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$63+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — WAS
Dec 20 — Dec 271
Sat 12/20
Sat 12/27
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1212:56 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Mon 12/155:40 amBWI - CMH
1 stop6h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/812:36 pmCMH - BWI
2 stops11h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1011:16 amBWI - CMH
1 stop8h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$213
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/105:50 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Thu 12/112:45 pmDCA - CMH
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$216
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/106:20 amCMH - IAD
1 stop4h 06mDelta
Wed 1/146:00 amIAD - CMH
1 stop3h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/19$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/255:50 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Mon 1/52:55 pmDCA - CMH
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$218
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/58:33 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop13h 02mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/97:06 pmBWI - CMH
2 stops24h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Fri 11/216:15 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Mon 11/241:40 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/17$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/512:56 pmCMH - IAD
1 stop10h 09mFrontier
Sun 12/75:26 pmIAD - CMH
1 stop18h 15mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$221
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/203:50 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Tue 12/2311:35 amDCA - CMH
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/106:20 amCMH - IAD
1 stop4h 06mDelta
Sat 1/106:00 amIAD - CMH
1 stop3h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/19$224
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/115:50 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Sat 12/136:55 amDCA - CMH
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/128:33 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop13h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/148:13 amBWI - CMH
1 stop10h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$226

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 November 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$131
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$63
(Trip.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$381
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. 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 November 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Fri 2/27

7:03 pm-12:24 am

1 stop5h 21m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/1

6:42 pm-10:33 am

1 stop15h 51m

$190

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Fri 1/9

12:03 pm-12:29 am

1 stop12h 26m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/11

5:25 pm-10:48 am

2 stops17h 23m

$194

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Fri 12/5

8:33 pm-9:35 am

1 stop13h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 12/7

10:40 am-7:38 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$198

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Thu 1/22

5:33 am-11:17 am

1 stop5h 44m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/26

6:20 am-10:13 pm

1 stop15h 53m

$211

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Tue 12/16

5:50 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/18

10:45 am-4:50 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$216

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 12/25

5:50 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/5

2:55 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$218

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Mon 12/15

5:50 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/16

11:40 am-9:10 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$221

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-7:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/15

12:45 pm-2:17 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$223

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Sat 12/20

3:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/23

11:35 am-4:05 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$224

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Fri 1/16

5:33 am-11:17 am

1 stop5h 44m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 1/20

12:12 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$225

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on November 14, 2025.

Booking 47 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. 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.?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. (average of $77). Flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 November 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus 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 November 20, 2025.

The most flights from C01 to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 November 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
4,251 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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 to Washington, D.C.?

    Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Southwest can get you from Columbus to Washington, D.C. in just under 1h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 47m. There are 322 mi between Columbus and Washington, D.C.. 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 to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $179. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $179 and $192, respectively. Users have found that Southwest is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $89 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $101 and Southwest from $106 one-way.

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

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. consider choosing Ethiopian Air (95%), ANA (95%) or Air China (94%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. is generally $1,348, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $115. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $199 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C.?

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Washington, D.C. (average of $77). Flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 Columbus to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. 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 November 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$179Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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