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).

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

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

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.

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.

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 $576 to $2,095. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $590, which is 66% 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

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.

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 $576, on Delta.

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

Delta ($576) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Philadelphia to Columbus in the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $512. 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 2h 57m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $354-$483

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Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24

12:08 pm - 5:35 pmPHL Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area

5h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:30 pm - 12:55 amCSG Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia

6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$576Delta

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9

5:19 pm - 9:45 pmPHL Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area

4h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:45 pm - 12:52 amCSG Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia

6h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$576Delta

Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 9

5:19 pm - 9:45 pmPHL Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area

4h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:05 pm - 6:26 pmCSG Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia

6h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$626Delta

Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 9

9:43 am - 6:04 pmPHL Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area

8h 21m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 10:59 amCSG Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia

4h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,281Delta

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9

3:39 pm - 9:45 pmPHL Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area

6h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:05 pm - 7:30 pmCSG Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia

7h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,281Delta

Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24

12:20 pm - 9:45 pmPHL Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area

9h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:30 pm - 12:55 amCSG Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia

6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,366Delta

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9

12:22 pm - 9:45 pmPHL Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area

9h 23m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:05 pm - 7:30 pmCSG Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia

7h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,885Delta

Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 9

9:43 am - 6:04 pmPHL Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area

8h 21m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:05 pm - 11:27 pmCSG Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia

11h 22m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,885Delta

Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24

12:20 pm - 9:45 pmPHL Philadelphia-CSG Columbus Metropolitan Area

9h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 4:35 pmCSG Columbus Metropolitan Area-PHL Philadelphia

10h 35m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$2,095Delta

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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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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 $576 to $2,095. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $590, which is 66% 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.

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
• La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North
• Super 8 by Wyndham Columbus Airport

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