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Cheapest round-trip
$566
Typical prices: $408-$571
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Sun 11/18Thu 11/22
PHL - CSG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$338
Typical prices: $354-$483
Delta
Mon 11/26
PHL - CSG • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Philadelphia and Columbus. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Columbus (PHL-CSG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Philadelphia to Columbus

Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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12:08 pm - 5:50 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 pm - 12:54 amCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia
6h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$566Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
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3:40 pm - 9:45 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 pm - 12:55 amCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia
6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$977Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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9:45 am - 9:45 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
12h 00m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 pm - 12:54 amCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia
6h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,266Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
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12:20 pm - 9:45 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
9h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 pm - 12:55 amCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia
6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,552Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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9:45 am - 9:45 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
12h 00m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 4:35 pmCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia
10h 35m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,815Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
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12:08 pm - 5:50 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:20 pm - 12:54 amCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia
6h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$2,966Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
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9:45 am - 9:45 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
12h 00m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:05 pm - 11:15 pmCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia
11h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$3,909Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
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5:17 pm - 9:45 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
4h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:05 pm - 7:19 pmCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia
7h 14m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$4,166Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
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12:20 pm - 9:45 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area
9h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 4:35 pmCSG  Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia
10h 35m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$5,540Delta
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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 $408 to $571. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $566, on Delta.

Key details for Philadelphia to Columbus flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$338
Beat the crowds with an average 88% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 92% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Columbus

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?

    A nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Columbus takes 00m, covering 741 miles.

  • 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Philadelphia to Columbus flight?

    Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Columbus range from $408 to $571, with an average of $478 over the past 12 months. Anything below $408 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $566 to $5,540. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x 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 $603, which is 70% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbus Metropolitan Area Airport (CSG)?

    Columbus Metropolitan Area Airport (CSG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • 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 Metropolitan Area (CSG).

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

    Most connecting flights from Philadelphia to Columbus pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 52% on flights from Philadelphia to Columbus. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $368 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $756, a difference of $388.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $368, about $388 less than Thursday fares (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Philadelphia to Columbus trip for April. Fares historically average $388 round-trip in that month - typically $278 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Columbus Metropolitan Area Airport.

    • Courtyard by Marriott Columbus
    • Clarion Pointe Columbus-Bradley Park
    • Super 8 by Wyndham Columbus Airport

More options for your flight from Philadelphia to Columbus

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