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$61+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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CMH — WAS
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Columbus to Washington, D.C. are usually found in September or August, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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One-way from

$61
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C.
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 January 16, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sat 3/18:41 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/85:30 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$154
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Mon 2/33:58 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop8h 01mSpirit Airlines
Tue 2/41:55 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop8h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/16$175
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 2/612:09 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/89:10 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/1310:26 amCMH - IAD
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/1310:17 pmIAD - CMH
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/108:05 amCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 17mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/129:08 amDCA - CMH
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/1910:21 amCMH - IAD
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Thu 2/206:00 amIAD - CMH
1 stop3h 38mDelta
Deal found 1/16$214
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 3/49:45 amCMH - DCA
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Thu 3/61:20 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 3/610:21 amCMH - DCA
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Mon 3/1011:39 amDCA - CMH
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Deal found 1/16$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 3/18:21 pmCMH - IAD
1 stop3h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/89:20 amIAD - CMH
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/1811:15 amCMH - BWI
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Tue 2/184:20 pmBWI - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 3/52:08 pmCMH - BWI
2 stops10h 27mDelta
Mon 3/102:10 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 1/16$288
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Wed 2/196:00 amCMH - IAD
3 stops29h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/209:45 pmIAD - CMH
2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$356

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Sat 3/1

8:41 pm-7:21 am

1 stop10h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/8

5:30 pm-12:51 am

1 stop7h 21m

$154

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Mon 2/3

3:58 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/4

1:55 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$175

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Fri 2/28

1:45 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/2

12:55 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$209

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

Thu 2/13

10:26 am-11:48 am

Nonstop1h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/13

10:17 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$209

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Tue 3/25

5:39 am-6:59 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/25

12:59 pm-2:34 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$210

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

Wed 2/19

10:21 am-3:50 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/20

6:00 am-9:38 am

1 stop3h 38m

$214

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 2/6

8:05 am-12:22 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/15

5:00 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$214

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Sat 2/15

6:25 am-12:02 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/16

6:00 am-9:38 am

1 stop3h 38m

$219

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

Sat 3/1

8:21 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop3h 32m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/8

9:20 am-3:17 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$257

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Tue 2/18

11:15 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/18

4:20 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$258

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

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus 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 January 10, 2025.

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 January 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus 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 16% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus 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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus 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.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. 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 16, 2025.

The most flights from C01 to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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 January 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Columbus to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about Spirit Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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 Columbus to Washington, D.C.. 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 Columbus to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $175. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $209 and $209, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $61 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $86 and Southwest from $105 one-way.

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

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

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

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. is generally $364, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $129. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $179 for that flight.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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.

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$145Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$155Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$161Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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