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$74+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Columbus (CMH)

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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — CMH
Sep 3 — Sep 101
Thu 9/3
Thu 9/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Columbus
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/38:15 am -
1 stop4h 15m
Thu 9/31:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 7/30$182
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sat 9/52:30 pm -
1 stop4h 15m
Sun 9/612:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 8/3$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sat 9/51:20 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Tue 9/81:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/3$191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/2010:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Sun 8/239:29 am -
Nonstop1h 31m
Deal found 7/30$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/226:05 am -
2 stops6h 40m
Thu 9/242:05 pm -
2 stops9h 50m
Deal found 7/30$202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/277:14 pm -
1 stop3h 41m
Mon 8/314:28 pm -
Nonstop1h 32m
Deal found 7/30$203
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Sat 9/56:59 am -
1 stop6h 01m
Sat 9/126:00 am -
1 stop5h 26m
Deal found 8/2$211

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) to Columbus (CMH). 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 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$182
(Southwest)

One-way from

$74
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$255

Good round-trip deal

$263 or less

Good one-way deal

$200 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/1

1:15 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Columbus

Wed 9/2

1:45 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$215

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/26

11:40 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Thu 8/27

5:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$215

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/26

11:40 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Wed 9/2

9:10 am-4:10 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$220

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/1

11:40 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Tue 9/8

12:05 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$220

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/22

1:20 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Mon 8/24

2:05 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$220

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/17

6:05 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Columbus

Tue 11/17

7:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$225

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/4

6:55 am-5:00 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Columbus

Sun 9/6

7:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$247

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/9

3:25 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Columbus

Mon 10/12

5:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$256

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/16

3:25 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Columbus

Mon 10/19

3:20 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$261

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/29

11:40 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Sun 11/1

6:05 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$265

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Reagan-National to Columbus in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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. Reagan-National Airport-Columbus Airport 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. Reagan-National Airport-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Columbus Airport 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. Reagan-National Airport-Columbus Airport 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 Reagan-National to Columbus

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Reagan-National with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport, you should look to book at least 81 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 Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport (average of $267). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 August 4, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 21% 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 Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reagan-National to Columbus. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2026.

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

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport flights typically cost between $195 and $428 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $187 on Southwest (Sep 5-Sep 6).

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 4, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,222 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
11,850 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport in 7h 20m. Fly via Southwest to get the fastest option. Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and Columbus Airport are separated by a distance of 322 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($161), and Southwest ($171) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $88 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $94 and JetBlue from $109 one-way.

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

    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. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport on time: Republic Airways (82%), American Airlines (72%), Envoy Air (71%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $331 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $88 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Columbus) is currently priced at $177.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport (average of $267). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbus Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 August 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$161Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$171Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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