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$54+ 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 12/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — WAS
nov. 25 — dic. 21
lun. 11/25
lun. 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Columbus to Washington, D.C. are usually found in January or September, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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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 noviembre 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$156
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$54
(Frontier)
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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 noviembre 20, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
lun. 12/98:04 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop12h 34mSpirit Airlines
mié. 12/116:55 amBWI - CMH
2 stops14h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$169
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
lun. 12/912:16 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop20h 54mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/118:50 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop23h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$186
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
lun. 12/912:16 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop20h 54mFrontier
jue. 12/129:20 pmBWI - CMH
1 stop13h 08mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$188
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
jue. 12/126:04 amCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
mié. 1/110:00 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
mié. 12/117:45 pmCMH - IAD
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
jue. 12/1210:15 pmIAD - CMH
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
mié. 12/111:55 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
vie. 12/131:10 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$210
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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. 12/97:43 pmCMH - IAD
1 stop3h 42mDelta
mié. 12/111:35 pmIAD - CMH
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Deal found 11/18$228
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
jue. 12/126:00 amCMH - BWI
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
mié. 1/17:25 amBWI - CMH
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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. 12/138:24 pmCMH - IAD
1 stop3h 31mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/168:00 pmIAD - CMH
1 stop3h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
jue. 12/196:45 amCMH - BWI
1 stop7h 25mDelta
jue. 12/266:05 amBWI - CMH
1 stop3h 47mDelta
Deal found 11/19$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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. 12/96:23 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 28mDelta
mié. 12/116:30 amDCA - CMH
1 stop5h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/20$288
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
vie. 12/611:28 amCMH - IAD
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
dom. 12/85:57 pmIAD - CMH
1 stop17h 13mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$294

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated noviembre 20, 2024.

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ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

vie. 1/10

2:22 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 1/12

8:50 pm-1:27 pm

1 stop16h 37m

$156

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

lun. 12/9

12:16 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 54m

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 12/11

8:50 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop23h 12m

$186

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

lun. 12/9

12:16 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 54m

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 12/12

9:20 pm-10:28 am

1 stop13h 08m

$188

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

sáb. 1/11

6:10 am-7:39 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dom. 1/12

8:00 am-9:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$199

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

mar. 1/28

7:45 pm-9:07 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 2/1

10:05 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$199

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

jue. 2/13

1:45 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 2/17

1:00 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$210

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

mié. 12/18

7:43 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop3h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 12/25

6:00 am-9:52 am

1 stop3h 52m

$218

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

jue. 12/12

6:00 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 1/1

7:25 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$229

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

jue. 12/12

6:00 am-10:54 am

1 stop4h 54m

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 12/12

7:47 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 08m

$238

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

vie. 12/13

8:24 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop3h 31m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 12/16

8:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$256

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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 November.
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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

*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.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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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 November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. is 46 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $300). Flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 noviembre 20, 2024.

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 16% 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 November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport 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 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 noviembre 20, 2024.

The most flights from CMH to WAS are scheduled on a Tuesday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 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 noviembre 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines 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
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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 $156, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and American Airlines. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 37% 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 ($54), Spirit Airlines ($69), and American Airlines ($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 - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Columbus - Baltimore/Washington as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider Sun Country Air (100%), Ethiopian Air (100%) or GoJet (100%) 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 $104. While the most popular route (Columbus - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $199 on average our data indicates $1,280 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $300). Flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated noviembre 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$108Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$140Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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