Travelling from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport (COU): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport (COU) departing from either of these.
Hop on a direct flight from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Chicago and Columbia (where Columbia Regional Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU) is the most popular route. There are 22 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with American Airlines at 20:15. Opt for the first ORD to COU departure operated by American Airlines at 08:15 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Chicago to COU won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like August or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport (COU) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
When jetting out of ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport with American Airlines.
From the centre of Chicago, ORD is around 40 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) operates nonstop flights from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport (COU).
Take a direct flight from Chicago to COU with American Airlines. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of MDW.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 21 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to COU:
Getting from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to central Columbia
From Columbia Regional Airport, Columbia is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport is R 5,672. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,974. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's best to book 9 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Chicago to COU around that time.
To snag the best price on your tickets from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport, book your trip for June (it's when flights are cheapest). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Columbia. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
When booking your flight from Chicago to COU, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Columbia, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -8ºC and 7ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport.
More about Columbia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Columbia right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Columbia Regional Airport:
Again St. Shelter and Darwin and Axie Hindman Discovery Garden are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Columbia travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Orthopedic Foundation-Animals.
Complete your Columbia trip with a car rental
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