$125 Cheap Flights from Columbia (CAE) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Philadelphia (CAE-PHL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $125 for one-way flights and $239 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jul 3 - Tue, Jul 8
CAE
Columbia
PHL
Philadelphia
$239 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 3 from Columbia to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Jul 8, priced at $239 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jun 7 - Thu, Jun 12
CAE
Columbia
PHL
Philadelphia
$248 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 7 from Columbia to Philadelphia, returning Thu, Jun 12, priced at $248 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Jun 9 - Mon, Jun 16
CAE
Columbia
PHL
Philadelphia
$256 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jun 9 from Columbia to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Jun 16, priced at $256 found 5 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jun 7 - Mon, Jun 16
CAE
Columbia
PHL
Philadelphia
$257 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 7 from Columbia to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Jun 16, priced at $257 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jun 7 - Tue, Jun 10
CAE
Columbia
PHL
Philadelphia
$258 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 7 from Columbia to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $258 found 11 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jul 3 - Tue, Jul 8
CAE
Columbia
PHL
Philadelphia
$259 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$259
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 3 from Columbia to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Jul 8, priced at $259 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jun 6 - Sun, Jun 8
CAE
Columbia
PHL
Philadelphia
$283 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$283
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 6 from Columbia to Philadelphia, returning Sun, Jun 8, priced at $283 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Tue, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 7
CAE
Columbia
PHL
Philadelphia
$301 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$301
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from Columbia to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Jun 7, priced at $301 found 17 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 7
CAE
Columbia
PHL
Philadelphia
$311 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$311
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from Columbia to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Jun 7, priced at $311 found 17 hours ago
United
Tue, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 7
CAE
Columbia
PHL
Philadelphia
$323 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$323
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from Columbia to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Jun 7, priced at $323 found 17 hours ago
Flights from Columbia (CAE) to Philadelphia (PHL)
Origin airport
Columbia Metropolitan
Destination airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$239
Distance
522 mi

Columbia to Philadelphia Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Columbia to Philadelphia

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Columbia to Philadelphia are during the month of July. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Columbia to Philadelphia with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Columbia to Philadelphia

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Columbia to Philadelphia: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Columbia to Philadelphia

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Columbia to Philadelphia in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $125 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Columbia to Philadelphia flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Columbia to Philadelphia airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) cost?
Snag cheap return tickets starting from $335 from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a American Airlines flight leaving CAE on May 21 2025 and touching down at PHL. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CAE to PHL?
The cheapest flights from CAE to PHL are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
You can fly straight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CAE to PHL?
Take off from CAE to PHL with American Airlines. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting at $291. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CAE on July 3 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs daily from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). Need other options? Use Expedia’s filters to find flights with layovers and squeeze in a visit to another city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
More passengers fly between CAE and PHL at 6 PM than at any other time of day. Rather go when it’s quieter? Consider flying outside peak hours and it’s possible you’ll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from CAE to PHL?
If you depart on a Friday, you’ll get the greatest range of choices for flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
What is the earliest flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
The first flight of the day leaving from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is at around 3:20PM UTC-5. Board this flight and you’ll arrive at Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) at approximately 5:08PM UTC-5. The overall travel time is 1h 48m.
How long does it take to fly from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Flights from CAE to PHL have an average travel time of 1 hour and 53 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 520 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CAE to PHL?
With 81% of journeys typically landing on time, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
To reach Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) on schedule, book a flight that takes off from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Philadelphia from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
Compare your flight options from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). This is the only Philadelphia airport you can fly into if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from CAE to PHL are typically more expensive. For the lowest rates, start searching for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may land a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a CAE to PHL flight and hotel package?
Opting for a CAE to PHL flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our wide range of stays and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
In most instances, you’re able to reschedule or cancel your CAE to PHL flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s rules and fees on flight changes, or if you’d like more details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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