$281+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Columbia, MO (PHL - COU)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — COU
Oct 30 — Nov 61
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to ColumbiaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 30, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/187:15 am -
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Fri 10/2312:59 pm -
2 stops33h 12m
Deal found 9/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Thu 11/125:52 am -
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Deal found 9/28![American Airlines logo]()
$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Sat 10/105:43 am -
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Wed 10/146:24 pm -
1 stop4h 48m
Deal found 9/25![American Airlines logo]()
$388
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Thu 11/129:45 am -
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1 stop5h 38m
Deal found 9/28![United Airlines logo]()
$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/106:15 am -
2 stops9h 23m
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1 stop4h 46m
Deal found 9/25![United Airlines logo]()
$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Sat 11/2112:49 pm -
1 stop6h 09m
Wed 11/256:26 am -
2 stops7h 32m
Deal found 9/28![American Airlines logo]()
$414
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Sat 10/249:34 am -
1 stop6h 04m
Wed 10/289:01 am -
1 stop9h 30m
Deal found 9/29![United Airlines logo]()
$438
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/156:10 am -
1 stop5h 29m
Mon 10/1911:15 am -
1 stop7h 09m
Deal found 9/30![United Airlines logo]()
$488
Best flights from Philadelphia to ColumbiaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbia that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 30, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbia that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 30, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Thu 11/125:52 am -
1 stop4h 56m
Mon 11/166:26 pm -
1 stop4h 53m
Deal found 9/28![American Airlines logo]()
$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Thu 11/129:45 am -
2 stops11h 56m
Mon 11/163:00 pm -
1 stop5h 38m
Deal found 9/28![United Airlines logo]()
$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/106:15 am -
2 stops9h 23m
Wed 10/143:43 pm -
1 stop4h 46m
Deal found 9/25![United Airlines logo]()
$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 10/249:34 am -
1 stop6h 04m
Wed 10/289:01 am -
1 stop9h 30m
Deal found 9/28![United Airlines logo]()
$438
Last-minute flights from Philadelphia to ColumbiaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbia. Data last updated September 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbia. Data last updated September 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Sat 10/105:43 am -
1 stop5h 15m
Wed 10/146:24 pm -
1 stop4h 48m
Deal found 9/25![American Airlines logo]()
$388
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/106:15 am -
2 stops9h 23m
Wed 10/143:43 pm -
1 stop4h 46m
Deal found 9/25![United Airlines logo]()
$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/127:10 pm -
1 stop4h 45m
Wed 10/143:43 pm -
1 stop4h 46m
Deal found 9/25![United Airlines logo]()
$776
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/156:10 am -
1 stop5h 29m
Mon 10/1911:15 am -
1 stop7h 09m
Deal found 9/30![United Airlines logo]()
$488
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/187:15 am -
1 stop29h 24m
Fri 10/2312:59 pm -
2 stops33h 12m
Deal found 9/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Sat 10/249:34 am -
1 stop6h 04m
Wed 10/289:01 am -
1 stop9h 30m
Deal found 9/29![United Airlines logo]()
$438
One-way flights from Philadelphia to ColumbiaSearch for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to Columbia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to Columbia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/225:50 am -
2 stops34h 11m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Thu 10/225:43 am -
1 stop5h 18m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/28![American Airlines logo]()
$313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Fri 10/2310:40 am -
2 stops24h 59m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/25![United Airlines logo]()
$456
Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbia
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbia (COU). 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 September 30, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $329 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $281 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $498 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to Columbia 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 30, 2026.
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PhiladelphiaColumbia
PHL Philadelphia - COU Columbia Regional
PHLCOU
Philadelphia
Thu 10/22
5:50 am-3:01 pm
2 stops34h 11m
Columbia Regional
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$281
Quickest round-trip
PhiladelphiaColumbia
PHL Philadelphia - COU Columbia Regional
PHLCOU
Philadelphia
Thu 10/22
5:43 am-10:01 am
1 stop5h 18m
Columbia Regional
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$313
PhiladelphiaColumbia
PHL Philadelphia - COU Columbia Regional
PHLCOU
Philadelphia
Thu 11/12
5:52 am-9:48 am
1 stop4h 56m
Columbia Regional
Mon 11/16
6:26 pm-12:19 am
1 stop4h 53m
$338
PhiladelphiaColumbia
PHL Philadelphia - COU Columbia Regional
PHLCOU
Philadelphia
Thu 11/12
9:45 am-8:41 pm
2 stops11h 56m
Columbia Regional
Mon 11/16
3:00 pm-9:38 pm
1 stop5h 38m
$393
PhiladelphiaColumbia
PHL Philadelphia - COU Columbia Regional
PHLCOU
Philadelphia
Sat 10/10
6:15 am-2:38 pm
2 stops9h 23m
Columbia Regional
Wed 10/14
3:43 pm-9:29 pm
1 stop4h 46m
$394
PhiladelphiaColumbia
PHL Philadelphia - COU Columbia Regional
PHLCOU
Philadelphia
Sat 10/24
9:34 am-2:38 pm
1 stop6h 04m
Columbia Regional
Wed 10/28
9:01 am-7:31 pm
1 stop9h 30m
$438
PhiladelphiaColumbia
PHL Philadelphia - COU Columbia Regional
PHLCOU
Philadelphia
Fri 10/23
10:40 am-10:39 am
2 stops24h 59m
Columbia Regional
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$456
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Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia to Columbia
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 Philadelphia to Columbia in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-Columbia, Missouri flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Columbia, Missouri flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Columbia, Missouri flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-Columbia, Missouri 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 Philadelphia-Columbia, Missouri 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 Philadelphia to Columbia
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbia from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to Columbia
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbia, Missouri?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbia, Missouri (average of $273). Flying from Philadelphia to Columbia, Missouri in November is currently the most expensive (average of $956). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Columbia, Missouri?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Philadelphia to Columbia, Missouri flights typically cost between $378 and $410 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $329 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 18-Oct 23).
Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbia. 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 Columbia. Reviews last updated September 30, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Columbia, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Food
6.7
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAsha,Sep 2026
LGA - IAH
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Food
6.7
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAsha,Sep 2026
LGA - IAH
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Food
6.7
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAsha,Sep 2026
LGA - IAH
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$273 | Average$408 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$616 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |