CMH - DCA

$79 Find Cheap Flights from Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Columbus to Reagan-National departing on 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Columbus to Washington, D.C., as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$209
Overall average: $311
Delta
Sat 1/17Tue 1/20
CMH - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$211
Typical prices: $256-$509
Southwest
Tue 1/6Wed 1/7
CMH - DCA • Non-stop
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American Airlines' Basic Economy is carry-on only.
Southwest offers two free checked bags for extra luggage.
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Cheapest • from $209 (round-trip)
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Best reviews • 7.9 score
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Reagan-National (CMH-DCA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Columbus to Reagan-National 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Reagan-National

Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
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2:16 pm - 6:42 pm
CMH
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DCA
4h 26m1 stop
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9:54 am - 1:28 pm
DCA
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CMH
3h 34m1 stop
$209Delta
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
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12:15 pm - 6:20 pm
CMH
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DCA
6h 05m1 stop
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7:25 am - 8:55 am
DCA
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CMH
1h 30mnonstop
$210Southwest
Tue, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 7
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5:45 pm - 7:00 pm
CMH
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DCA
1h 15mnonstop
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7:25 am - 8:55 am
DCA
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CMH
1h 30mnonstop
$211Southwest
Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 19
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10:05 am - 3:55 pm
CMH
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DCA
5h 50m1 stop
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1:40 pm - 3:05 pm
DCA
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CMH
1h 25mnonstop
$212Southwest
Wed, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 9
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12:19 pm - 1:44 pm
CMH
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DCA
1h 25mnonstop
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7:36 am - 9:15 am
DCA
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CMH
1h 39mnonstop
$213American Airlines
Tue, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 10
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3:13 pm - 4:40 pm
CMH
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DCA
1h 27mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 11:49 am
DCA
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CMH
1h 39mnonstop
$215American Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18
Southwest Logo
8:20 am - 2:55 pm
CMH
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DCA
6h 35m2 stops
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7:25 am - 8:55 am
DCA
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CMH
1h 30mnonstop
$216Southwest
Thu, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 7
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5:51 pm - 10:50 pm
CMH
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DCA
4h 59m1 stop
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6:00 am - 10:23 am
DCA
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CMH
4h 23m1 stop
$220Delta
Tue, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 7
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6:55 am - 12:15 pm
CMH
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DCA
5h 20m1 stop
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7:25 am - 8:55 am
DCA
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CMH
1h 30mnonstop
$221Southwest
Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Feb 2
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7:00 am - 1:20 pm
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DCA
6h 20m1 stop
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7:25 am - 8:55 am
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CMH
1h 30mnonstop
$222Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Columbus to Reagan-National flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Columbus to Reagan-National to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport?

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Reagan Washington National Airport on a Thursday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Columbus, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, 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 Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is July, where tickets cost $245 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $356 and $333 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, 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 Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 59% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Columbus to Reagan-National

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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American Airlines

Basic Economy offers carry-on only travel with late boarding, ideal for budget-conscious travelers.


Download the American Airlines app for inflight entertainment access on your device.

Southwest

Southwest offers free carry-on and personal item, but checked bags now incur fees.


Southwest's cancellation policy allows changes up to 10 minutes before departure for a refund or credit.

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Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$79
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 25% increase in price.
Flight from Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport

When to book flights from Columbus to Reagan-National

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Reagan-National 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 Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport was $79 for a one-way ticket and $209 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Columbus and Reagan Washington National Airport?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Columbus and Reagan Washington National Airport.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C., Southwest or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Columbus to Washington, D.C. are Southwest and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $288 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $281 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    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 Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Reagan Washington National Airport from Columbus 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 Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    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 Reagan Washington National Airport with an airline and back to Columbus with another airline. Booking your flights between Columbus and DCA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    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 Reagan Washington National Airport from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $157 or less one-way and $275 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Columbus to Reagan Washington National Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.
Find which airlines fly direct from Columbus Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Columbus to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

Friday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Columbus

Monday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

Friday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines, Southwest

American Airlines, Southwest

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Columbus to Reagan-National

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Columbus to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Columbus to Reagan-National? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4250 reviews
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
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They sent a notice that they were boarding an hour early. We had to leave the club and run to the gate. They said sorry, that came from corporate and was a mistake. They did not have enough seating because the flight before it had not taken off on time. They moved our gate and delayed it for an hour.

2.0 MediocreRobert, Dec 2025
LAS - TPA
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They sent a notice that they were boarding an hour early. We had to leave the club and run to the gate. They said sorry, that came from corporate and was a mistake. They did not have enough seating because the flight before it had not taken off on time. They moved our gate and delayed it for an hour.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

Airline travel is always too cramped to really be pleasant, but the cabin crew on this flight did a pretty good job of making up for it by putting on some music during boarding and sprinkling a few funny remarks into the safety briefing and announcements, and just generally being friendly and helpful. It definitely reminded me of why I prefer the in-flight experience on Southwest!

No delays and arrived to destination 30 min early. Staff was super friendly.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

It was rough. The staff was unprofessional, the choice of on board drinks terrible, it was cramped in space at every airport, they always ran out of overhead bin space so they pressured people to check bags for free or we couldn’t leave on the plane— so I did check my bag to help, and they nearly lost my bag. My bag did not arrive on the luggage belt, another man on my flight and I had to waste our time going to the baggage office to search for our bags. I would only fly southwest again if it was my last choice. Also, my flights were consistently delayed over and over again— at one point they straight up told us we were waiting for the pilot to arrive.

Crew could have been friendlier, maybe I'm spoiled by SW crews. In flight wifi was good. Would be nice to have more food offerings on a 4 plus hour flight

Had to get off plane from prior flight even though I had to reboard same plane to continue to my final destination.

I got sick nothing contagious but distressing enough and the care I received on the flight was astounding.

Horrible. Both legs of my flight were delayed more than 6 hours. No compensation, no screens on the plane, and the plane was not clean.

Any flight to ORD after about 2pm this summer has been challenging. Flight was delayed getting in (coming from ORD) and that led to it not leaving before a ground stop due to lightening before they could fuel the plane, and so forth. They made up some time but we were still late in arriving at ORD, and that led to missed connections.

Couldn’t get the door on the plane to close leading to a nearly 2 hour delay. But, hey at least they didn’t cancel the flight.

After we'd boarded , they canceled the flight. The crew didn't even know , we just all received text messages. Then after they deplaned us , AA was just like "too bad, go F your self, we sure ain't gonna help you"

Initial flight was cancelled at the time of arrival to the airport, flight alternative requires switching from direct to flight with a layover, and the plane felt like it would split apart, it was so rattle-y.

The flight was fine and the crew awesome. The problem is ORD and AA. Computers went down, ORD fell apart and a 40 min flight turned into a 3 hour trip. Guess the answer is to not try and fly to ORD after noon. But, as I said, crew was awesome and did everything they could to lesson the flight time.

Weather delay for 2.5 hours followed by half hour crew delay, did not have ginger ale, uncomfortable seats

It was nobody’s fault - but the plane came 4-hrs late and we were updated randomly in 20-30 mins increments which left us hostage to sit and wait expectantly. It was very long and got very late. Our plane didn’t land until nearly 1 am! Also the toilet wasn’t working. The hosts were nice enough but were clearly “about to pass out” as one told me. Lastly, there was no snack or even time for it. Just a bad experience overall.

The boarding crew was incredibly helpful getting me on an earlier flight

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