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$96+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 5/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — PHL
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Philadelphia are usually found in July or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday 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 (C01) 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 May 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$170
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$96
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$353
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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 May 12, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:32 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop10h 17mFrontier
Sun 8/2410:29 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop16h 21mFrontier
Deal found 5/11$170
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/143:30 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop5h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/176:15 amPHL - CMH
1 stop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$180
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/39:55 amCMH - PHL
1 stop12h 48mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/106:00 amPHL - CMH
1 stop5h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/12$210
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/127:17 amCMH - PHL
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/123:50 pmPHL - CMH
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$300
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/28:10 amCMH - PHL
1 stop3h 51mDelta
Sun 7/66:00 amPHL - CMH
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Deal found 5/12$333
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/83:20 pmCMH - PHL
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Sun 8/106:35 pmPHL - CMH
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 5/12$345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/105:52 pmCMH - PHL
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/168:15 amPHL - CMH
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$448

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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Philadelphia

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Thu 8/21

6:32 pm-4:49 am

1 stop10h 17m

Philadelphia

Sun 8/24

10:29 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop16h 21m

$170

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Thu 8/14

3:30 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Philadelphia

Sun 8/17

6:15 am-4:30 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$180

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Tue 6/3

9:55 am-10:43 pm

1 stop12h 48m

Philadelphia

Tue 6/10

6:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop5h 27m

$210

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Thu 6/12

7:17 am-2:49 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Philadelphia

Thu 6/12

3:50 pm-5:26 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$300

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Wed 7/2

8:10 am-12:01 pm

1 stop3h 51m

Philadelphia

Sun 7/6

6:00 am-9:46 am

1 stop3h 46m

$333

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Fri 8/8

3:20 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops6h 35m

Philadelphia

Sun 8/10

6:35 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$345

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Thu 7/10

5:52 pm-12:30 am

1 stop6h 38m

Philadelphia

Wed 7/16

8:15 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$448

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Sun 5/25

5:21 pm-5:07 am

1 stop11h 46m

$96

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Wed 6/18

10:04 am-4:36 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$98

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Wed 8/27

9:10 am-5:40 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$152

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Philadelphia

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus 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 May 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Philadelphia 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 Columbus to Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Columbus to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 May 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Philadelphia in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 95% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on September 1, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Philadelphia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

The most flights from C01 to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 May 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Columbus to Philadelphia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,724 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,986 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

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?

    Philadelphia (PHL), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to Philadelphia. 6 airlines have flights to Philadelphia from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to Philadelphia should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 13 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

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

    Frontier, at $170, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Philadelphia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. Frontier is currently priced 53% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $96. Users have also found prices from $98 and $177 on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Philadelphia from Columbus, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Piedmont Airlines (72%), Aer Lingus (72%), British Airways( 67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Philadelphia is generally $1,039, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $125. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $169 for that flight.

  • 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 to Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Columbus to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$67FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$113Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$123Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$131Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$205Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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