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Cheapest round-trip
$131
Typical prices: $223-$391
Southwest
Thu 9/10Tue 9/15
CVG - BWI • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$63
Typical prices: $230-$309
Frontier
Mon 8/24
CVG - IAD • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. (CVG-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.

Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 15
Southwest Logo
2:10 pm - 3:40 pm
CVG
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BWI
1h 30mnonstop
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12:10 pm - 1:40 pm
BWI
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CVG
1h 30mnonstop
$131Southwest
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Sep 2
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 7:10 am
CVG
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BWI
1h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
12:10 pm - 1:40 pm
BWI
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CVG
1h 30mnonstop
$131Southwest
Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 2
Frontier Logo
12:26 pm - 5:43 pm
CVG
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BWI
5h 17m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:28 pm - 11:21 am
BWI
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CVG
16h 53m
1 stop
$136Frontier
Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Aug 30
Frontier Logo
12:26 pm - 5:43 pm
CVG
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BWI
5h 17m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:32 pm - 11:21 am
BWI
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CVG
13h 49m
1 stop
$138Frontier
Tue, Aug 18 - Sat, Aug 22
Delta Logo
4:10 pm - 9:28 pm
CVG
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BWI
5h 18m
1 stop
Delta Logo
11:03 am - 3:13 pm
BWI
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CVG
4h 10m
1 stop
$157Delta
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
Delta Logo
8:05 am - 1:05 pm
CVG
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BWI
5h 00m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:16 am
BWI
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CVG
5h 16m
1 stop
$157Delta
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
7:51 am - 1:05 pm
CVG
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BWI
5h 14m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:39 am - 12:32 pm
BWI
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CVG
4h 53m
1 stop
$159American Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 29
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5:53 am - 9:44 am
CVG
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BWI
3h 51m
1 stop
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6:16 pm - 11:37 pm
BWI
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CVG
5h 21m
1 stop
$159American Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2
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2:01 pm - 1:00 pm
CVG
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BWI
22h 59m
1 stop
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6:00 am - 11:38 am
BWI
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CVG
5h 38m
1 stop
$187Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:23 pm - 11:20 am
CVG
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IAD
13h 57m
2 stops
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8:39 pm - 11:21 am
IAD
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CVG
14h 42m
1 stop
$203Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. departing in August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Washington, D.C. from Cincinnati usually cost between $192 and $335 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $131 on Southwest (Aug 20-Aug 22).

What is the cheapest Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The absolute cheapest return flight from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. costs $139 on the route between Cincinnati (CVG) and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA). However, over the past month, flights between Cincinnati (CVG) and Baltimore (BWI) were, on average, 22% cheaper than other Cincinnati-Washington, D.C. routes. The most popular route is between Cincinnati (CVG) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C., you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Tuesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Cincinnati, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Mondays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. is November, where tickets cost $245 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $339 and $332 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $300, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C., you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.

 
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February

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$63
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
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When to book flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.

  • Should I pay for seat selection when booking a flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to Washington, DC?

    If you do not specify your seat when booking, airlines like Frontier will assign you any seat, especially near the back or a middle seat. It is worth paying an extra seat selection fee to avoid being separated from your friends or loved ones. Gate agents will try to keep you together, but we recommend choosing seats earlier.

  • Which airline has a transparent checked bag policy?

    If you have extra baggage on your trip from CVG to Washington, DC, book a flight with an airline that indicates checked bag fees on their website. A good example is American Airlines; they are very transparent about baggage policy and charge a flat rate for each checked bag. Passengers with elite status (AAdvantage Gold) can bring one free checked bag on board.

  • Which airline offers a more pet-friendly experience?

    When traveling with a cat or dog, you want to travel with an airline that charges a flat rate without additional charges at a stopover. American Airlines allows two pets per passenger at a flat rate, unlike United, which sets an extra amount for the second pet and another fee for any stopover lasting more than four hours.

  • Which airline has special perks for families and groups?

    Choose Frontier and add a maximum of eight people to your family pool. Take advantage of their exclusive offers where your kids under 15 can fly for free for each adult fare. You will share bags and pay less for checked baggage as a family. The bigger the family size, the more savings you can expect.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. was $63 for a one-way ticket and $131 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Cincinnati and Washington, D.C.?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

    On your way to Washington, D.C., you’ll fly out from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky. You’ll be landing in one of Washington, D.C.’s 2 airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

    Delta, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Cincinnati and Washington, D.C., with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

    There are nonstop flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C., Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C. are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $195 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $273 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from Cincinnati is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Cincinnati with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from Cincinnati up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $272 or less one-way and $297 or less round-trip.
  • International travelers flying from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Washington, D.C, should consider flights landing at Dulles International Airport (IAD). You’ll find more direct flights from IAD to international destinations. A stronghold for United Airlines, Dulles Airport is frequently used by carriers with whom United has codeshare agreements, mostly members of Star Alliance: Air Canada, Lufthansa, Air New Zealand, Turkish Airlines, etc.
  • If you want to make a quick trip to Downtown DC, choose a flight landing at the nearest airport destination. Ronald Reagan/Washington National Airport (DCA) is situated about 4 miles from the city center compared to Dulles Airport (IAD), which is approximately 27 miles away. Under favorable traffic conditions, the White House is reachable from DCA in about 15 minutes. A Metro rail stop within the airport can connect you to D.C.’s government offices and tourist areas.
  • When departing from Cincinnati Airport (CVG) and landing at Baltimore-Washington Intl Airport (BWI), your flight with Delta Airlines is likely to connect through John F. Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK), Detroit Metro Airport (DTW), or Atlanta Airport (ATL). Whereas flights with Frontier Airlines and American Airlines connect via Denver Intl Airport (DEN) and Douglas Airport (CLT), respectively.
  • While on a budget and wishing to travel in premium seats, choose Frontier Airlines, which offers upgraded economy seats known as Stretch Seats. They come at a reasonable fee to provide additional legroom on the first few rows. Stretch seating by Frontier gives you an extra 5-7 inches of pitch, larger tray tables, and a recline.
  • Frequent travelers using the CVG-DCA route should consider flagship lounge access by American Airlines. With loyalty points, you can reach elite levels like the ConciergeKey, a VIP club that gives you free access to Admirals Club lounges with dedicated customer service. Unwind in the Escape Lounge at CVG (on Concourse B, next to Gate B21) before taking off by choosing to fly with Delta Airlines (Delta SkyMiles membership).

Prefer to fly direct from Cincinnati to Washington, D.C.?

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

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Wednesday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Direct returns

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

Monday

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

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