Washington, D.C.

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

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CMH — WAS
mar. 8 — mar. 151
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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 marzo 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$147
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$63
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$273

Good round-trip deal

$274 or less

Good one-way deal

$147 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Columbus-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From Columbus to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($4 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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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 marzo 3, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/112:19 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop12h 05mSpirit Airlines
jue. 4/33:13 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop9h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/3$147
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
jue. 3/277:00 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop12h 21mFrontier
mar. 4/110:35 amBWI - CMH
1 stop6h 07mFrontier
Deal found 3/2$160
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
lun. 4/75:10 amCMH - BWI
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
jue. 4/104:17 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop18h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$176
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
mar. 4/16:10 amCMH - BWI
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
mar. 4/19:45 amBWI - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/3$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
lun. 3/316:07 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop5h 08mDelta
mié. 4/26:00 amBWI - CMH
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 3/2$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
vie. 8/16:52 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
lun. 8/47:46 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/3$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
dom. 3/307:50 pmCMH - IAD
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
dom. 4/610:14 pmIAD - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
sáb. 3/296:07 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 22mDelta
jue. 4/36:00 amDCA - CMH
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Deal found 3/2$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
vie. 4/117:00 amCMH - IAD
1 stop6h 22mDelta
lun. 4/145:23 pmIAD - CMH
1 stop5h 05mDelta
Deal found 3/2$214
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
sáb. 3/224:35 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
lun. 3/241:20 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/2$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
vie. 4/185:35 amCMH - BWI
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
dom. 4/205:55 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
jue. 4/39:00 amCMH - BWI
1 stop5h 18mUnited Airlines
mié. 4/95:07 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/3$259

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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 marzo 3, 2025.

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Return

Price

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

mar. 4/1

12:19 pm-12:24 am

1 stop12h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 4/3

3:13 pm-12:18 am

1 stop9h 05m

$147

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

jue. 3/27

7:00 pm-7:21 am

1 stop12h 21m

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 4/1

10:35 am-4:42 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$160

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

lun. 4/7

5:10 am-2:18 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 4/10

4:17 pm-10:48 am

1 stop18h 31m

$176

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

mar. 4/1

5:35 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 4/3

3:35 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$179

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

lun. 3/31

6:07 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 4/2

6:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$199

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

vie. 4/4

6:00 am-10:36 am

1 stop4h 36m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 4/8

12:00 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$209

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

dom. 3/30

7:50 pm-9:11 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 4/6

10:14 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$209

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

sáb. 3/29

6:07 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 4/3

6:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 17m

$214

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

vie. 4/11

7:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 4/16

6:00 am-9:41 am

1 stop3h 41m

$214

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

sáb. 5/3

6:10 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 5/8

1:54 pm-3:19 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$215

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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

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  • 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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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 February 28, 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 $309). Flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 marzo 3, 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 71% 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 February 23, 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.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus Airport 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 marzo 3, 2025.

The most flights from CMH to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 marzo 3, 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.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

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?

    Spirit Airlines, at $147, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Southwest. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 43% 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 Spirit Airlines ($63), Frontier ($89), and American Airlines ($90).

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Consider Air China (83%), Republic Airways (82%) or Ethiopian Air (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying 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 $134. While the most popular route (Columbus - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $179 on average our data indicates $1,229 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 $309). Flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$173Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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