$41+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbus (CMH)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CMH
Oct 9 — Oct 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to ColumbusExplore 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 September 9, 2026.
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 September 9, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 11/312:36 pm -
1 stop6h 16m
Tue 11/107:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$84
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/305:32 pm -
1 stop25h 23m
Tue 10/67:50 pm -
1 stop27h 28m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$88
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 11/45:22 pm -
1 stop25h 11m
Tue 11/107:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$90
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/208:30 am -
1 stop10h 18m
Thu 10/227:44 pm -
1 stop27h 27m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$100
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/285:22 pm -
1 stop25h 11m
Sun 11/17:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 11/88:30 am -
1 stop10h 03m
Tue 11/107:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/812:35 pm -
1 stop6h 13m
Tue 10/137:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 11/58:30 am -
1 stop10h 03m
Tue 11/107:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$149
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Wed 10/145:22 pm -
1 stop25h 26m
Sun 10/187:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/6![Frontier logo]()
$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/258:30 am -
1 stop10h 18m
Tue 10/277:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$157
Best flights from Philadelphia to ColumbusDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 9, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 9, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/68:15 pm -
2 stops13h 55m
Sun 11/86:05 pm -
1 stop4h 10m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$407
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/312:05 pm -
2 stops7h 00m
Mon 10/51:20 pm -
2 stops6h 15m
Deal found 9/6![Southwest logo]()
$407
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/206:00 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Thu 10/223:50 pm -
2 stops7h 25m
Deal found 9/4![Southwest logo]()
$407
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/1012:05 pm -
2 stops7h 05m
Mon 10/123:20 pm -
2 stops8h 10m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$407
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/23:20 pm -
2 stops6h 55m
Sun 10/47:10 am -
2 stops9h 20m
Deal found 9/5![Southwest logo]()
$431
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/127:25 am -
2 stops7h 10m
Thu 10/151:20 pm -
2 stops6h 15m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$435
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sun 9/276:45 am -
2 stops10h 25m
Tue 9/2912:05 pm -
2 stops9h 45m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$441
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/93:20 pm -
2 stops7h 00m
Sun 10/116:40 am -
2 stops7h 25m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$469
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 11/244:20 pm -
2 stops6h 45m
Sat 11/286:45 am -
1 stop6h 25m
Deal found 9/6![Southwest logo]()
$470
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sun 9/136:45 am -
2 stops10h 25m
Tue 10/132:35 pm -
2 stops7h 15m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$475
Last-minute flights from Philadelphia to ColumbusDiscover last-minute flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbus. Data last updated September 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbus. Data last updated September 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/305:32 pm -
1 stop25h 23m
Tue 10/67:50 pm -
1 stop27h 28m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$88
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 9/305:32 pm -
1 stop25h 23m
Sun 10/47:50 pm -
1 stop11h 26m
Deal found 9/6![Frontier logo]()
$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/812:35 pm -
1 stop6h 13m
Tue 10/137:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$147
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Wed 10/145:22 pm -
1 stop25h 26m
Sun 10/187:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/6![Frontier logo]()
$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sat 10/175:20 pm -
1 stop25h 28m
Thu 10/227:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/208:30 am -
1 stop10h 18m
Thu 10/227:44 pm -
1 stop27h 27m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$100
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/215:50 am -
1 stop9h 42m
Thu 10/227:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/258:30 am -
1 stop10h 18m
Tue 10/277:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/285:22 pm -
1 stop25h 11m
Sun 11/17:44 pm -
1 stop11h 37m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$106
One-way flights from Philadelphia to ColumbusSearch for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 9, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 9, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/68:41 am -
1 stop10h 14m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Frontier logo]()
$41
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Mon 11/25:22 pm -
1 stop25h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$48
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/75:32 pm -
1 stop25h 16m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$49
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Sat 11/75:20 pm -
1 stop25h 13m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$54
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Sat 10/35:32 pm -
1 stop25h 23m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$55
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/18:41 am -
1 stop10h 14m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$64
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 11/18:30 am -
1 stop10h 11m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$65
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 11/45:22 pm -
1 stop25h 11m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Frontier logo]()
$76
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 (CMH). 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 September 9, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $84 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $41 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $509 |
Good round-trip deal | $525 or less |
Good one-way deal | $418 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to Columbus 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
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PhiladelphiaColumbus
PHL Philadelphia - CMH Columbus
PHLCMH
Philadelphia
Thu 10/8
12:35 pm-6:48 pm
1 stop6h 13m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$102
PhiladelphiaColumbus
PHL Philadelphia - CMH Columbus
PHLCMH
Philadelphia
Fri 12/4
5:19 pm-10:21 am
1 stop17h 02m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$129
PhiladelphiaColumbus
PHL Philadelphia - CMH Columbus
PHLCMH
Philadelphia
Fri 10/2
7:31 pm-10:01 am
1 stop14h 30m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$129
PhiladelphiaColumbus
PHL Philadelphia - CMH Columbus
PHLCMH
Philadelphia
Thu 9/24
12:40 pm-6:55 pm
1 stop6h 15m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$130
PhiladelphiaColumbus
PHL Philadelphia - CMH Columbus
PHLCMH
Philadelphia
Tue 11/3
5:22 pm-5:18 pm
2 stops23h 56m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$131
PhiladelphiaColumbus
PHL Philadelphia - CMH Columbus
PHLCMH
Philadelphia
Tue 10/6
9:30 am-6:55 pm
2 stops9h 25m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$131
PhiladelphiaColumbus
PHL Philadelphia - CMH Columbus
PHLCMH
Philadelphia
Fri 11/27
6:27 am-4:40 pm
1 stop10h 13m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$176
PhiladelphiaColumbus
PHL Philadelphia - CMH Columbus
PHLCMH
Philadelphia
Fri 11/6
8:15 pm-10:10 am
2 stops13h 55m
Columbus
Sun 11/8
6:05 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop4h 10m
$407
PhiladelphiaColumbus
PHL Philadelphia - CMH Columbus
PHLCMH
Philadelphia
Sat 10/3
12:05 pm-7:05 pm
2 stops7h 00m
Columbus
Mon 10/5
1:20 pm-7:35 pm
2 stops6h 15m
$407
PhiladelphiaColumbus
PHL Philadelphia - CMH Columbus
PHLCMH
Philadelphia
Tue 10/20
6:00 am-3:10 pm
2 stops9h 10m
Columbus
Thu 10/22
3:50 pm-11:15 pm
2 stops7h 25m
$407
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Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia to Columbus
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 Philadelphia to Columbus in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-Columbus Airport 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 Philadelphia-Columbus Airport 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 Philadelphia to Columbus
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport
How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport, you should look to book at least 58 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport (average of $400). Flying from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $579). 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 September 9, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Columbus. Price data was last updated on September 5, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings 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 September 9, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport, such as Southwest,American Airlines, andFrontier. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
OGG - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
OGG - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
OGG - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
OGG - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$150 | Average$270 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$414 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$373 | Average$507 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |