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

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CMH — WAS
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Columbus to Washington, D.C. are usually found in January or September, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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

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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 December 18, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/316:03 amCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/2110:00 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$274
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/268:42 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop16h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/710:51 amBWI - CMH
1 stop13h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/266:05 amCMH - IAD
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/78:20 amIAD - CMH
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$313
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/318:04 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop11h 35mSpirit Airlines
Fri 2/215:25 amBWI - CMH
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$348
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/316:35 amCMH - DCA
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Sat 1/41:10 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/315:55 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop5h 33mDelta
Sat 1/46:05 amBWI - CMH
1 stop3h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/16$384
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/312:00 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Sat 1/410:35 pmBWI - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$385
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/235:55 pmCMH - IAD
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Thu 1/212:30 pmIAD - CMH
1 stop4h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/16$416
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/268:42 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop16h 44mFrontier
Sun 12/299:31 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop12h 54mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$420
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/256:36 amCMH - IAD
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/285:00 amIAD - CMH
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$436
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/266:00 amCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/27:00 amDCA - CMH
1 stop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$457
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/248:40 amCMH - BWI
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/38:17 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop3h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$487

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 December 18, 2024.

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ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Mon 2/24

10:25 am-7:21 am

1 stop20h 56m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/26

10:03 am-8:21 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$139

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Thu 2/20

8:51 pm-7:21 am

1 stop10h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/21

9:58 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop21h 53m

$145

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Thu 1/9

3:58 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/13

10:45 am-8:09 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$168

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 1/9

12:09 pm-1:33 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/13

10:01 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$209

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

Thu 1/9

10:33 am-11:53 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/13

10:05 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$209

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 1/9

1:25 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/12

1:10 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$210

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

Thu 2/20

8:51 pm-5:13 pm

1 stop20h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/23

6:03 pm-9:29 am

1 stop15h 26m

$224

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 1/9

11:24 am-6:33 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/12

6:09 am-11:34 am

1 stop5h 25m

$228

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

Thu 1/9

7:03 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/11

5:16 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$228

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Sat 1/18

5:50 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/20

9:10 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$252

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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 December 13, 2024.

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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 December 18, 2024.

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.

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 December 18, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Columbus to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about Frontier, American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
3,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
9,059 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $145. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $168 and $209, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 42% 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 $69 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 most reliable airlines from Columbus to Washington, D.C.?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. consider choosing GoJet (100%), Ethiopian Air (95%) or ANA (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. is generally $1,327, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $121. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $209 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$108Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$141Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$155Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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