Washington, D.C.

$55+ Cheap flights from Cleveland (CLE) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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CLE — WAS
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in August or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.

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Round-trip from

$115
(Priceline)

One-way from

$55
(Priceline)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$219

Good round-trip deal

$239 or less

Good one-way deal

$151 or less
From Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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Cheapest flights from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/226:00 amCLE - BWI
1 stop9h 27mFrontier
Sun 8/2411:12 amBWI - CLE
1 stop7h 37mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$115
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/74:25 pmCLE - BWI
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Mon 8/119:50 pmBWI - CLE
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$137
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/512:16 pmCLE - BWI
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/126:54 pmBWI - CLE
1 stop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$159
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/246:05 amCLE - IAD
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/2710:35 pmIAD - CLE
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Fri 7/255:30 amCLE - DCA
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/282:59 pmDCA - CLE
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$189
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Thu 7/317:10 amCLE - IAD
1 stop10h 06mFrontier
Sun 8/36:06 pmIAD - CLE
1 stop6h 08mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$190
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/317:47 pmCLE - BWI
1 stop12h 57mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/79:39 amBWI - CLE
1 stop9h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$192
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Fri 9/57:00 amCLE - IAD
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Tue 9/912:13 pmIAD - CLE
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 7/3$193
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Wed 8/201:00 pmCLE - DCA
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Sun 8/246:05 amDCA - CLE
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Deal found 7/1$193
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Thu 8/215:30 amCLE - BWI
2 stops6h 58mDelta
Sun 8/246:00 amBWI - CLE
1 stop3h 16mDelta
Deal found 7/1$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/168:05 amCLE - DCA
1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/239:05 amDCA - CLE
1 stop3h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/304:00 pmCLE - DCA
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Wed 9/311:35 amDCA - CLE
2 stops11h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$227

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cleveland to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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ClevelandBaltimore

CLE - BWI

CLEBWI

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Fri 8/22

6:00 am-3:27 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/24

11:12 am-6:49 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$115

ClevelandBaltimore

CLE - BWI

CLEBWI

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 8/7

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/11

9:50 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$137

ClevelandBaltimore

CLE - BWI

CLEBWI

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Tue 8/5

12:16 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 8/12

6:54 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$159

ClevelandWashington, D.C.

CLE - IAD

CLEIAD

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 7/24

6:05 am-7:19 am

Nonstop1h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/27

10:35 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$189

ClevelandWashington, D.C.

CLE - DCA

CLEDCA

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Fri 7/25

5:30 am-6:56 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/28

2:59 pm-4:36 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$189

ClevelandWashington, D.C.

CLE - IAD

CLEIAD

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 7/31

7:10 am-5:16 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/3

6:06 pm-12:14 am

1 stop6h 08m

$190

ClevelandBaltimore

CLE - BWI

CLEBWI

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 7/31

7:47 pm-8:44 am

1 stop12h 57m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 8/7

9:39 am-6:52 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$192

ClevelandWashington, D.C.

CLE - IAD

CLEIAD

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Fri 9/5

7:00 am-12:02 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/9

12:13 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$193

ClevelandWashington, D.C.

CLE - DCA

CLEDCA

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Wed 8/20

1:00 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/24

6:05 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 43m

$193

ClevelandBaltimore

CLE - BWI

CLEBWI

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 8/21

5:30 am-12:28 pm

2 stops6h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-9:16 am

1 stop3h 16m

$197

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Airlines
Lufthansa

Lufthansa's Economy Flex offers preferred seating and same-day flight changes, adding value for a small extra cost.


Lufthansa's Miles & More program lacks bank point transfers, limiting options for building up points.

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United Airlines

United's Basic Economy restricts carry-ons; only personal items allowed unless exceptions apply.


United's MileagePlus allows pooling miles, helping members gather enough for tickets or upgrades.

Airports
CLE

For a quick check-in, use the main terminal at CLE, then proceed to your concourse for gate access.

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IAD

Use the Silver line Metro for a cost-effective ride from IAD to D.C. in under 40 minutes.

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Expert on IAD and CLE

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Cleveland with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cleveland to Washington, D.C. is 88 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 Cleveland to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cleveland to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Cleveland to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 CLE to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% on flights from Cleveland to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.. 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from CLE to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.. 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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 10.1 mi from the city center, Cleveland Hopkins Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Cleveland. Booking flights from Hopkins Intl (CLE) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 14 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 5 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Cleveland to Washington, D.C. is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $115 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $137 and $159 round-trip. Frontier is currently priced 56% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $55. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Cleveland to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Cleveland to Washington, D.C. on time: Avianca (98%), ANA (95%), Ethiopian Air (95%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $1,361, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $161. The most popular route (Cleveland Hopkins Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $137.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cleveland to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cleveland to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cleveland to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cleveland to Washington, D.C. 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 Cleveland to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cleveland to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Cleveland to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 5 airlines flying from Cleveland to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$71Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$223Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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