$81 Cheap Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbus (CMH)

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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Columbus (PHL-CMH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $81 for one-way flights and $162 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 13
PHL
Philadelphia
CMH
Columbus
$162 Roundtrip, just found
$162
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Philadelphia to Columbus, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $162 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Fri, Sep 26
PHL
Philadelphia
CMH
Columbus
$163 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Philadelphia to Columbus, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $163 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 2
PHL
Philadelphia
CMH
Columbus
$166 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$166
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Philadelphia to Columbus, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $166 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 8
PHL
Philadelphia
CMH
Columbus
$167 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Philadelphia to Columbus, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $167 found 17 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 2
PHL
Philadelphia
CMH
Columbus
$168 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Philadelphia to Columbus, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $168 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 20
PHL
Philadelphia
CMH
Columbus
$169 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Philadelphia to Columbus, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $169 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 29
PHL
Philadelphia
CMH
Columbus
$172 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Philadelphia to Columbus, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $172 found 16 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
PHL
Philadelphia
CMH
Columbus
$247 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Philadelphia to Columbus, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $247 found 19 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 11
PHL
Philadelphia
CMH
Columbus
$353 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$353
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Philadelphia to Columbus, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $353 found 3 hours ago
United
Fri, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 6
PHL
Philadelphia
CMH
Columbus
$368 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$368
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Philadelphia to Columbus, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $368 found 14 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbus (CMH)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $132 - $408 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Columbus

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to John Glenn Columbus Intl. CMH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $162
CMH
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $162
Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbus (CMH)
Origin airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Destination airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$162
Distance
404 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 45 mins

Philadelphia to Columbus Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Philadelphia to Columbus

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Philadelphia to Columbus are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Columbus with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Columbus: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Philadelphia to Columbus

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Columbus in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $81 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Philadelphia to Columbus flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Philadelphia to Columbus airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $81 or cheap return flight from $162 from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
September is the most affordable month to fly from PHL to CMH. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to landing a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
You can travel nonstop from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare travel time, airlines and fares all in one place. Choose your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest PHL to CMH flight.
How many flights per day from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
When departing from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL), you can pick from an average of 4 daily nonstop flights to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
More people fly between PHL and CMH at 1 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather skip the crowds? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from PHL to CMH?
If you depart on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of options for flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH).
What is the earliest flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)'s earliest flight to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) is at approximately 8:58AM UTC-5. With a travel time of 1h 51m, you'll touch down at around 10:49AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Flights from PHL to CMH have an average travel time of 1 hour and 45 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 410 mi.
What airline has the least delays from PHL to CMH?
American Airlines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH), with an on-time score of 83%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight schedule before you take off and get immediate updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
To touch down at John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) on schedule, choose a flight that leaves from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Columbus from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) is the only airport in Columbus with direct flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). Browse the available options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from PHL to CMH are generally more expensive. To lock in the lowest rates, start looking for flights as early as possible. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, it's possible to find a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a PHL to CMH flight and hotel package?
Opting for a PHL to CMH flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels in one place. Pick from our wide range of accommodations and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
If you booked your PHL to CMH flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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