Travelling from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Columbus.
Flights from CMH to IAD start at 06:00 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 19:55 with United Airlines. In total, there are 40 weekly John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights.
Your CMH to IAD flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
United Airlines is your gateway to discovering Washington DC (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating CMH to IAD flights is United Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 73.55% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CMH and IAD include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Nashville International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is £58. A return ticket is currently £122. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from CMH to IAD by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CMH to IAD.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
When it comes to the on-time performance of John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 79.5% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach John Glenn Columbus International Airport from central Columbus, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to CMH:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Washington DC and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Washington Dulles International Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport to the centre of Washington DC has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 35 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Washington DC during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMH to IAD in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Washington DC, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel around 200 miles north-east to New York to tick off its leading attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Philadelphia is another standout destination in United States and is around 120 miles north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without experiencing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
