Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Columbia
523 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Philadelphia to Columbia at a glance
Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbia (CAE) cover 523 miles (841 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 2 airlines flying direct — a medium-haul domestic route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 3/10.
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Flying from Philadelphia to Columbia covers 523 miles (842 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 2 airlines offer direct flights on this medium-haul domestic route. This is a medium-haul domestic route typically served by direct flights.
Nonstop distance 523 miles. Direct carriers include AA and US.
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Airlines on this route
2 airlines fly Philadelphia → Columbia. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| AA | Direct |
| US | Direct |
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Philadelphia to Columbia — quick answers
How far is Philadelphia from Columbia by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Philadelphia (PHL) to Columbia (CAE) is 523 miles (841 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 Columbia?
The average nonstop flight time from PHL to CAE 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 Columbia?
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.