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$70+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Reagan-National (DCA)

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.
CMH — DCA
Mar 4 — Mar 111
Wed 3/4
Wed 3/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Reagan-National

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Reagan-National
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Reagan-National. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 2, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 4/255:35 pm
CMH
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Mon 4/2711:40 am
DCA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31$192
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 6/1712:29 pm
CMH
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Sat 6/277:29 am
DCA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sat 2/283:27 pm
CMH
-
DCA
1 stop4h 17m
American Airlines
Sat 3/77:45 pm
DCA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/31$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sat 3/72:29 pm
CMH
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Mon 3/97:41 pm
DCA
-
CMH
1 stop4h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$211
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 4/307:05 pm
CMH
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 34m
American Airlines
Mon 5/410:00 am
DCA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Mon 4/137:05 pm
CMH
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 34m
American Airlines
Wed 4/1512:53 pm
DCA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/31$215
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/74:50 pm
CMH
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Mon 3/92:55 pm
DCA
-
CMH
2 stops7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 2/2812:50 pm
CMH
-
DCA
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Sat 3/78:00 am
DCA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31$224
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Mon 4/133:30 pm
CMH
-
DCA
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Tue 4/1412:00 pm
DCA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31$225

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Reagan-National (DCA). 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 February 2, 2026.

Round-trip from

$192
(Southwest)

One-way from

$70
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$247
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Reagan-National 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 February 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Reagan-National

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 4/30

9:35 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/4

7:45 pm-9:22 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$214

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 4/9

2:30 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/13

11:40 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$215

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Sat 4/25

7:35 am-5:35 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/27

2:45 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops6h 15m

$222

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Mon 4/13

3:30 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/15

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$225

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Tue 4/14

2:00 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/15

12:40 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$225

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Sat 2/28

6:30 am-4:20 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/7

3:45 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$234

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Mon 4/13

6:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/14

6:00 am-11:57 am

1 stop5h 57m

$235

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Mon 3/16

6:38 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/19

7:30 am-9:04 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$235

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Sat 2/28

6:30 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$70

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Sat 4/25

5:35 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$85

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Reagan-National. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $143). Flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $202). 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 CMH to DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Reagan-National. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 2, 2026.

When flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Reagan-National. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Reagan-National. 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 February 2, 2026.

The most flights from C01 to DCA are scheduled on a Friday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Reagan-National

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reagan-National. 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 Reagan-National. Reviews last updated February 2, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest and American Airlines from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,271 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,271 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,271 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,212 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,271 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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 Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    For as low as $215, American Airlines can have you in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from Columbus in 1h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 322 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($173), and Southwest ($179) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from Columbus, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Envoy Air (77%), Alaska Airlines (75%), American Airlines( 51%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $86. While the most popular route (Columbus - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) can be booked for $192 on average, our data indicates $266 when flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Reagan-National 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 Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $143). Flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $202). 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 3 airlines flying from Columbus to Reagan-National

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Reagan-National. 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 February 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$173Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$179Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$185Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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