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$89+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 12/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DCA
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National are usually found in July or June, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Reagan-National

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$175
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$89
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$298

Good round-trip deal

$240 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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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 September 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/113:09 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/1310:11 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$175
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/2710:29 amCMH - DCA
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Thu 12/46:06 amDCA - CMH
1 stop3h 43mDelta
Deal found 9/15$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/204:08 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop3h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/228:29 amDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$178
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:00 amCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/1610:07 amDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$187
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:00 amCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/147:59 pmDCA - CMH
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/63:54 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/710:00 amDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$197
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/207:04 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop21h 55mFrontier
Thu 10/237:00 amDCA - CMH
1 stop11h 09mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:35 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Thu 10/231:35 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$215
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:35 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Wed 10/229:05 amDCA - CMH
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$225
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/66:15 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Fri 11/71:40 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$226
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:30 amCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/268:20 amDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$227

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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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport 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

Tue 3/10

8:00 am-1:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-9:47 am

1 stop3h 47m

$177

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 11/27

10:29 am-4:35 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/4

6:06 am-9:49 am

1 stop3h 43m

$177

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 12/4

5:50 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 12/6

8:25 am-2:55 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$225

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 11/27

8:35 am-2:35 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/4

7:55 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$225

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 10/23

6:35 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/25

6:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$225

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Wed 10/8

5:15 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/9

1:35 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$225

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 11/13

6:15 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/13

1:40 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$225

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 10/23

6:35 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/24

1:35 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$226

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 11/6

6:15 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/7

1:40 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$226

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 11/13

6:25 am-12:50 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/17

7:55 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$230

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport 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 September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is 69 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 Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 September 17, 2025.

When flying from Columbus Airport 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 at noon, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport 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 September 14, 2025.

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

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 September 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest and American Airlines from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $225, Delta can have you in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from Columbus Airport in 1h 15m. The distance from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is about 322 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 Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $179 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $179. Southwest is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from Columbus Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Envoy Air (94%), Alaska Airlines (85%), Southwest( 74%).

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

    While on average a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is generally $354, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $93. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), you can expect to pay $177 for that flight.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 Columbus to Reagan-National

Discover the top 2 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$179Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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