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$59+ 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CMH
Jan 13 — Jan 201
Tue 1/13
Tue 1/20
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 14, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Wed 12/174:00 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop28h 18mFrontier
Fri 12/195:35 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop7h 06mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$293
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/125:30 amPHL - CMH
1 stop6h 21mFrontier
Mon 12/1512:36 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop6h 54mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$313
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:10 amPHL - CMH
1 stop11h 30mFrontier
Sun 12/219:13 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop11h 24mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$318
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sat 12/2010:00 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop22h 18mFrontier
Tue 12/309:13 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop13h 18mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$324
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/125:30 amPHL - CMH
1 stop6h 21mFrontier
Sun 12/147:44 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop14h 16mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/317:10 amPHL - CMH
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/37:51 amCMH - PHL
Nonstop1h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$359
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2210:00 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop22h 18mFrontier
Sun 12/289:13 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop11h 24mFrontier
Deal found 12/12$362
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2210:00 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop22h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/16:28 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop5h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$366
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:00 amPHL - CMH
1 stop12h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/36:00 amCMH - PHL
2 stops13h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$374

Find 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 December 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$128
(Expedia)

One-way from

$59
(Super.com)

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

$493
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Price

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Fri 1/23

5:30 am-10:47 am

1 stop5h 17m

Columbus

Mon 1/26

12:03 pm-6:11 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$128

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Wed 1/21

1:40 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop9h 47m

Columbus

Wed 1/28

5:45 am-11:50 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$146

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Wed 1/21

1:40 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop9h 47m

Columbus

Tue 1/27

5:45 am-11:14 am

1 stop29h 29m

$146

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Thu 1/22

7:04 pm-10:47 am

1 stop15h 43m

Columbus

Tue 1/27

5:45 am-3:41 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$154

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Wed 1/21

11:47 am-11:19 pm

2 stops11h 32m

Columbus

Wed 1/28

5:45 am-11:50 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$178

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Sun 1/11

6:06 pm-10:48 am

2 stops16h 42m

Columbus

Sun 1/18

12:00 pm-11:14 am

1 stop23h 14m

$204

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Sun 3/1

5:47 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop25h 41m

Columbus

Mon 3/2

9:41 pm-12:39 pm

1 stop14h 58m

$262

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Sat 1/17

8:20 am-11:19 pm

2 stops14h 59m

Columbus

Sun 1/18

5:45 am-7:48 pm

2 stops14h 03m

$276

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Thu 1/8

5:30 am-11:27 pm

3 stops17h 57m

Columbus

Sun 1/11

6:06 am-8:47 am

2 stops26h 41m

$285

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Thu 1/8

5:45 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Columbus

Sat 1/10

1:15 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$331

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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 December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Columbus is 59 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus (average of $47). Flying from Philadelphia to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $128). 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 December 14, 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 morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 17% 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 evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Philadelphia to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,052 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,185 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,080 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Columbus?

    Airlines like Frontier and Spirit Airlines fly from Philadelphia to Columbus in about 5h 17m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 30m. The distance between Philadelphia and Columbus is about 405 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 $121. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $150, and Delta, from $186. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Columbus for 73% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $61 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 Southwest, with prices starting from $63 and $98, 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 (89%), Alaska Airlines (87%) or American Airlines (80%) 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 $411, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $201. The most popular route (Philadelphia - Columbus), is priced around $139.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus (average of $47). Flying from Philadelphia to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $128). 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 December 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$150Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$186Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$351Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$435Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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