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$60+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — PHL
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sat 12/7
Sat 12/14
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The best prices from Columbus to Philadelphia are usually found in July or August, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 December 2, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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July

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$284
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$60
(Frontier)
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2024.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/118:59 amCMH - PHL
1 stop12h 48mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/184:31 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop7h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/1$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/116:00 amCMH - PHL
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1111:10 amPHL - CMH
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$299
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/912:16 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop7h 41mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/133:25 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sat 12/216:05 amCMH - PHL
1 stop3h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/244:38 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$363
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/299:45 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop12h 15mSouthwest
Fri 1/38:30 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/1$364
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/204:03 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop7h 43mFrontier
Sun 12/225:24 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop17h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Tue 12/1012:53 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Sun 1/56:00 amPHL - CMH
1 stop3h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/2$413

Find flights from Columbus to Philadelphia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Philadelphia 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

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CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Sat 5/3

11:55 am-8:20 am

1 stop20h 25m

Philadelphia

Mon 5/5

8:50 pm-10:53 am

1 stop14h 03m

$282

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Tue 12/17

8:59 am-9:47 pm

1 stop12h 48m

Philadelphia

Tue 12/24

8:15 pm-9:56 am

1 stop13h 41m

$312

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Wed 12/25

6:00 am-7:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Philadelphia

Fri 1/3

9:30 pm-11:11 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$323

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Fri 1/3

6:30 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Philadelphia

Sun 1/5

3:30 pm-12:15 am

2 stops8h 45m

$359

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Sat 12/21

6:05 am-9:41 am

1 stop3h 36m

Philadelphia

Tue 12/24

4:38 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$363

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Fri 12/20

4:03 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Philadelphia

Sun 12/22

5:24 pm-10:25 am

1 stop17h 01m

$374

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Thu 1/30

5:47 pm-12:49 am

1 stop7h 02m

Philadelphia

Sun 2/2

9:33 am-1:28 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$632

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Thu 2/27

8:50 pm-7:30 am

1 stop10h 40m

$60

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Tue 2/11

6:30 am-6:55 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$96

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Tue 12/31

7:59 am-9:38 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$137

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Philadelphia in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Columbus Airport-Philadelphia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Philadelphia

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Philadelphia

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on November 22, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia (average of $234). Flying from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 CMH to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 86% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on November 24, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated December 2, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines and United Airlines from Columbus to Philadelphia have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,151 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Philadelphia. 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 into for flights to Philadelphia from Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Philadelphia from Columbus, you will be flying to Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia. There are 7 flights from Columbus to Philadelphia per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $284 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Southwest, starting at $299 and $359 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $60 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $96 and American Airlines from $137 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Philadelphia from Columbus Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Sun Country Air (100%), Republic Airways (93%), Aer Lingus( 84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $164. While the most popular route (Columbus - Philadelphia) can be booked for $182 on average our data indicates $1,450 when flying from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Philadelphia 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 Columbus Airport to Philadelphia?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia (average of $234). Flying from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 Columbus to Philadelphia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Philadelphia. 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$67FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$113Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$131Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$185Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$242Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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