$64+ 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 10/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — PHL
Aug 29 — Sep 51
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to PhiladelphiaExplore 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 July 30, 2026.
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 July 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Mon 8/314:45 pm
PHL
- CMH
1 stop24h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/47:50 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop11h 26m
Frontier
Wed 10/75:32 pm
PHL
- CMH
1 stop24h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/276:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Thu 9/38:30 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28![Frontier logo]()
$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/206:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Thu 8/278:30 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28![Frontier logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 11/54:34 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Mon 11/95:28 pm
PHL
- CMH
1 stop22h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28![Frontier logo]()
$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Tue 8/256:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Tue 9/18:30 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 8/186:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Tue 8/258:30 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25![Frontier logo]()
$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 8/186:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Thu 8/206:30 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28![Frontier logo]()
$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/107:50 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop11h 26m
Frontier
Sun 9/138:41 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop10h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Sat 8/296:40 pm
PHL
- CMH
2 stops22h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$172
Best flights from Columbus to PhiladelphiaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to Philadelphia that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 30, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to Philadelphia that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 30, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2612:05 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Thu 9/312:45 pm
PHL
- CMH
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sat 9/267:15 am
CMH
- PHL
2 stops7h 25m
Southwest
Mon 9/286:20 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26![Southwest logo]()
$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/186:50 am
CMH
- PHL
2 stops9h 10m
Southwest
Tue 8/251:45 pm
PHL
- CMH
2 stops7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/25![Southwest logo]()
$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Mon 9/145:35 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Wed 9/161:55 pm
PHL
- CMH
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27![Southwest logo]()
$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/186:50 am
CMH
- PHL
2 stops9h 10m
Southwest
Thu 8/202:05 pm
PHL
- CMH
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/28![Southwest logo]()
$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/207:20 am
CMH
- PHL
2 stops8h 40m
Southwest
Mon 8/2412:45 pm
PHL
- CMH
2 stops10h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/25![Southwest logo]()
$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Thu 11/126:30 am
CMH
- PHL
2 stops10h 10m
Southwest
Wed 11/186:00 am
PHL
- CMH
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26![Southwest logo]()
$323
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/207:20 am
CMH
- PHL
2 stops8h 40m
Southwest
Thu 8/2712:45 pm
PHL
- CMH
2 stops10h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/25![Southwest logo]()
$335
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Mon 9/2811:10 am
CMH
- PHL
2 stops10h 55m
Southwest
Thu 10/17:25 am
PHL
- CMH
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26![Southwest logo]()
$335
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2112:55 pm
CMH
- PHL
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Mon 8/2412:45 pm
PHL
- CMH
2 stops10h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/25![Southwest logo]()
$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/142:40 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Sun 11/156:00 am
PHL
- CMH
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$352
Last-minute flights from Columbus to PhiladelphiaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to Philadelphia. Data last updated July 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to Philadelphia. Data last updated July 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 8/186:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Tue 8/258:30 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25![Frontier logo]()
$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 8/186:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Thu 8/206:30 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28![Frontier logo]()
$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/206:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Thu 8/278:30 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28![Frontier logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/236:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop28h 23m
Frontier
Sun 8/308:30 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Tue 8/256:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Tue 9/18:30 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/268:27 pm
CMH
- PHL
2 stops34h 48m
Frontier
Thu 9/38:30 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Mon 8/314:45 pm
PHL
- CMH
1 stop24h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/276:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Thu 9/38:30 am
PHL
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28![Frontier logo]()
$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Sat 8/296:40 pm
PHL
- CMH
2 stops22h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$172
One-way flights from Columbus to PhiladelphiaSearch for one-way flight options from Columbus to Philadelphia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Philadelphia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Tue 10/274:34 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop25h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$64
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/294:34 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop25h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$73
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop18h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$74
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/17:50 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop22h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$75
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/306:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$76
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/236:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop28h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$78
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/277:50 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop11h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 9/226:28 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop12h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25![Frontier logo]()
$82
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/206:10 pm
CMH
- PHL
1 stop13h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27![Frontier logo]()
$83
Find 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 July 30, 2026.
Round-trip from | $146 (Kiwi.com) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $64 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $499 |
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2026.
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ColumbusPhiladelphia
CMH - PHL
CMHPHL
Columbus
Wed 8/26
12:05 pm-4:00 pm
1 stop3h 55m
Philadelphia
Thu 9/3
12:45 pm-5:00 pm
1 stop4h 15m
$289
ColumbusPhiladelphia
CMH - PHL
CMHPHL
Columbus
Sat 9/26
7:15 am-2:40 pm
2 stops7h 25m
Philadelphia
Mon 9/28
6:20 am-12:30 pm
1 stop6h 10m
$294
ColumbusPhiladelphia
CMH - PHL
CMHPHL
Columbus
Tue 8/18
6:50 am-4:00 pm
2 stops9h 10m
Philadelphia
Tue 8/25
1:45 pm-9:00 pm
2 stops7h 15m
$299
ColumbusPhiladelphia
CMH - PHL
CMHPHL
Columbus
Mon 9/14
5:35 pm-9:45 pm
1 stop4h 10m
Philadelphia
Wed 9/16
1:55 pm-9:30 pm
1 stop7h 35m
$307
ColumbusPhiladelphia
CMH - PHL
CMHPHL
Columbus
Tue 8/18
6:50 am-4:00 pm
2 stops9h 10m
Philadelphia
Thu 8/20
2:05 pm-10:50 pm
2 stops8h 45m
$317
ColumbusPhiladelphia
CMH - PHL
CMHPHL
Columbus
Thu 8/20
7:20 am-4:00 pm
2 stops8h 40m
Philadelphia
Mon 8/24
12:45 pm-10:50 pm
2 stops10h 05m
$317
ColumbusPhiladelphia
CMH - PHL
CMHPHL
Columbus
Thu 11/12
6:30 am-4:40 pm
2 stops10h 10m
Philadelphia
Wed 11/18
6:00 am-3:30 pm
2 stops9h 30m
$323
ColumbusPhiladelphia
CMH - PHL
CMHPHL
Columbus
Thu 8/20
7:20 am-4:00 pm
2 stops8h 40m
Philadelphia
Thu 8/27
12:45 pm-10:50 pm
2 stops10h 05m
$335
ColumbusPhiladelphia
CMH - PHL
CMHPHL
Columbus
Mon 9/28
11:10 am-10:05 pm
2 stops10h 55m
Philadelphia
Thu 10/1
7:25 am-2:35 pm
2 stops7h 10m
$335
ColumbusPhiladelphia
CMH - PHL
CMHPHL
Columbus
Fri 8/21
12:55 pm-9:40 pm
2 stops8h 45m
Philadelphia
Mon 8/24
12:45 pm-10:50 pm
2 stops10h 05m
$337
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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Philadelphia
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Philadelphia
C01-PHL
CMH-PHL
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Philadelphia?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Philadelphia (average of $443). Flying from Columbus to Philadelphia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $539). 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 July 30, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Philadelphia in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 75% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.
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 July 30, 2026.
The most flights from C01 to PHL are scheduled on a Thursday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus to Philadelphia?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Columbus to Philadelphia flights typically cost between $429 and $528 in August.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $146 on Frontier (Aug 27-Aug 31).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus to Philadelphia?
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.
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 July 30, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,American Airlines, andFrontier from Columbus to Philadelphia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
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Top 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Philadelphia
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$129 | Average$248 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$287 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$283 | Average$394 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$355 | Average$479 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$375 | Average$527 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |