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$63+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — WAS
Nov 5 — Nov 121
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The best prices from Columbus to Washington, D.C. are usually found in January or September, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$158
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$63
(Mytrip)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1311:28 amCMH - BWI
1 stop6h 39mFrontier
Sun 12/159:20 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop13h 50mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$178
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/98:04 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop12h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/129:20 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop13h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$189
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Thu 11/1411:10 amCMH - BWI
1 stop13h 01mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/1710:42 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop11h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/31$193
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/33:08 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/68:16 amDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/236:05 amCMH - IAD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/2310:10 pmIAD - CMH
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/41:55 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Sun 12/86:05 amDCA - CMH
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/410:24 amCMH - DCA
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Fri 12/69:49 amDCA - CMH
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 10/30$228
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/47:05 amCMH - IAD
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Sun 12/86:00 amIAD - CMH
1 stop3h 42mDelta
Deal found 10/30$228
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/36:00 amCMH - BWI
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Fri 12/68:25 pmBWI - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2011:02 amCMH - BWI
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/245:00 amBWI - CMH
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/228:27 pmCMH - IAD
1 stop3h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/248:10 pmIAD - CMH
1 stop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/37:41 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Sat 12/77:00 amBWI - CMH
2 stops10h 12mDelta
Deal found 10/31$255

Find flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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CMH - BWI

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Columbus

Mon 12/16

12:16 pm-7:22 am

1 stop19h 06m

$63

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Tue 12/3

3:48 pm-11:15 am

2 stops19h 27m

$87

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Tue 11/19

7:59 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops22h 45m

$99

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 12/5

10:22 am-11:47 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$105

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

Sat 1/11

10:22 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$105

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

Fri 1/10

6:25 am-11:41 am

1 stop5h 16m

$114

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Sat 12/7

6:05 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$116

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 12/5

6:15 am-10:29 am

1 stop4h 14m

$114

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Tue 12/17

2:00 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$119

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Thu 11/28

6:35 am-11:47 am

1 stop5h 12m

$125

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Washington, D.C. in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Columbus Airport-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C.

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. is 46 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $273). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Frontier and Delta from Columbus to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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5,116 reviews

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8.3

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8.7

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7.7

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Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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5,116 reviews
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5,116 reviews

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8.1

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8.3

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8.7

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7.7

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7.2

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8.1

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1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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9,420 reviews
8.1
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5,116 reviews

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8.1

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8.3

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8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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7.2

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8.1

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1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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8,835 reviews
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5,116 reviews

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8.1

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8.3

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8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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8.1
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5,116 reviews

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Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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2,804 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

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8.1

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8.7

Entertainment

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8.1

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1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $158, but on average you can expect to pay $277.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 3 direct flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. is less than $216.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. for under $200?

    There are currently 14+ open flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. on average per day?

    Travelers can expect 8 flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. on average per day.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 38% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 38% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 25% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Airlines like Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. in about 1h 22m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 39m. There are 337 mi between Columbus Airport and Washington, D.C.. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Frontier, at $158, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. Frontier is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. are Frontier ($63), Spirit Airlines ($87), and American Airlines ($105).

  • What are the most popular routes from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C.?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $119. While the most popular route (Columbus - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) can be booked for $133 on average our data indicates $310 when flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • What does CMH to BWI mean?

    This is defined as Columbus Airport (CMH) and Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI). Codes like Baltimore/Washington Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to Washington, D.C. flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to Washington, D.C. flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C. offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Washington, D.C. flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. flight deals updated?

    The Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $273). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$94Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$108Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$140Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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