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$63+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Cleveland (CLE)

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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CLE
Aug 8 — Aug 151
Sat 8/8
Sat 8/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland Hopkins Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 9, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/56:35 am
BWI
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CLE
1 stop5h 49m
Frontier
Tue 8/116:41 am
CLE
-
BWI
1 stop8h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 7/8$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/136:35 am
BWI
-
CLE
1 stop5h 49m
Frontier
Mon 8/173:46 pm
CLE
-
BWI
1 stop15h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 7/7$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/149:32 pm
BWI
-
CLE
1 stop14h 52m
Frontier
Sun 8/165:51 pm
CLE
-
BWI
1 stop13h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 7/8$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/38:36 am
BWI
-
CLE
1 stop12h 16m
Frontier
Fri 8/73:46 pm
CLE
-
BWI
1 stop7h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 7/8$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/189:32 pm
BWI
-
CLE
1 stop14h 23m
Frontier
Tue 8/256:45 am
CLE
-
BWI
1 stop10h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 7/4$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/86:35 am
BWI
-
CLE
1 stop5h 49m
Frontier
Tue 8/115:51 pm
CLE
-
BWI
1 stop13h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 7/4$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/171:05 pm
BWI
-
CLE
1 stop9h 52m
Frontier
Tue 8/256:45 am
CLE
-
BWI
1 stop5h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 7/7$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/106:35 am
BWI
-
CLE
1 stop5h 49m
Frontier
Wed 8/123:46 pm
CLE
-
BWI
1 stop6h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 7/8$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/66:35 am
BWI
-
CLE
1 stop5h 49m
Frontier
Mon 8/106:41 am
CLE
-
BWI
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 7/8$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/66:35 am
BWI
-
CLE
1 stop5h 49m
Frontier
Wed 8/126:41 am
CLE
-
BWI
1 stop8h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 7/8$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/59:32 pm
BWI
-
CLE
1 stop11h 20m
Frontier
Mon 8/103:46 pm
CLE
-
BWI
1 stop7h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 7/8$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/58:45 am
BWI
-
CLE
1 stop13h 46m
Frontier
Sun 9/65:15 pm
CLE
-
BWI
1 stop6h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 7/7$159

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Cleveland (CLE). 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 July 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$124
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$63
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$334

Good round-trip deal

$279 or less

Good one-way deal

$181 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland 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 July 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

BaltimoreCleveland

BWI - CLE

BWICLE

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/10

8:35 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Wed 9/16

11:40 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$218

BaltimoreCleveland

BWI - CLE

BWICLE

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/12

1:40 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops6h 40m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 8/17

7:20 am-7:10 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$242

Washington, D.C.Cleveland

DCA - CLE

DCACLE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/24

3:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 11/29

11:55 am-7:40 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$243

Washington, D.C.Cleveland

IAD - CLE

IADCLE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/19

10:22 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Wed 8/26

7:54 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$249

Washington, D.C.Cleveland

DCA - CLE

DCACLE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/31

1:20 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 11/1

7:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$257

Washington, D.C.Cleveland

DCA - CLE

DCACLE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/27

3:20 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 8/30

7:50 am-2:13 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$257

Washington, D.C.Cleveland

DCA - CLE

DCACLE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/4

3:20 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 8/6

4:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$257

Washington, D.C.Cleveland

IAD - CLE

IADCLE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/20

8:20 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 7/27

7:55 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$264

BaltimoreCleveland

BWI - CLE

BWICLE

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 8/28

8:35 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 9/3

5:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$267

Washington, D.C.Cleveland

DCA - CLE

DCACLE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/8

6:10 am-9:42 am

1 stop3h 32m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 8/10

7:43 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop3h 16m

$269

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Washington, D.C.-Cleveland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Cleveland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Cleveland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Cleveland 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 Washington, D.C.-Cleveland 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 Washington, D.C. to Cleveland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cleveland from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland (average of $116). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $193). 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 WAS to CLE?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 9, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland. 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 July 9, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to CLE are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland?

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 56 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland. Price data was last updated on July 4, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Cleveland flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cleveland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cleveland. 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 Cleveland. Reviews last updated July 9, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,953 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,790 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,834 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cleveland from Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to Cleveland from Washington, D.C., you will be flying to Hopkins Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) is located 10.1 mi from the center of Cleveland. There are 19 flights from Washington, D.C. to Hopkins Intl per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland?

    For as low as $218, Southwest can have you in Cleveland from Washington, D.C. in 1h 20m. There are 313 mi between Washington, D.C. and Cleveland. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Cleveland, with prices starting at $187. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $189 round trip. United Airlines is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $75 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $128 and $149, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland is Baltimore/Washington - Cleveland Hopkins Intl. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cleveland Hopkins Intl or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Cleveland Hopkins Intl.

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

    Before booking your flight to Cleveland from Washington, D.C., check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: GoJet (100%), Mesa Airlines (94%), Avianca( 92%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland? While on average our users pay $420, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $139. The most popular route (Baltimore/Washington - Cleveland Hopkins Intl), is priced around $157.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Cleveland flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland 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 Washington, D.C. to Cleveland?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland (average of $116). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $193). 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 4 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland. 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 July 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$126Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$171Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$187Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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