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Cheapest round-trip
$117
Typical prices: $240-$431
United Airlines
Wed 11/21Fri 11/23
CVG - IAD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$45
Typical prices: $190-$319
Frontier
Sun 12/9
CVG - IAD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 37m
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 55% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $149 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Dulles Intl (CVG-IAD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cincinnati to Dulles Intl

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:00 am - 7:35 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 35mnonstop
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10:17 pm - 11:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
1h 42mnonstop
$117United Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
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10:01 am - 11:39 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 38mnonstop
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10:17 pm - 11:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
1h 42mnonstop
$117United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:00 am - 7:35 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 35mnonstop
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8:45 am - 10:29 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
1h 44mnonstop
$117United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:44 pm - 9:22 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 38mnonstop
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8:45 am - 10:29 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
1h 44mnonstop
$117United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 21
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6:00 am - 7:35 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 35mnonstop
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10:14 pm - 11:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
1h 45mnonstop
$117United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
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3:00 pm - 4:35 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 35mnonstop
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10:17 pm - 11:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
1h 42mnonstop
$117United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
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2:56 pm - 4:27 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 31mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 7:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
1h 45mnonstop
$117United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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10:01 am - 11:39 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 38mnonstop
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8:45 am - 10:29 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
1h 44mnonstop
$117United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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10:26 am - 5:38 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:35 pm - 9:11 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
10h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$120Frontier
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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9:39 am - 2:43 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:37 am - 8:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
13h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$123Frontier
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport typically range from $240 to $431. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $117, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 75% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at $273 round-trip.
•May ($399) and September ($375) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 55% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$45
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in travelers.
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Your Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:37 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:45 pm and lands at 9:22 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 37m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 1h 37m, covering 387 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from $240 to $431, with an average of $326 over the past 12 months. Anything below $240 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 27% above the $326 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $149 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $329 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $117 to $1,056. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $87, which is 68% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport usually depart from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $284 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $572, a difference of $288.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Cincinnati and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 55m, compared with 5h 36m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 16m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $284, about $288 less than Sunday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 55% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $273 round-trip in that month - typically $126 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $149 round-trip on this route - about $180 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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