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$59+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CMH
Jun 10 — Jun 171
Wed 6/10
Wed 6/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 11, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 6/249:25 pm
BWI
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Wed 7/15:40 am
CMH
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/10$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 8/278:52 am
BWI
-
CMH
1 stop8h 20m
Frontier
Sun 8/306:07 pm
CMH
-
BWI
1 stop13h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 5/7$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/48:52 am
BWI
-
CMH
1 stop8h 18m
Frontier
Thu 6/116:00 pm
CMH
-
BWI
1 stop5h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 5/7$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 5/286:45 am
BWI
-
CMH
1 stop10h 25m
Frontier
Sun 5/316:05 pm
CMH
-
BWI
1 stop13h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/107:27 pm
BWI
-
CMH
1 stop21h 38m
Frontier
Tue 6/166:00 pm
CMH
-
BWI
1 stop5h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 5/9$128
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/99:25 pm
BWI
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Wed 6/105:40 am
CMH
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/910:45 am
BWI
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Tue 6/93:40 pm
CMH
-
BWI
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/168:31 am
BWI
-
CMH
1 stop8h 34m
Frontier
Thu 6/186:00 pm
CMH
-
BWI
1 stop13h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$152
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Thu 10/83:55 pm
BWI
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Tue 10/134:20 pm
CMH
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/9$154
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/21:59 pm
BWI
-
CMH
1 stop5h 44m
Delta
Tue 6/95:01 pm
CMH
-
BWI
1 stop4h 24m
Delta
Deal found 5/6$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/159:32 pm
BWI
-
CMH
1 stop19h 33m
Frontier
Sun 6/216:00 pm
CMH
-
BWI
1 stop24h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$159
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/27:45 am
IAD
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CMH
1 stop9h 25m
Frontier
Tue 6/96:00 pm
CMH
-
IAD
1 stop5h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6$190

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 May 11, 2026.

Round-trip from

$117
(Southwest)

One-way from

$59
(Southwest)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$339
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus 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 May 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BaltimoreColumbus

BWI - CMH

BWICMH

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/28

6:45 am-5:10 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Columbus

Sun 5/31

6:05 pm-7:43 am

1 stop13h 38m

$127

Washington, D.C.Columbus

IAD - CMH

IADCMH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/9

8:25 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Columbus

Wed 6/10

6:00 am-7:24 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$191

Washington, D.C.Columbus

IAD - CMH

IADCMH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/16

6:05 am-9:43 am

1 stop3h 38m

Columbus

Thu 6/18

7:05 am-11:48 am

1 stop4h 43m

$211

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/21

11:40 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Thu 7/23

7:05 am-4:45 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$211

Washington, D.C.Columbus

IAD - CMH

IADCMH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/30

12:29 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Columbus

Mon 8/3

6:57 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$211

BaltimoreColumbus

BWI - CMH

BWICMH

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 6/4

8:15 am-4:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Columbus

Mon 6/8

7:40 pm-12:55 am

1 stop5h 15m

$216

Washington, D.C.Columbus

IAD - CMH

IADCMH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/8

6:05 am-9:43 am

1 stop3h 38m

Columbus

Tue 6/9

6:30 am-10:20 am

1 stop3h 50m

$225
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/3

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Fri 6/5

1:45 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$226

BaltimoreColumbus

BWI - CMH

BWICMH

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 6/9

10:45 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Columbus

Tue 6/9

4:20 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$240

BaltimoreColumbus

BWI - CMH

BWICMH

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 6/16

9:25 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Columbus

Thu 6/18

1:05 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$240

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus, you should look to book at least 73 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. to Columbus?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus (average of $77). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbus in May is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 May 11, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. Price data was last updated on May 2, 2026.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. 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 May 11, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to C01 are scheduled on a Tuesday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

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

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 116 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?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday 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, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% 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 May 11, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,298 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,298 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,298 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,699 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,298 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,667 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,298 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Airlines like Frontier, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Washington, D.C. to Columbus in about 1h 24m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 01m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Columbus is about 299 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. to Columbus round-trip?

    According to our current data, Southwest ($171), American Airlines ($177), and United Airlines ($194) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus are Frontier ($65), Southwest ($89), and American Airlines ($89).

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

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

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Washington, D.C. to Columbus on time: CommutAir (100%), Mesa Airlines (94%), Avianca (89%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus? While on average our users pay $336, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $103. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Columbus), is priced around $164.

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

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

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

    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 Columbus.

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus (average of $77). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbus in May is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 May 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$157Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$171Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$184Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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