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$64+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — WAS
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 Columbus to Washington, D.C.. 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 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/2512:00 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Tue 1/66:00 amDCA - CMH
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/16$220
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/315:50 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Fri 1/307:25 amDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$232
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:45 pmCMH - IAD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/255:25 pmIAD - CMH
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$249
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 12/317:45 pmCMH - IAD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/612:45 pmIAD - CMH
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$260
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.
Thu 12/255:51 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Mon 1/58:35 pmDCA - CMH
1 stop13h 48mDelta
Deal found 12/16$272
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/289:13 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop10h 09mFrontier
Mon 1/511:55 amBWI - CMH
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$282
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/315:50 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Sun 1/41:45 pmDCA - CMH
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$285
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 12/247:45 pmCMH - IAD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:15 amIAD - CMH
Nonstop1h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$285
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.
Thu 12/2512:00 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Sat 1/310:10 amDCA - CMH
1 stop11h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/16$287
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:13 pmCMH - BWI
1 stop11h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/78:00 amBWI - CMH
1 stop15h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$290
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/315:50 pmCMH - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Sat 1/311:40 amDCA - CMH
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$300
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.
Thu 12/2512:00 pmCMH - DCA
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Wed 12/315:35 pmDCA - CMH
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/16$305

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 December 18, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$154
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$64
(Travelocity)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$329

Good round-trip deal

$275 or less

Good one-way deal

$157 or less
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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport 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 1/23

12:03 pm-12:36 am

1 stop12h 33m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/25

5:47 pm-10:47 am

2 stops17h 00m

$198

ColumbusBaltimore

CMH - BWI

CMHBWI

Columbus

Thu 1/8

10:40 am-11:44 pm

1 stop13h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/11

5:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop16h 15m

$199

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Tue 1/13

12:15 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/20

7:25 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$210

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Tue 2/3

5:36 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/7

1:00 pm-2:37 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$211

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Tue 1/20

5:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/22

11:15 am-3:50 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$211

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Sat 2/7

12:19 pm-1:44 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/10

4:59 pm-6:39 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$211

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - IAD

CMHIAD

Columbus

Sat 1/31

8:00 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/2

5:35 pm-7:06 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$212

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Wed 2/4

6:00 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/9

7:36 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$212

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-9:40 am

1 stop16h 15m

$218

ColumbusWashington, D.C.

CMH - DCA

CMHDCA

Columbus

Thu 1/1

6:30 am-11:37 am

1 stop5h 07m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/7

8:50 am-1:28 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$220

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Washington, D.C. in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Columbus Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Columbus Airport-Washington, D.C. 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 Columbus to Washington, D.C.

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

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

The best time to book flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. is 47 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.?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $77). Flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $206). 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 December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus Airport 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 morning could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport 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 December 13, 2025.

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

The best insider tips for Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

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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 December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

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 Columbus to Washington, D.C.. 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 Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Airlines like Frontier, Southwest, and American Airlines fly from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. in about 1h 24m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 09m. There are 322 mi between Columbus Airport and Washington, D.C.. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    American Airlines, at $179, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and United Airlines. American Airlines is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. are American Airlines ($70), United Airlines ($93), and Delta ($108).

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

    When deciding which route to take from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. consider Columbus - Baltimore/Washington, Columbus - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Columbus - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider Mesa Airlines (92%), Ethiopian Air (89%) or ANA (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C..

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $136. While the most popular route (Columbus - Baltimore/Washington) can be booked for $154 on average, our data indicates $938 when flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • 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 Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $77). Flying from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $206). 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 Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$179Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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