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$70+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Philadelphia (PHL)

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CMH — PHL
May 18 — May 251
Mon 5/18
Mon 5/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Philadelphia
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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/156:43 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop10h 54m
Frontier
Sun 5/178:35 pm
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop21h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14$140
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/77:20 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop13h 34m
Frontier
Sun 5/108:35 pm
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop21h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14$151
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/228:48 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop12h 06m
Frontier
Sun 5/246:30 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop10h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/16:35 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop6h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/37:00 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Fri 5/16:35 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop6h 19m
Frontier
Sun 5/310:38 pm
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop11h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 4/18$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/16:35 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop6h 19m
Frontier
Sat 5/210:38 pm
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop15h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 5/16:35 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop6h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/136:00 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop11h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$179
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:08 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop9h 26m
Frontier
Mon 5/45:01 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop6h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/86:43 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop10h 54m
Frontier
Sun 5/106:30 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop10h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17$181

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 April 18, 2026.

Round-trip from

$140
(Expedia)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

August

Average price

$485
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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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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Tue 5/5

7:15 am-5:50 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Philadelphia

Sat 5/23

9:45 am-9:15 pm

2 stops11h 30m

$356

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Tue 6/30

3:40 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Philadelphia

Fri 7/3

2:00 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$380
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Tue 9/22

9:10 am-2:20 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Philadelphia

Wed 9/23

1:45 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$400

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Sat 8/22

7:15 am-2:40 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Philadelphia

Thu 9/3

5:55 am-5:00 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$405

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Tue 5/5

1:15 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/17

9:35 am-6:40 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$408

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Mon 5/18

3:05 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Philadelphia

Tue 5/19

6:45 am-1:25 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$410

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Thu 9/3

6:00 am-1:15 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Philadelphia

Mon 9/14

10:20 am-9:10 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$415

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Fri 6/26

4:15 pm-12:20 am

2 stops8h 05m

Philadelphia

Mon 6/29

6:05 am-1:15 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$425

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Fri 8/21

6:00 am-1:15 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Philadelphia

Sun 8/23

6:45 am-5:10 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$425

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Mon 7/20

4:15 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Philadelphia

Thu 7/23

12:50 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$431

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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

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 April 10, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Philadelphia is 15 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Philadelphia (average of $66). Flying from Columbus to Philadelphia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $353). 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 April 18, 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 45% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 April 18, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Sunday 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 April 18, 2026.

The most flights from C01 to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus to Philadelphia?

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 April 18, 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,328 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,328 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,328 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,617 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,328 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,987 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,328 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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. 3 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.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    A quick flight from Columbus to Philadelphia can take about 10h 35m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $356. The distance from Columbus to Philadelphia is about 405 mi.

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

    Frontier, at $129, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Philadelphia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and American Airlines. Frontier is currently priced 72% 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 $76. Users have also found prices from $118 and $133 on Delta and Southwest, 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: Republic Airways (89%), Aer Lingus (88%), British Airways( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Philadelphia?

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Philadelphia is generally $523, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $120. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $171 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Philadelphia (average of $66). Flying from Columbus to Philadelphia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $353). 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 3 airlines flying from Columbus to Philadelphia

Discover the top 3 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 April 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$129Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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