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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 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CMH
Sep 11 — Sep 181
Fri 9/11
Fri 9/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Tue 9/295:10 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Thu 10/15:50 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 8/9$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Tue 9/88:45 am -
1 stop8h 40m
Thu 9/107:50 pm -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 8/8$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 10/110:22 am -
1 stop8h 33m
Sun 10/47:50 pm -
1 stop20h 56m
Deal found 8/11$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/26:28 pm -
1 stop22h 57m
Tue 9/86:10 pm -
1 stop22h 36m
Deal found 8/12$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Thu 9/109:27 am -
1 stop11h 04m
Sat 9/129:16 pm -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 8/11$144
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Thu 9/109:27 am -
1 stop11h 04m
Mon 9/149:16 pm -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 8/11$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Sun 9/136:00 am -
1 stop12h 55m
Thu 9/177:50 pm -
1 stop27h 14m
Deal found 8/8$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sun 9/66:45 am -
1 stop10h 40m
Sun 9/137:50 pm -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 8/9$149
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Fri 10/3010:20 am -
1 stop6h 35m
Mon 11/25:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 8/9$152
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Sat 9/55:28 pm -
1 stop16h 15m
Tue 9/810:28 am -
1 stop11h 02m
Deal found 8/11$154
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Tue 9/1510:22 am -
1 stop8h 33m
Thu 9/179:16 pm -
1 stop23h 28m
Deal found 8/11$155
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Fri 9/1112:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 23m
Sat 9/127:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 8/11$170

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 August 12, 2026.

Round-trip from

$137
(Southwest)

One-way from

$59
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$314
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Columbus
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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 August 12, 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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BaltimoreColumbus

BWI Baltimore/Washington - CMH Columbus

BWICMH

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/14

8:45 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Columbus

Thu 9/17

3:50 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$163

Washington, D.C.Columbus

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CMH Columbus

IADCMH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/11

12:55 pm-2:18 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Columbus

Sat 9/12

7:59 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$170

BaltimoreColumbus

BWI Baltimore/Washington - CMH Columbus

BWICMH

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/10

6:30 am-10:35 am

1 stop4h 05m

Columbus

Mon 9/14

7:55 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$173

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - CMH Columbus

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/10

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 01m

Columbus

Sat 9/12

2:25 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$183

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - CMH Columbus

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/2

6:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 17m

Columbus

Thu 9/3

8:10 am-12:50 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$183

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - CMH Columbus

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/11

2:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Columbus

Sat 9/12

3:20 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$183

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - CMH Columbus

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/19

3:25 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Columbus

Thu 10/22

3:50 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$191

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - CMH Columbus

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/10

3:35 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Columbus

Mon 9/14

2:05 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$192

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - CMH Columbus

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/22

11:00 am-5:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Columbus

Mon 1/25

2:30 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$210

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - CMH Columbus

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/21

11:45 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Thu 9/24

5:20 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$215

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus 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 Columbus

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus (average of $309). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $414). 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 August 12, 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.

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 August 12, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to C01 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 (15 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Washington, D.C. to Columbus flights typically cost between $255 and $441 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $137 on Southwest (Sep 29-Oct 1).

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

About 14% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Columbus have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 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 11% of flights being delayed.

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 88 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 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 August 8, 2026.

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

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 August 12, 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
4,218 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
4,218 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,218 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
10,111 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,218 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
11,913 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,218 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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 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 Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Washington, D.C. to Columbus in about 1h 23m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 38m. 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, American Airlines ($161), Southwest ($171), and United Airlines ($195) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. These flights start at 49% 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 ($88), and American Airlines ($94).

  • 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: Avianca (82%), ANA (82%), Copa Airlines (79%).

  • 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 $319, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $83. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Columbus), is priced around $163.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus (average of $309). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $414). 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 August 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$161Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$171Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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