Travelling from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport (COU): What you need to know
Chicago's main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Check out your options for leaving from this terminal when booking your flights from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport (COU).
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport flight.
Columbia's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Chicago. Columbia Regional Airport is located in Columbia.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU) is the busiest route. You can choose from 39 direct services a week between ORD and COU.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Chicago to COU.
July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Fourth of July, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can take a direct flight from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport (COU) departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
American Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport departing from ORD.
The top choice among passengers flying between ORD and COU is American Airlines.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is American Airlines.
ORD is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
70% of flights that leave from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on time.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to COU flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure highlights how often flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to arrive by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down as expected. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Columbia Regional Airport (COU)
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport flight.
COU is located at Route 1.
Getting from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to central Columbia
Columbia Regional Airport to the centre of Columbia is about 18 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport is 97 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 204 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to COU.
June is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)
May is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport (COU), while December is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Columbia based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Chicago to COU plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Columbia, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Columbia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Columbia right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Columbia when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Museum of Art and Archaeology followed by Mizzou Botanic Garden and Francis Quadrangle.
Explore more of the United States
Columbia has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres west of Columbia, a visit to Kansas City will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like National WWI Museum and Memorial, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and Union Station - 2017.
Around 209 kilometres west of Columbia, Overland Park is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Johnson County Arts and Heritage Centre, Johnson County Museum and Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead.
