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$59+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Columbus (CMH)

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WAS — CMH
Jan 6 — Jan 131
Mon 1/6
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Columbus are usually found in January or August, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$130
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$59
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

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January

Average price

$210
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/18:11 amBWI - CMH
1 stop11h 40mFrontier
Mon 3/310:25 amCMH - BWI
1 stop20h 56mFrontier
Deal found 1/1$130
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/265:25 amBWI - CMH
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/2810:19 amCMH - BWI
1 stop21h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1$166
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/79:55 amBWI - CMH
1 stop12h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/103:58 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop8h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/1$168
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/308:20 amIAD - CMH
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/27:45 pmCMH - IAD
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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 1/318:00 amDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/85:26 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/1$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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 1/221:35 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Sat 1/256:15 amCMH - DCA
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 1/1$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 1/2912:31 pmIAD - CMH
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Mon 2/107:06 amCMH - IAD
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/31$228
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 1/226:00 amDCA - CMH
1 stop3h 41mDelta
Mon 1/276:09 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/31$228
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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 1/228:35 amBWI - CMH
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Sat 1/255:50 amCMH - BWI
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/1$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Sat 3/16:30 amIAD - CMH
1 stop4h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/38:21 pmCMH - IAD
1 stop3h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/31$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 1/296:00 amBWI - CMH
2 stops9h 13mDelta
Sun 2/26:40 amCMH - BWI
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/30$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Mon 1/136:00 pmDCA - CMH
1 stop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/166:05 amCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$276

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 1, 2025.

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BaltimoreColumbus

BWI - CMH

BWICMH

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/1

8:11 am-7:51 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Columbus

Mon 3/3

10:25 am-7:21 am

1 stop20h 56m

$130

BaltimoreColumbus

BWI - CMH

BWICMH

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/26

5:25 am-3:45 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Columbus

Fri 2/28

10:19 am-7:21 am

1 stop21h 02m

$166

BaltimoreColumbus

BWI - CMH

BWICMH

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/7

9:55 am-10:39 pm

1 stop12h 44m

Columbus

Mon 2/10

3:58 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$168

Washington, D.C.Columbus

IAD - CMH

IADCMH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/30

8:20 am-9:52 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Columbus

Sun 2/2

7:45 pm-9:04 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/29

3:27 pm-4:58 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Columbus

Sun 2/2

10:07 am-11:31 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/29

1:35 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Columbus

Sun 2/2

6:30 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$219

Washington, D.C.Columbus

IAD - CMH

IADCMH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/29

12:31 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Columbus

Mon 2/10

7:06 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 19m

$228

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/31

2:35 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Columbus

Fri 2/7

4:26 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$230

BaltimoreColumbus

BWI - CMH

BWICMH

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/22

8:35 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Columbus

Sat 1/25

5:50 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$248

Washington, D.C.Columbus

IAD - CMH

IADCMH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/1

6:30 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 02m

Columbus

Mon 3/3

8:21 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop3h 32m

$258

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Washington, D.C.-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Columbus Airport 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 Washington, D.C.-Columbus Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 27, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport is 70 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 Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 WAS to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 1, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 1, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to CMH are scheduled on a Monday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus Airport ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus Airport when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus Airport, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated January 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest from Washington, D.C. to Columbus to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,699 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,699 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,699 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,699 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,974 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,699 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,699 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,103 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,699 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Columbus Airport, with prices starting at $130. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $168 and $209, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $59 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $89 and United Airlines from $105 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Baltimore/Washington - Columbus or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Columbus, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Columbus is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $117. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Columbus) can be booked for $209 on average our data indicates $362 when flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 Washington, D.C. to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$100Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$104Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$128Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$152Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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