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$80+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Columbus

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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — CMH
Jan 8 — Jan 151
Thu 1/8
Thu 1/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Columbus
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Wed 12/247:55 amDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Sat 12/274:40 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/6$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/302:54 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/63:13 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/242:59 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/307:52 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Wed 12/317:55 amDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Sun 1/410:50 amCMH - DCA
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/6$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/252:54 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:30 amCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/246:00 amDCA - CMH
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Tue 12/3010:50 amCMH - DCA
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$292

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) to Columbus (C01). 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 December 9, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$80
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$347
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Columbus

Sun 1/18

5:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$199

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/15

1:40 pm-3:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Columbus

Sun 1/18

5:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$202

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/1

7:55 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Thu 1/8

5:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$202

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Columbus

Sun 1/18

6:25 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/21

8:00 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Columbus

Mon 2/23

4:55 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$213

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/27

7:25 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$101

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/11

7:25 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$101

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/10

7:25 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$101

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/13

7:25 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$101

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/25

7:25 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$101

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Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Columbus

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reagan-National to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus (average of $131). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $215). 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 DCA to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 9, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 41% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reagan-National to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Columbus have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 115 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Columbus flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Columbus flights?

Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated December 9, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus, such as Southwest and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus can take about 6h 10m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $209. The distance from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus is about 322 mi. 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. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus round-trip?

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Columbus, with prices starting at $177. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $177 round trip. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Republic Airways (81%), American Airlines (75%) or Alaska Airlines (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $107. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Columbus) can be booked for $213 on average, our data indicates $235 when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Reagan-National to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National to Columbus 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. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus (average of $131). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $215). 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 2 airlines flying from Reagan-National to Columbus

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Reagan-National to Columbus. 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 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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