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$68+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CMH
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/256:00 amDCA - CMH
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Thu 12/255:51 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/15$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/312:59 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/410:30 amCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/312:59 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/36:36 amCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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
Thu 1/89:45 amCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/3012:32 pmDCA - CMH
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Thu 1/88:08 amCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/16$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 amIAD - CMH
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Sun 1/46:30 amCMH - IAD
1 stop5h 22mDelta
Deal found 12/16$332
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 amDCA - CMH
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Sun 1/48:00 amCMH - DCA
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/16$332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/316:35 amIAD - CMH
1 stop3h 57mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/56:36 amCMH - IAD
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/306:00 amIAD - CMH
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Thu 1/87:08 amCMH - IAD
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/16$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/245:25 pmIAD - CMH
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3010:30 amCMH - IAD
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/306:42 amBWI - CMH
1 stop3h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/86:00 amCMH - BWI
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/306:00 amBWI - CMH
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Thu 1/86:25 amCMH - BWI
2 stops11h 21mDelta
Deal found 12/16$350

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 (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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$161
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$378

Good round-trip deal

$261 or less

Good one-way deal

$115 or less
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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreColumbus

BWI - CMH

BWICMH

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/12

5:45 am-10:48 am

1 stop5h 03m

Columbus

Thu 1/15

12:00 pm-11:34 pm

2 stops11h 34m

$189

Washington, D.C.Columbus

IAD - CMH

IADCMH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/13

10:09 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Columbus

Tue 1/20

2:58 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$200

BaltimoreColumbus

BWI - CMH

BWICMH

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/23

4:44 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Columbus

Mon 1/26

10:40 am-11:36 pm

1 stop12h 56m

$206

Washington, D.C.Columbus

IAD - CMH

IADCMH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-9:48 am

1 stop3h 48m

Columbus

Sun 1/18

8:15 am-11:49 am

1 stop3h 34m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/17

12:10 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Columbus

Sun 1/18

2:10 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/25

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop5h 20m

Columbus

Thu 12/25

5:51 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbus

DCA - CMH

DCACMH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/17

2:55 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Columbus

Wed 2/18

5:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$210

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

Mon 1/19

4:55 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$211

Washington, D.C.Columbus

IAD - CMH

IADCMH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/15

5:35 pm-7:06 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Columbus

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$213

Washington, D.C.Columbus

IAD - CMH

IADCMH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/19

8:15 am-9:39 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Columbus

Thu 2/19

8:00 pm-9:18 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$213

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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 Columbus in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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.-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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.-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 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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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport (average of $131). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $221). 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 December 18, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday 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.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Newark (EWR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Orlando (MCO) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $137.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 48m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 19m.

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 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 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, 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 December 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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

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 Airport?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Delta fly from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport in about 1h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport is about 299 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Columbus Airport, with prices starting at $177. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $177 and $197, respectively. Southwest is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $85 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $89 and American Airlines from $89 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Baltimore/Washington - Columbus or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Columbus, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Columbus is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. 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. to Columbus Airport on time: Air China (94%), Ethiopian Air (90%), ANA (87%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $98. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Columbus) can be booked for $189 on average, our data indicates $290 when flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport (average of $131). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $221). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$186Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$198Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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