What is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia to Columbia round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to Columbia round-trip from $166. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 60% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

$85 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 United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $356 and $385, respectively.

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

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 5.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.5 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbia, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Columbia?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $355. While the most popular route (Philadelphia - Columbia Metropolitan) can be booked for $178 on average our data indicates $469 when flying from Philadelphia to Columbia.

What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Columbia?

Consider Alaska Airlines (78%), Qatar Airways (76%) or American Airlines (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to Columbia.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Columbia?

Saturday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Philadelphia to Columbia. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Columbia.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbia?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 54 days in advance to save up to 26% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 54 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Philadelphia to Columbia 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $385, or $399 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Columbia?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Columbia from Philadelphia average $416. You can even find prices in January for less than $416, as users have found deals to Columbia from as low as $305. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Columbia from Philadelphia. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 15%.

What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to Columbia?

To fly from Philadelphia to Columbia, you need to book a flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Metropolitan (CAE). Nonstop flights to Columbia Metropolitan from Philadelphia take 1h 51m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Philadelphia to Metropolitan offered by 1 airline.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Columbia?

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

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

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

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in January or September, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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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 July 1, 2025.

Tue 7/296:13 amPHL - CAE

1 stop7h 51mSpirit Airlines

Tue 8/52:59 pmCAE - PHL

1 stop8h 22mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$178

Thu 7/316:13 amPHL - CAE

1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines

Thu 8/73:08 pmCAE - PHL

1 stop8h 22mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$208

Best flights from Philadelphia to Columbia
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 July 1, 2025.

Tue 7/296:13 amPHL - CAE

1 stop7h 51mSpirit Airlines

Tue 8/52:59 pmCAE - PHL

1 stop8h 22mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$166

Thu 8/148:41 pmPHL - CAE

1 stop14h 03mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/179:32 pmCAE - PHL

1 stop12h 24mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/28

$222

Last-minute flights from Philadelphia to Columbia
Discover last-minute flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbia. Data last updated July 1, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Tue 7/88:00 amPHL - CAE

1 stop6h 31mDelta

Sat 7/122:58 pmCAE - PHL

1 stop5h 01mDelta

Deal found 6/30

$433

Wed 7/97:05 pmPHL - CAE

2 stops19h 13mMultiple Airlines

Tue 7/152:59 pmCAE - PHL

1 stop8h 22mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$291

Wed 7/910:26 amPHL - CAE

1 stop13h 18mAmerican Airlines

Tue 7/157:45 pmCAE - PHL

1 stop11h 36mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$407

Fri 7/116:00 amPHL - CAE

1 stop9h 42mSpirit Airlines

Sat 7/124:37 pmCAE - PHL

1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$264

Fri 7/117:59 pmPHL - CAE

1 stop13h 55mUnited Airlines

Mon 7/147:45 pmCAE - PHL

1 stop14h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$527

Tue 7/296:13 amPHL - CAE

1 stop7h 51mSpirit Airlines

Tue 8/52:59 pmCAE - PHL

1 stop8h 22mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$166

Thu 7/316:13 amPHL - CAE

1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines

Thu 8/73:08 pmCAE - PHL

1 stop8h 22mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$208

One-way flights from Philadelphia to Columbia
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Thu 7/316:13 amPHL - CAE

1 stop7h 51mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$85

Thu 7/176:00 amPHL - CAE

1 stop8h 18mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$111

Wed 8/68:15 amPHL - CAE

2 stops30h 07mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$356

Wed 7/303:48 pmPHL - CAE

Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/28

$385

Wed 7/305:21 pmPHL - CAE

1 stop6h 31mDelta

Deal found 6/30

$395

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PHL - CAE

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Tue 7/29

6:13 am-2:04 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 8/5

2:59 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$166

PhiladelphiaColumbia

PHL - CAE

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Philadelphia

Thu 7/31

6:13 am-2:04 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 8/7

3:08 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$208

PhiladelphiaColumbia

PHL - CAE

PHLCAE

Philadelphia

Thu 7/31

6:13 am-2:04 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$85

PhiladelphiaColumbia

PHL - CAE

PHLCAE

Philadelphia

Thu 7/17

6:00 am-2:18 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$111

PhiladelphiaColumbia

PHL - CAE

PHLCAE

Philadelphia

Wed 8/6

8:15 am-2:22 pm

2 stops30h 07m

$356

PhiladelphiaColumbia

PHL - CAE

PHLCAE

Philadelphia

Wed 7/30

3:48 pm-5:39 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$385

PhiladelphiaColumbia

PHL - CAE

PHLCAE

Philadelphia

Wed 7/30

5:21 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$395

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

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

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Columbia is 61 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 Columbia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Philadelphia to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 CAE?

It’s optimal to fly from Philadelphia to Columbia at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,973 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,973 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,973 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,858 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,973 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,973 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,101 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,973 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to Columbia?
To fly from Philadelphia to Columbia, you need to book a flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Metropolitan (CAE). Nonstop flights to Columbia Metropolitan from Philadelphia take 1h 51m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Philadelphia to Metropolitan offered by 1 airline.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia to Columbia round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to Columbia round-trip from $166. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 60% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to Columbia one-way?
$85 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 United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $356 and $385, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Columbia?
Consider Alaska Airlines (78%), Qatar Airways (76%) or American Airlines (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to Columbia.
What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Columbia?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $355. While the most popular route (Philadelphia - Columbia Metropolitan) can be booked for $178 on average our data indicates $469 when flying from Philadelphia to Columbia.
Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to Columbia that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Columbia?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to Columbia.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to Columbia?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbia 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 Columbia?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Philadelphia to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Columbia that are best for you.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Columbia. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

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

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Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 1, 2025.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to Columbia?

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What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Columbia?

What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Columbia?

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

How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Columbia?

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

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

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