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$62+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbus

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PHL — CMH
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
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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 Monday

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 October 31, 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Round-trip from

$113
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$62
(Trip.com)
High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 41% potential price drop
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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 October 31, 2024.

This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/223:10 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop8h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/248:13 pmCMH - PHL
2 stops24h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/31$308
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 11/223:10 pmPHL - CMH
2 stops28h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/246:20 pmCMH - PHL
2 stops27h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$315
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Wed 12/49:10 pmPHL - CMH
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/186:00 amCMH - PHL
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/236:22 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Sat 11/306:35 amCMH - PHL
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 10/30$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 11/245:15 amPHL - CMH
2 stops7h 15mSouthwest
Sun 11/244:00 pmCMH - PHL
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$347
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 10/318:39 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop21h 52mFrontier
Mon 11/48:18 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$378
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/256:20 amPHL - CMH
1 stop3h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/306:05 amCMH - PHL
1 stop3h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$400

Find flights from Philadelphia to Columbus within your budget

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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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Thu 11/14

8:39 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop24h 11m

$62

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Tue 11/19

6:16 am-7:32 pm

1 stop13h 16m

$87

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Philadelphia

Sat 11/23

9:10 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$132

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PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Tue 12/31

7:08 am-12:03 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$141

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Sat 11/9

5:30 am-12:42 pm

2 stops31h 12m

$187

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PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Sun 11/3

2:25 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$242

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PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Wed 1/29

6:15 am-11:43 pm

2 stops17h 28m

$299

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Fri 11/22

3:10 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Columbus

Sun 11/24

8:13 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops24h 02m

$308

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Thu 11/7

6:16 am-7:32 pm

1 stop13h 16m

Columbus

Fri 11/8

9:40 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 50m

$321

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Wed 12/4

9:01 am-10:40 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Columbus

Wed 12/18

11:06 am-12:41 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$323

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to Columbus

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Philadelphia to Columbus including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 October 25, 2024.

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 $350). 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 October 31, 2024.

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 36% 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 October 27, 2024.

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

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 October 31, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Columbus, such as Delta, Southwest and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

6.3
Okay
8,190 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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. 5 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 4 outbound flights to Columbus per day.

  • Can I find flights from Philadelphia to Columbus for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Philadelphia to Columbus for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $113, but on average you can expect to pay $253.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Columbus for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from Philadelphia to Columbus under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Columbus is less than $323.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Philadelphia to Columbus for under $400?

    There are currently 6+ open flights from Philadelphia to Columbus within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to Columbus?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Philadelphia to Columbus on average per day?

    Travelers can expect 34 flights from Philadelphia to Columbus on average per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 24% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 26% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 50% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Columbus?

    Airlines like Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Philadelphia to Columbus in about 1h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 31m. The distance between Philadelphia and Columbus is about 406 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to Columbus round-trip from $113. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $175, and American Airlines, from $263. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Columbus for 68% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $62 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $87 and $132, 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 Qatar Airways (94%), PSA Airlines (89%) or Alaska Airlines (88%) 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 $388, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $131. The most popular route (Philadelphia - Columbus), is priced around $169.

  • What does PHL to CMH mean?

    PHL and CMH are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. PHL to CMH refers to a flight route from Philadelphia Airport to Columbus Airport. Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to Columbus that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Philadelphia to Columbus flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Philadelphia to Columbus with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Philadelphia to Columbus flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to Columbus that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Philadelphia to Columbus offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Philadelphia to Columbus?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Philadelphia to Columbus flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Philadelphia to Columbus flight deals updated?

    The Philadelphia to Columbus flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • 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 $350). 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 5 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Columbus

Discover the top 5 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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