Columbia to Philadelphia (COU–PHL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Columbia to Philadelphia
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
909 mi 2h 50m nonstop +1h ahead 16 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between COU and PHL, connecting options are available through 16 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for COU to PHL.
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One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~19h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
383
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Other ways to reach Philadelphia from Columbia

Nearby airports with service to Philadelphia International Airport.
Metric COU→PHL STL→PHL MCI→PHL
Distance from COU 100 mi 138 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 6 6
Weekly flights 0 60 112
Flight time 2h 50m 2h 10m 2h 12m
Airports within 200 miles of COU with service to Philadelphia International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Philadelphia is 1 hour ahead of Columbia.
COU: CDT · PHL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Columbia, it's 7:00 PM in Philadelphia.
Distance & Flight Time
909 mi / 1,462 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 50m.
Getting from PHL

SEPTA Airport Line from the terminal to Center City takes 25–30 minutes ($8). Trains run every 30 minutes (5am to midnight) to 30th Street, Suburban, and Jefferson stations; all with connections to the subway and regional rail network. Buy tickets at platform machines.Taxis to Center City cost $28–35 (flat rate). Ride-shares to Center City run $22–35. For New York City, the Bolt Bus and Greyhound stop near 30th Street Station, or take NJ Transit to New York Penn Station (connecting from 30th Street). Amtrak also departs 30th Street Station for New York in 65 minutes.

Philadelphia Climate

Humid continental climate on the Delaware River. Winters (December–March) are cold (−2 to 5°C) with snow and ice. Philadelphia sits in the I-95 "snow corridor" and receives significant nor'easter snowfall several times per winter. PHL has solid de-icing capacity, but major storms cause multi-hour and multi-day disruptions.

Summers are hot and humid (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause frequent delays June through August. Spring and fall are transitional with variable conditions. Fog along the Delaware is occasional in fall and early winter mornings.

COU–PHL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Columbia to Philadelphia route.
Route details
Distance909 mi / 1,462 km
Flight time2h 50m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: COU
IATA / ICAOCOU / KCOU
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.2M
Elevation889 ft / 271 m
Destination: PHL
IATA / ICAOPHL / KPHL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr30.2M
Elevation36 ft / 11 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about COU to PHL flights.
Nonstop flights from Columbia Regional Airport to Philadelphia International Airport take approximately 2h 50m. The route covers 909 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PDK, IND, MDW, BNA, TYS, MSP, BDL, PBI, NAS, AUS, STT, CLT, LAS, DEN, ORD and DFW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Philadelphia is 1 hour ahead of Columbia.
Nearby alternatives include STL and MCI. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from COU to PHL

Columbia Regional Airport (COU) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

COU to PHL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from COU to PHL ranges from 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 909 miles (1,462 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PDK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include St Louis (STL) and Kansas City (MCI).