PHL → CMHUnited States → United States

Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Columbus

405 mi · 45m average nonstop

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Quick answer: Philadelphia to Columbus at a glance

405 mi
Distance
45m
Nonstop time
1 hour behind
Time-zone shift
~36 kg
CO₂ per passenger

Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbus (CMH) cover 405 miles (651 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 2 airlines flying direct — a short-haul domestic route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 1/10.

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Flying from Philadelphia to Columbus covers 405 miles (652 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 2 airlines offer direct flights on this short-haul domestic route. This is a short-haul domestic route typically served by direct flights.

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PHL (0 mi)CMH (405 mi)45m avg

Nonstop distance 405 miles. Direct carriers include AA and US.

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Airlines on this route

2 airlines fly Philadelphia → Columbus. All are direct routes.

AirlineRoute type
AADirect
USDirect
Baggage on Philadelphia → Columbus: on this route, AA typically includes a carry-on, while US may charge extra for carry-on and seat selection. Check each carrier's baggage policy before booking — fees vary.
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Philadelphia to Columbus — quick answers

How far is Philadelphia from Columbus by plane?

The nonstop flight distance from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbus (CMH) is 405 miles (651 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.

How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Columbus?

The average nonstop flight time from PHL to CMH is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.

Which airlines fly from Philadelphia to Columbus?

2 airlines serve this route nonstop: AA, US. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.

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Route insights: Philadelphia → Columbus

Route type
short-haul domestic
Time zone difference
1 hour behind
Carbon footprint
~36 kg CO₂ per passenger (economy)
Route difficulty
1/10 — easy direct flight
When to go
It's shoulder season in Columbus — often the best balance of weather and price.
Airport transfer
Most travelers reach the city center by taxi, airport shuttle, or public transit. Allow 30-60 minutes depending on traffic.
Route competitiveness
2 airlines fly direct — rank 55 of 122 routes from Philadelphia
Airline network
AA: 118 destinations from PHL; US: 117 destinations from PHL
Alternative origin airports
EWR (Newark, 80 mi); BWI (Baltimore, 90 mi); JFK (New York, 94 mi)
Alternative destination airports
DAY (Dayton, 71 mi); CAK (Akron, 100 mi); CLE (Cleveland, 112 mi)
Nearby destinations
Dayton, United States (71 mi); Akron, United States (100 mi); Cleveland, United States (112 mi)
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Data: OpenFlights public aviation database·Updated: 2026-08-19
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