
2h 22m - 27h 3m
Airport Codes
Columbia - CAE, Chicago - ORD
Total Flights Available
82 flights4 direct78 with layovers
First Flight Departure
Departs at 05:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 20:30
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
14 flights1 direct13 with layovers
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
21 flights1 direct20 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
29 flights0 direct29 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
17 flights2 direct15 with layovers
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
1 flight0 direct1 with layover
Airport Information & Terminals
CAE: Columbia airport. Columbia airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
ORD: Chicago airport system. Chicago flights commonly use O'Hare or Midway. O'Hare is a huge hub with rail access; Midway can be easier for some city-side trips. Winter weather and traffic should be part of the booking decision.
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