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8:43 pm - 6:13 pmPHL-CMH
21h 30m1 stop
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4:11 pm - 1:13 amCMH-PHL
9h 02m1 stop
$137Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 8
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5:35 am - 11:41 amPHL-CMH
6h 06m1 stop
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6:45 pm - 12:40 amCMH-PHL
5h 55m1 stop
$162Frontier
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Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
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3:54 pm - 11:58 pmPHL-CMH
8h 04m1 stop
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12:03 pm - 8:47 amCMH-PHL
20h 44m2 stops
$173Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Jan 24 - Fri, Jan 30
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5:30 am - 11:58 pmPHL-CMH
18h 28m1 stop
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4:11 pm - 1:13 amCMH-PHL
9h 02m1 stop
$182Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 8
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5:35 am - 11:41 amPHL-CMH
6h 06m1 stop
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6:45 pm - 12:40 amCMH-PHL
5h 55m1 stop
$183Frontier
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Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
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6:10 am - 10:38 pmPHL-CMH
16h 28m1 stop
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5:33 am - 9:20 pmCMH-PHL
15h 47m1 stop
$184Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 8
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3:54 pm - 11:58 pmPHL-CMH
8h 04m1 stop
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5:33 am - 5:52 pmCMH-PHL
12h 19m1 stop
$186Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Jan 24 - Fri, Jan 30
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8:00 am - 6:49 pmPHL-CMH
10h 49m1 stop
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6:45 pm - 12:40 amCMH-PHL
5h 55m1 stop
$187Frontier
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Sun, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 11
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4:00 pm - 5:40 pmPHL-CMH
25h 40m1 stop
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12:56 pm - 7:30 pmCMH-PHL
6h 34m1 stop
$188Frontier
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Wed, Dec 10 - Fri, Dec 12
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6:00 am - 5:40 pmPHL-CMH
11h 40m1 stop
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7:44 pm - 12:36 pmCMH-PHL
16h 52m1 stop
$189Frontier
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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14

Frontier flights from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport

Our best Frontier deals on Philadelphia to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Frontier
Dec 8
PHL5:35 amPhiladelphia
6h 06m
1 stop
CMH11:41 amColumbus
Dec 11
CMH6:45 pmColumbus
5h 55m
1 stop
PHL12:40 amPhiladelphia
Frontier
Dec 4
PHL6:00 amPhiladelphia
11h 40m
1 stop
CMH5:40 pmColumbus
Dec 8
CMH12:36 pmColumbus
6h 54m
1 stop
PHL7:30 pmPhiladelphia
Frontier
Dec 7
PHL8:00 amPhiladelphia
10h 49m
1 stop
CMH6:49 pmColumbus
Dec 11
CMH6:45 pmColumbus
5h 55m
1 stop
PHL12:40 amPhiladelphia

Spirit Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Philadelphia to Columbus Airport flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Jan 7
PHL6:10 amPhiladelphia
16h 28m
1 stop
CMH10:38 pmColumbus
Jan 8
CMH5:33 amColumbus
15h 47m
1 stop
PHL9:20 pmPhiladelphia
Spirit Airlines
Jan 7
PHL6:10 amPhiladelphia
16h 28m
1 stop
CMH10:38 pmColumbus
Jan 8
CMH5:33 amColumbus
14h 15m
1 stop
PHL7:48 pmPhiladelphia
Spirit Airlines
Jan 24
PHL6:11 pmPhiladelphia
15h 29m
1 stop
CMH9:40 amColumbus
Jan 29
CMH6:15 amColumbus
13h 36m
1 stop
PHL7:51 pmPhiladelphia

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PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Fri 1/30

8:43 pm-6:13 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Columbus

Sun 2/8

4:11 pm-1:13 am

1 stop9h 02m

$137

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Mon 12/8

5:35 am-11:41 am

1 stop6h 06m

Columbus

Thu 12/11

6:45 pm-12:40 am

1 stop5h 55m

$162

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Sat 1/24

3:54 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Columbus

Fri 1/30

12:03 pm-8:47 am

2 stops20h 44m

$173

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Fri 2/6

5:30 am-11:58 pm

1 stop18h 28m

Columbus

Sun 2/8

4:11 pm-1:13 am

1 stop9h 02m

$182

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Mon 12/8

5:35 am-11:41 am

1 stop6h 06m

Columbus

Thu 12/11

6:45 pm-12:40 am

1 stop5h 55m

$183

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Wed 1/7

6:10 am-10:38 pm

1 stop16h 28m

Columbus

Thu 1/8

5:33 am-9:20 pm

1 stop15h 47m

$184

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Sat 1/24

3:54 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Columbus

Fri 1/30

5:33 am-5:52 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$186

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Sun 12/7

8:00 am-6:49 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Columbus

Thu 12/11

6:45 pm-12:40 am

1 stop5h 55m

$187

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Wed 12/10

4:00 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Columbus

Fri 12/12

12:56 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$188

PhiladelphiaColumbus

PHL - CMH

PHLCMH

Philadelphia

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-5:40 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Columbus

Sun 12/14

7:44 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop16h 52m

$189

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Columbus Airport from Philadelphia, with most prices found around $381. If you are unable to visit Columbus Airport during the month of January, then departing from Philadelphia during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $393.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Columbus Airport?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Columbus Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $413. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $763. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Columbus Airport.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Columbus Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest Philadelphia to Columbus Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Columbus Airport in the afternoon for as low as $479. Flights to Columbus Airport are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $485. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Philadelphia to Columbus flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Columbus Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Columbus Airport from Philadelphia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Columbus Airport for around $459 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Columbus Airport from Philadelphia for as low as $364 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Philadelphia to Columbus flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Philadelphia to Columbus flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Philadelphia to Columbus Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Philadelphia to Columbus Airport flights are approximately 79% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$396

Fastest flight time

1h 45m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Columbus Airport from Philadelphia in the past 72 hours is $396. The best round-trip flight deal from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $403.
The fastest flight from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport takes 1h 45m
Direct flights go from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport every day.
  • How far is Philadelphia to Columbus by plane?

    A flight from Philadelphia to Columbus will travel around 409.0 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 47m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Columbus Airport?

    Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Columbus Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport to Columbus Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Philadelphia Airport to Columbus Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Columbus Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Columbus Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Columbus Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $121Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,158 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $152Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,099 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $186Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,999 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,254 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $364Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,038 reviews
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  • American Airlines Flights From Philadelphia to Columbus Airport

    American Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Philadelphia to Columbus Airport, operating 9 flights/week on average for this route. A good American Airlines flight deal for Philadelphia to Columbus Airport starts from $364 round-trip, up to an average price of $485. Our users have rated American Airlines at 7.2/10.

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