Which airports can I use when flying from Philadelphia to Columbus?

Flights from Philadelphia to Columbus usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. (GTR).

Which airports do connecting flights from Philadelphia to Columbus pass through?

Connecting flights from Philadelphia to Columbus most commonly pass through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 83% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 17% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Philadelphia to Columbus?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from Philadelphia to Columbus. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $386 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $916, a difference of $530. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to Columbus. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 48m and 8h 36m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Philadelphia to Columbus?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Philadelphia to Columbus changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $414 to $1,183. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Philadelphia to Columbus looking right now?

One-way fares from Philadelphia to Columbus are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $210, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Philadelphia to Columbus?

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 48m, compared with 8h 36m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

What is the time difference between Philadelphia and Columbus?

Columbus is 1 hour behind Philadelphia (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. Airport (GTR)?

Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. Airport (GTR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Avis • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Hertz • National

How much is a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Columbus?

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Columbus typically range from $386 to $446. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $414, on Delta.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Columbus?

Delta ($414) and American Airlines ($606) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Columbus according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Philadelphia to Columbus?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Philadelphia to Columbus route. 83% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Philadelphia to Columbus?

Flights via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $386. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Philadelphia to Columbus which airport offers the shortest layover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Philadelphia to Columbus layovers at 4h 03m over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 4

8:50 am - 1:42 pmPHL Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

5h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:23 pm - 8:30 pmGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia

5h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$414Delta

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 4

4:00 pm - 10:01 pmPHL Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

7h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 4:44 pmGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia

9h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$420Delta

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 4

12:32 pm - 10:01 pmPHL Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

10h 29m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 4:44 pmGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia

9h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$425Delta

Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 16

8:20 am - 3:29 pmPHL Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

8h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

3:59 pm - 12:25 amGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia

7h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$606American Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 16

3:46 pm - 10:01 pmPHL Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

7h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:23 pm - 11:08 pmGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia

7h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$612Delta

Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 16

6:10 am - 1:42 pmPHL Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

8h 32m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:23 pm - 11:08 pmGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia

7h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$617Delta

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15

5:00 am - 3:29 pmPHL Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

11h 29m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

3:59 pm - 12:17 amGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia

7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$626American Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

8:20 am - 3:29 pmPHL Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

8h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

3:59 pm - 12:25 amGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia

7h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$646American Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

5:00 am - 3:29 pmPHL Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

11h 29m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

3:59 pm - 12:25 amGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia

7h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$676American Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15

9:30 pm - 3:29 pmPHL Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.

18h 59m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth

3:59 pm - 9:12 amGTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia

16h 13m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Nashville Intl

$692American Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Columbus? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus departing in november.

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How long is a flight from Philadelphia to Columbus?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to Columbus. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 48m and 8h 36m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Philadelphia to Columbus?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Philadelphia to Columbus changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $414 to $1,183. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Philadelphia to Columbus looking right now?
One-way fares from Philadelphia to Columbus are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $210, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. Airport (GTR)?
Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. Airport (GTR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Avis
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Hertz
• National
Which airports can I use when flying from Philadelphia to Columbus?
Flights from Philadelphia to Columbus usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Columbus Golden Triangle Reg. (GTR).
Which airports do connecting flights from Philadelphia to Columbus pass through?
Connecting flights from Philadelphia to Columbus most commonly pass through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 83% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 17% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Philadelphia to Columbus?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from Philadelphia to Columbus. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $386 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $916, a difference of $530.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Philadelphia to Columbus?
Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 48m, compared with 8h 36m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
What is the time difference between Philadelphia and Columbus?
Columbus is 1 hour behind Philadelphia (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $386, about $530 less than Tuesday fares (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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