$93 Cheap Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbia (CAE)

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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Columbia (PHL-CAE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $93 for one-way flights and $187 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 28
PHL
Philadelphia
CAE
Columbia
$187 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Philadelphia to Columbia, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $187 found 16 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 11
PHL
Philadelphia
CAE
Columbia
$191 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Philadelphia to Columbia, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $191 found 5 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jul 25 - Thu, Jul 31
PHL
Philadelphia
CAE
Columbia
$197 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 25 from Philadelphia to Columbia, returning Thu, Jul 31, priced at $197 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Jul 28 - Thu, Jul 31
PHL
Philadelphia
CAE
Columbia
$202 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 28 from Philadelphia to Columbia, returning Thu, Jul 31, priced at $202 found 8 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jul 31 - Sat, Aug 2
PHL
Philadelphia
CAE
Columbia
$211 Roundtrip, just found
$211
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 31 from Philadelphia to Columbia, returning Sat, Aug 2, priced at $211 just found
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 5
PHL
Philadelphia
CAE
Columbia
$212 Roundtrip, just found
$212
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Philadelphia to Columbia, returning Tue, Aug 5, priced at $212 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 22 - Tue, Jul 29
PHL
Philadelphia
CAE
Columbia
$221 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$221
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 22 from Philadelphia to Columbia, returning Tue, Jul 29, priced at $221 found 18 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 24
TTN
Trenton
CAE
Columbia
$334 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$334
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Trenton to Columbia, returning Wed, Dec 24, priced at $334 found 11 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 14
PHL
Philadelphia
CAE
Columbia
$345 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$345
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Philadelphia to Columbia, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $345 found 1 day ago
United
Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 13
PHL
Philadelphia
CAE
Columbia
$355 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$355
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from Philadelphia to Columbia, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $355 found 5 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbia (CAE)

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From $175 - $413 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Columbia

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

Select flight to Columbia Metropolitan CAE. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $526
CAE
Columbia Metropolitan
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $526
Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbia (CAE)
Origin airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Destination airport
Columbia Metropolitan
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$187
Distance
522 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 51 mins

Philadelphia to Columbia Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Philadelphia to Columbia

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 Columbia are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Columbia with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Columbia

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Columbia: 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 Columbia

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 Columbia in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $93 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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) cost?
You can find cheap return tickets from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) starting at $335. Book a seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a American Airlines flight leaving PHL on July 29 2025 and touching down at CAE. The price was last updated on July 8 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from PHL to CAE?
The cheapest flights from PHL to CAE are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
Board a nonstop flight with American Airlines and go straight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from PHL to CAE?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from PHL to CAE. Sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
On average, Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) only offers 1 nonstop flight to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) per day. For additional options, try our easy-to-use filter tool. Just enter your dates of travel, then choose "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
Flights between PHL and CAE tend to be busiest at 3 PM. If you're after a quieter trip and possibly cheaper fares, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from PHL to CAE?
Travel on a Friday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE).
What is the earliest flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
The first flight of the day leaving from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) is at around 12:50PM UTC-5. Board this plane and you'll touch down at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) at approximately 2:43PM UTC-5. The total flight duration is 1h 53m.
How long does it take to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
Flights from PHL to CAE have an average travel time of 1 hour and 55 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 520 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
Choose a flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Columbia from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Browse your flight options from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE). This is the only Columbia airport you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from PHL to CAE just before your trip is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your travel dates and times, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a PHL to CAE flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a PHL to CAE flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having it all in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then customize your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
If you reserved your PHL to CAE flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. 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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