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$61+ 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 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — WAS
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
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 Friday or Thursday 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 January 30, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$130
(Frontier)

One-way from

$61
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$274

Good round-trip deal

$275 or less

Good one-way deal

$177 or less
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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 30, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/278:51 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop10h 30mFrontier
Sat 3/18:11 amBWI - CMH
1 stop11h 40mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$130
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Priceline 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 1/30$154
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/89:36 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop10h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sun 3/98:27 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop13h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$180
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 2/218:14 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/237:55 amDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Thu 5/16:12 amCMH - IAD
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/510:20 pmIAD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Thu 2/207:39 amCMH - DCA
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Sat 2/2210:30 amDCA - CMH
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 1/30$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Thu 2/207:06 amCMH - IAD
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Sat 2/2212:05 pmIAD - CMH
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/30$214
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/31:45 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Fri 3/71:20 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$220
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/217:40 amCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/245:00 pmDCA - CMH
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Mon 3/36:20 amCMH - BWI
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Mon 3/34:20 pmBWI - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/30$231
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/244:08 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop4h 01mDelta
Tue 2/253:30 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 1/29$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 3/58:53 amCMH - IAD
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/57:30 pmIAD - CMH
1 stop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$251

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 30, 2025.

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ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Thu 2/27

8:51 pm-7:21 am

1 stop10h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/1

8:11 am-7:51 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$130

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

Sat 3/8

9:36 pm-8:15 am

1 stop10h 39m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/9

8:27 pm-9:42 am

1 stop13h 15m

$180

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Fri 3/7

12:14 pm-1:37 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/10

12:59 pm-2:34 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$209

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

Tue 4/1

7:50 pm-9:11 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/3

8:20 am-9:44 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$209

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Sat 2/22

10:21 am-4:45 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/23

6:00 am-9:38 am

1 stop3h 38m

$214

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

Wed 2/12

12:14 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/6

12:05 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$219

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Mon 3/3

1:45 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/7

1:20 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$220

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Fri 2/21

7:40 am-12:24 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/24

5:00 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$229

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Mon 3/3

6:20 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/3

4:20 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$231

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 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 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.

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

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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 January 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. is 56 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 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 30, 2025.

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 70% 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 January 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 January 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
9,688 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
8,454 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
3,718 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
8,913 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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

    Frontier, at $130, 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 50% 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 ($61), Spirit Airlines ($73), and Southwest ($105).

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

    When deciding which route to take from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. consider Columbus - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Columbus - Baltimore/Washington or Columbus - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National as they are the most popular.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $129. While the most popular route (Columbus - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $194 on average our data indicates $364 when flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • 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 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 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$165Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$168Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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