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Cheapest round-trip
$428
Typical prices: $419-$446
Delta
Mon 2/5Thu 2/8
PHL - GTR • 1 stop
Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $386 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 50m (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

Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
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3:22 pm - 9:37 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
7h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 2:15 pmGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
7h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$428Delta
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
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12:31 pm - 9:37 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
10h 06m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 2:15 pmGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
7h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$434Delta
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
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11:43 am - 9:37 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
10h 54m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:15 pm - 11:14 pmGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
7h 59m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$439Delta
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 30
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8:30 am - 2:24 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
6h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:04 pm - 8:53 pmGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
4h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$467Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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8:24 am - 3:29 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
8h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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3:59 pm - 12:17 amGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$506American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:00 am - 2:01 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
9h 01m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 12:37 pmGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
5h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$512Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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12:20 pm - 10:17 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
10h 57m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 6:19 pmGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
11h 19m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
$517Delta
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 30
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5:45 am - 2:24 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
9h 39m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:04 pm - 8:53 pmGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
4h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$563Delta
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 30
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5:45 am - 2:24 pmPHL  Philadelphia-GTR Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.
9h 39m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:04 pm - 11:11 pmGTR  Columbus Golden Triangle Reg.-PHL Philadelphia
7h 07m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$858Delta
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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 typically range from $419 to $446. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $428, on Delta.

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When to book flights from Philadelphia to Columbus

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Your Philadelphia to Columbus flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Philadelphia to Columbus?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Philadelphia to Columbus.

  • 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 50m 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 $428 to $858. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 averaging $71 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) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 25% 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 14% on flights from Philadelphia to Columbus. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $386 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $446, a difference of $60.

    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 50m, 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.

Your guide to booking Philadelphia to Columbus flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $386, about $60 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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