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Flight deals from Port Columbus to Philadelphia

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Port Columbus Airport to Philadelphia? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,019. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Philadelphia.R 962 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 962, select.
Philadelphia.R 1,034 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,034, select.
Philadelphia.R 1,427 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,427, select.
Philadelphia.R 2,051 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,051, select.
Philadelphia.R 2,861 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,861, select.
Philadelphia.R 5,890 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Apr.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,890, select.
Philadelphia.R 6,897 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,897, select.
Philadelphia.R 7,465 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,465, select.
Philadelphia.R 10,919 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,919, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Port Columbus to Philadelphia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Port Columbus to Philadelphia flights are currently cheapest in September.
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from R 2,861
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from R 1,034
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from R 1,427
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Direct flights from Port Columbus to Philadelphia

Alternative Port Columbus to Philadelphia routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Port Columbus to Philadelphia? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Philadelphia International

11km from central Philadelphia
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from R 962
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Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer

47km from central Philadelphia
from R 1,766
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Greater Wilmington

49km from central Philadelphia
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Atlantic City International

75km from central Philadelphia
from R 2,653
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Allentown

81km from central Philadelphia
from R 2,586
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Columbus to Philadelphia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 962
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week158

Finding cheap flights from Port Columbus to Philadelphia: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Philadelphia: Philadelphia International, Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer, Greater Wilmington, Atlantic City International, and Allentown.
The best price we found for a return flight from Port Columbus to Philadelphia is R 1,997. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Port Columbus to Philadelphia.
American Airlines, Qatar Airways and British Airways fly direct from Port Columbus to Philadelphia.
As of July 2026, there are 158 flights per week flying from Port Columbus to Philadelphia.
The cheapest month to fly from Port Columbus to Philadelphia is usually September.
If you're flying from Port Columbus Airport, the cheapest airport near Philadelphia is Philadelphia International – which is 11.2 km away from the centre of Philadelphia. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,997.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Port Columbus Airport to Philadelphia on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Philadelphia but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Philadelphia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. July is typically the warmest month in Philadelphia, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and American Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Philadelphia.

Flying from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Philadelphia: what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Philadelphia and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Columbus (the location of John Glenn Columbus International Airport).

  • The busiest route is from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). There are 35 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CMH to PHL is the 06:00 American Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 18:51 with American Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your CMH to Philadelphia flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Start your trip at CMH and fly nonstop to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Philadelphia tickets.

  • American Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Philadelphia.

  • CMH is about 10 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Philadelphia? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CMH:

  • When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

How to find the cheapest flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Philadelphia

  • R 962 is currently the lowest price for a one-way John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return plane ticket starts at R 1,997. These fares may change based on demand.

  • Score cheap flights from CMH to Philadelphia by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Philadelphia tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from CMH to Philadelphia by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Find a cheap flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Philadelphia with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport takes about 30 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel near PHL if you have a late flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Philadelphia. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from CMH to Philadelphia.

  • The street address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.

Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

  • After your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Philadelphia has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).

  • You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your CMH to Philadelphia flight:

  • Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from TTN four weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.

  • The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.

Best time to go to Philadelphia

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Philadelphia. July is the busiest month for a trip to Philadelphia. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in December.

  • Before locking in your John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CMH to Philadelphia around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Philadelphia

Explore more of the United States

  • Philadelphia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.

  • If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Boston, about 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum are highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Columbus to Philadelphia

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