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Quick Flight Summary from Philadelphia to Columbus

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $218
  • Direct flight duration 1 hour 48 min
  • Arrival airports CMH / LCK
  • Best days to book Sunday, Monday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $424

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Columbus

Best Price

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines
11 Oct, Sun
Philadelphia – Columbus
6h 13m
1 stop
PHL–CMH

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
15 Nov, Sun
Philadelphia – Columbus
3h 45m
1 stop
PHL–CMH

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
25 Oct, Sun
Philadelphia – Columbus
1d 3h 43m
1 stop
PHL–CMH

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
12 Oct, Mon
Philadelphia – Columbus
3h 45m
1 stop
PHL–CMH

American Airlines

American Airlines
16 Nov, Mon
Philadelphia – Columbus
7h 40m
1 stop
PHL–CMH
Cheapest Direct Flight

American Airlines

American Airlines
23 Oct, Fri
Philadelphia – Columbus
1h 57m
Non-stop
PHL–CMH
Shortest Flight

American Airlines

American Airlines
10 Oct, Sat
Philadelphia – Columbus
1h 48m
Non-stop
PHL–CMH

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
3 Oct, Sat
Philadelphia – Columbus
3h 37m
1 stop
PHL–CMH

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
6 Oct, Tue
Philadelphia – Columbus
6h 13m
1 stop
PHL–CMH

Last update: 03 October 2026 01:06

Estimated Prices for Philadelphia to Columbus Flights

Cheapest Day11 October Sunday
Best Price
$214
Average Price
$431
$470
$214
$425
03Sat
Oct
$459
04Sun
$459
05Mon
$425
06Tue
$425
07Wed
$459
08Thu
$457
09Fri
$437
10Sat
$214
11Sun
$470
12Mon
$425
13Tue
$425
14Wed
$459
15Thu
$457
16Fri
17Sat
$458
18Sun
$458
19Mon
20Tue
21Wed
22Thu
$376
23Fri
24Sat
$441
25Sun
$458
26Mon
27Tue
28Wed
29Thu
30Fri
31Sat
01Sun
Nov

Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Philadelphia City Center

Philadelphia Intl. Airport

Passengers in Philadelphia can travel to Philadelphia International Airport using many different means of transportation. Passengers who prefer trains and taxis in general, can sometimes use alternative means of transportation such as rental bicycles and cars.

Taxi

Taxis waiting for passengers in almost every street of the city can take their passengers to the Philadelphia International Airport in almost 15 minutes.

Train

Trains between Jefferson Railway Station in the city center and Philadelphia International Airport run from 04:16 to 23:16, on thirty minutes intervals. Passengers who want to use trains, with stops at all terminals in the airport, need to buy tickets.

Bicycle

Those who do not have large suitcases and want a private trip avoiding traffic can arrive at the Philadelphia International Airport, about 17 kilometers from the city center, in about an hour by renting bicycles. You can make a safe and pleasant journey thanks the private route, which is reserved for cyclists, between the airport and the city center. You can leave the bicycle you rented from Indego Company, which has many stations in the city, to the bicycle slots in the parking areas of the airport.

Car Rental

Those who want to use a private car in Philadelphia, which is one of the most beautiful cities in the United States, can rent cars from Avis, Budget, Enterprise and Alamo. After arriving at the airport, you can deliver the rental car to the officials of the same companies in the airport parking area and complete your transactions.

Airport Information

Philadelphia International Airport has a single terminal building that covers a very large area. There is wireless internet facility in every corner of the terminal building. There is a 24/7 shop for lost goods, a large number of cash dispensers, and a charging station for electronic devices such as mobiles and tablets. Baby rooms are specially designed for passengers with children and can be used free of charge for the first 30 minutes. Animal care rooms are also offered to passengers as a special service. At the airport there is also an exhibition hall where cultural events are occasionally held.

The airport hosts a large number of shops where you can shop. The most prominent of these stores are as follows: Afaze, Aldo Lamberti Trattoria, B-iconic, Barb’s Harley Davidson, Brooks Brothers, CNBC News, Gap, Finish Line, Hudson News, InMotion Entertainment, Magic Shoe Shine, Johnston & Murphy, Minute Suites, Pandora, Roster, Swarovski, Tech Stop.

There also many places where you can order food and drink at the airport. These places are Dunkin Donuts, Guava & Java, Chopotle, Chibotle, Cibo Bistro & Wine Bar, Geno's Steaks, Far East, Famous Famiglia, Dunkin Donuts, Asian Chao, Au Bon Pain, Auntie Anne's Pretzels, Bruegger's Bagels, Burrito Elito, Jack Duggan's Pub & Restaurant, McDonald's, Local Tavern, Legal Sea Foods, Le Bus Cafe, PinkBerry, Red Mango, Sbarro, Starbucks, Smashburger and Tagliere.

Transportation to Columbus City Center from Airport

John Glenn Columbus Intl. - Port Columbus Intl. Airport

From John Glenn Columbus International Airport, you can reach Columbus city center in approximately 10 minutes by taxi, charter service or rental car. There are also buses that run between the airport and the city center.

Taxi

You can find a taxi 24 hours a day at the airport. The taximeters start with 3 dollars and the fare increases 45 cents per mile. If you have to wait, you would have to pay extra 45 cents per minute. The taxi fare is calculated by adding a tax of 7.5% to total cost. The average cost of getting to the city center from the airport is 25 dollars.

Charter Service

There are 17 different charter bus companies at the airport and they can carry passengers on different routes at different times. If you prefer a more luxurious transport you can benefit from 15 different limousine / minivan charter services. You can find detailed information, also on fares, at the airport transfer center.

Car Rental

There are 8 different car rental companies operating at the airport. By booking in advance, you can complete your transactions and receive your vehicle without losing time at the check-in desk at the airport parking lot of the companies. It is possible to reach the city center within 10 minutes by following the I-670 W motorway with the car you rent.

Bus

It is possible to reach the city center by taking bus number 52 and 92 from the bus stops next to the taxis. Buses depart every 30 minutes and the ticket price is $ 2.75. You can get your ticket by credit card from the machines at the bus stops.

Columbus Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Friday
2 Oct
Rain
24°14°
Today
Saturday
3 Oct
Clear
19°10°
Sunday
4 Oct
Cloudy
23°8°
Monday
5 Oct
Cloudy
19°12°
Tuesday
6 Oct
Clear
20°10°

Alternative Flights Philadelphia Columbus

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Philadelphia-Columbus (John Glenn Columbus Intl. - Port Columbus Intl.) flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Philadelphia-Columbus (John Glenn Columbus Intl. - Port Columbus Intl.) flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Philadelphia-Columbus (John Glenn Columbus Intl. - Port Columbus Intl.) flights, you can use Philadelphia Intl. Airport, Philadelphia Railway Station, Trenton Mercer Airport as departure airport, and John Glenn Columbus Intl. - Port Columbus Intl. Airport, Rickenbacker Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Philadelphia-Columbus (John Glenn Columbus Intl. - Port Columbus Intl.) is 667 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Philadelphia-Columbus (John Glenn Columbus Intl. - Port Columbus Intl.) flights is Thursday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Frontier Airlines starts from approximately $214.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Delta Air Lines
$425
Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment
American Airlines
$376
Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / In-flight Entertainment
Frontier Airlines
$214
1 piece of handbag (45x35x20 cm cm)

Last update: 01.10.2026

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