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$70+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbus

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CMH
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Columbus are usually found in June or August, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbus (C01). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$305
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$70
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$499
From Philadelphia to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/56:00 amPHL - CMH
2 stops18h 41mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/71:36 pmCMH - PHL
2 stops19h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$305
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1710:59 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop11h 49mFrontier
Sun 4/207:08 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop12h 24mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/101:45 pmPHL - CMH
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/186:00 amCMH - PHL
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2210:04 amPHL - CMH
1 stop3h 26mDelta
Mon 5/267:57 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop5h 00mDelta
Deal found 3/27$326
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2112:15 pmPHL - CMH
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Thu 5/298:50 amCMH - PHL
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$349
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2810:03 amPHL - CMH
1 stop10h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/3111:46 amCMH - PHL
1 stop7h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$398
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/310:06 amPHL - CMH
2 stops13h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/56:00 amCMH - PHL
1 stop5h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$430
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:59 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop22h 38mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/1010:35 amCMH - PHL
2 stops7h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$6,898

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to Columbus that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Columbus that are best for you.

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Philadelphia

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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Sat 4/5

6:00 am-12:41 am

2 stops18h 41m

Columbus

Mon 4/7

1:36 pm-8:46 am

2 stops19h 10m

$305

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Thu 4/17

10:59 pm-10:48 am

1 stop11h 49m

Columbus

Sun 4/20

7:08 pm-7:32 am

1 stop12h 24m

$308

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Tue 6/10

1:45 pm-3:21 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Columbus

Wed 6/18

6:00 am-7:32 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$313

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Thu 5/22

10:04 am-1:30 pm

1 stop3h 26m

Columbus

Mon 5/26

7:57 pm-12:57 am

1 stop5h 00m

$326

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Wed 5/21

12:15 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Columbus

Thu 5/29

8:50 am-5:00 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$349

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Sat 5/3

10:06 am-11:44 pm

2 stops13h 38m

Columbus

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

$430

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Wed 5/21

6:00 pm-8:34 am

2 stops14h 34m

Columbus

Thu 5/29

6:33 pm-6:30 am

3 stops35h 57m

$509

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Tue 6/3

6:59 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop22h 38m

Columbus

Tue 6/10

10:35 am-5:46 pm

2 stops7h 11m

$6,898

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Mon 4/21

7:03 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop27h 14m

$70

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Thu 4/3

5:15 am-6:18 pm

1 stop13h 03m

$105

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to Columbus

How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Columbus. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Columbus is 75 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Philadelphia to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PHL to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to Columbus is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Columbus flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Columbus

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Columbus. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

The most flights from PHL to C01 are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Columbus. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Columbus, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Philadelphia to Columbus?

    Philadelphia (PHL), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Philadelphia to Columbus. 6 airlines have flights from Philadelphia to Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Philadelphia to Columbus should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Columbus per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Philadelphia to Columbus round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to Columbus round-trip from $305. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $308, and American Airlines, from $313. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Columbus for 18% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to Columbus one-way?

    $70 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and United Airlines, with prices starting from $105 and $177, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Columbus?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus consider choosing Republic Airways (93%), Aer Lingus (86%) or American Airlines (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Columbus?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Columbus? While on average our users pay $426, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $191. The most popular route (Philadelphia - Columbus), is priced around $141.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Philadelphia to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Columbus

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$141Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$188Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$195Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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