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$99+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — PHL
Jun 15 — Jun 221
Mon 6/15
Mon 6/22
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 5/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/168:58 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop11h 58m
Frontier
Wed 7/295:05 pm
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop27h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13$190
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/309:31 am
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop8h 50m
American Airlines
Tue 6/309:55 pm
PHL
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14$196
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/88:59 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop17h 35m
Frontier
Mon 7/135:05 pm
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop15h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13$200
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/88:48 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Wed 6/108:10 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15$204
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/308:59 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Tue 8/48:30 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop8h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15$209
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/58:48 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop12h 06m
Frontier
Wed 6/108:10 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15$210
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/18:48 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop27h 52m
Frontier
Thu 6/46:30 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop10h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11$218
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/16:43 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop10h 54m
Frontier
Tue 6/28:30 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12$220
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Mon 6/86:43 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop17h 04m
Frontier
Thu 6/116:30 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop10h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 5/14$223
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/255:00 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop6h 43m
Frontier
Thu 10/298:02 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop8h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/14$224
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/118:58 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop11h 53m
Frontier
Thu 6/186:30 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop10h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 5/14$228
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Thu 6/118:58 pm
CMH
-
PHL
1 stop11h 53m
Frontier
Sun 6/148:30 am
PHL
-
CMH
1 stop8h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15$229

Find flight deals from Columbus to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$190
(Expedia)

One-way from

$99
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$485

Good round-trip deal

$440 or less

Good one-way deal

$250 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($19 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 May 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Tue 6/16

6:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/17

12:55 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$350

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Wed 7/15

6:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Philadelphia

Tue 7/21

7:25 am-5:20 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$350

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Mon 6/8

4:15 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Philadelphia

Tue 6/9

12:55 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$371

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Wed 6/17

12:55 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Philadelphia

Fri 6/19

2:00 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$375

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Wed 6/3

7:15 am-5:50 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Philadelphia

Sun 6/7

6:20 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$385

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Fri 6/26

5:45 pm-12:20 am

1 stop6h 35m

Philadelphia

Fri 7/3

8:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$395

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Fri 7/31

4:15 pm-12:20 am

2 stops8h 05m

Philadelphia

Sun 8/2

6:20 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$400

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Fri 7/3

4:15 pm-12:20 am

2 stops8h 05m

Philadelphia

Sun 7/5

5:30 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$400
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Sun 6/14

6:25 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Philadelphia

Fri 6/19

12:50 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$405

ColumbusPhiladelphia

CMH - PHL

CMHPHL

Columbus

Wed 5/27

1:15 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Philadelphia

Thu 6/4

6:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$410

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to Philadelphia

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Philadelphia in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Columbus Airport-Philadelphia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 14 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia (average of $403). Flying from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $509). 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 16, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 57% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport 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 May 16, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia, such as Southwest,American Airlines, andFrontier. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
4,299 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
11,665 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
5.6
Fair
2,951 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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?

    If you book a flight to Philadelphia from Columbus, you will be flying to Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia. There are 11 flights from Columbus to Philadelphia per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia?

    Airlines like Southwest fly from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia in about 6h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 405 mi between Columbus Airport and Philadelphia.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $129 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $267 and $373 round-trip. Users have found that Frontier is 72% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $76 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $118 and Southwest from $133 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Philadelphia from Columbus Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Sun Country Air (100%), Republic Airways (90%), Aer Lingus( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $179. While the most popular route (Columbus - Philadelphia) can be booked for $228 on average, our data indicates $835 when flying from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia.

  • 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 Airport to Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia (average of $403). Flying from Columbus Airport to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $509). 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 May 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$129Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$373Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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