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Cheapest round-trip
$466
Typical prices: $386-$446
American Airlines
Wed 9/19Sun 9/23
PHL - GTR • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$347
Typical prices: $300-$373
American Airlines
Thu 10/11
PHL - GTR • 2 stops
Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $386 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Columbus (PHL-GTR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbus

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23
American Airlines Logo
8:24 am - 3:21 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
7h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:51 pm - 11:21 pmGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
6h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$466American Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 1:40 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
8h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:15 pmGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
6h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$546Delta
Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23
Delta Logo
12:29 pm - 9:46 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
10h 17m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
2:22 pm - 11:12 pmGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
7h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$551Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 3:29 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
11h 29m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:59 pm - 12:25 amGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
7h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$581American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
7:06 am - 3:29 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
9h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:59 pm - 12:25 amGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
7h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$601American Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
Delta Logo
3:54 pm - 9:46 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
6h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:00 amGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
4h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$626Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
9:50 pm - 3:29 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
18h 39m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:59 pm - 9:11 amGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
16h 12m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Nashville Intl
$683American Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 1:40 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
8h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:00 amGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
4h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$796Delta
Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
10:20 pm - 3:21 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
18h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:51 pm - 8:15 amGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
15h 24m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
$977American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Philadelphia to Columbus flights

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

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Columbus start at $466. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $386 to $446. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $466 on American Airlines.

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When to book flights from Philadelphia to Columbus

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Your Philadelphia to Columbus flight questions, answered

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  • 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
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 58% on the Philadelphia to Columbus route. 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 $466 to $977. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $425, which is 13% above 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

Your guide to booking Philadelphia to Columbus flights

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  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $386 - about $530 less than Tuesday (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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