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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Columbus? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £99. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.£72 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £72, select.
Columbus.£72 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £72, select.
Columbus.£99 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Mon, 27 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £99, select.
Columbus.£127 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Mon, 27 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £127, select.
Columbus.£128 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £128, select.
Columbus.£152 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £152, select.
Columbus.£157 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £157, select.
Columbus.£162 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £162, select.
Columbus.£175 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul, returning Tue, 14 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £175, select.
Columbus.£184 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £184, select.
Columbus.£184 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £184, select.
Columbus.£198 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £198, select.
Columbus.£205 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Wed, 30 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £205, select.
Columbus.£225 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £225, select.

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Direct flights from Washington D.C. to Columbus

Alternative Washington D.C. to Columbus routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Washington D.C. to Columbus? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Port Columbus

7 miles from central Columbus
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Columbus Rickenbacker

11 miles from central Columbus
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Washington D.C. to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£72
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 29 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week1,168

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Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.
The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Columbus is £72. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Columbus.
American Airlines, Republic Airways and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Columbus.
As of March 2026, there are 1,168 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Columbus is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Columbus on Tuesday, 31 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Columbus but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Columbus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. July is typically the warmest month in Columbus, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -7°C. The rainiest month is May.
The cheapest airline that flies to Columbus is Southwest Airlines .

Flying from Washington DC to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Start planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Washington DC to Columbus. Explore the options for taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), two of the city's main airports.

  • When it comes to arriving in Columbus, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is a major gateway. Another is Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).

  • The average duration of a direct Washington DC to Columbus flight is 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Washington DC and Columbus are in the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 37 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Washington DC to Columbus is with American Airlines at 22:10. Go for the first DCA to CMH departure operated by American Airlines at 06:05 to maximise your time in Columbus.

  • Leave enough time to get on your Washington DC to Columbus flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Columbus

  • £44 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Columbus. Return flights start from £72. These fares may change based on demand.

  • Book five months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Washington DC to Columbus flights.

  • The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Washington DC to Columbus is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Washington DC to Columbus by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

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Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Set out from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) on a nonstop flight from Washington DC to Columbus. From DCA, you can fly directly into John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • Lock in your Washington DC to Columbus plane tickets with American Airlines. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from DCA.

  • DCA is about 6 kms (4 miles) from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Washington DC to Columbus? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:

  • 76.44% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan National Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • You can catch a direct flight from Washington DC to Columbus leaving from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Start your trip at IAD and come in for landing at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • From IAD, you can book a direct Washington DC to Columbus plane ticket with United Airlines.

  • IAD is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Washington DC to Columbus? Check in to a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:

  • Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Columbus are accessible from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is where your plane will touch down.

  • Get on board with Southwest Airlines. It offers direct Washington DC to Columbus plane tickets from BWI.

  • BWI is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Columbus flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:

  • Flights that take off from BWI arrive at their final stop on schedule 77.13% of the time.

Arriving in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus takes about 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 10 kms (6 miles) away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Columbus, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CMH:

  • Travel at your own speed with a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and discover more of Columbus and beyond.

  • Book your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport several weeks before your departure date to secure the best deal. If you're going away during a busy period, it's wise to book your Washington DC to Columbus flight even earlier.

  • The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Once your flight from Washington DC to Columbus has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Columbus, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Columbus based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When booking your Washington DC to Columbus tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Washington DC to Columbus in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).

More about Columbus

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Columbus right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to Columbus:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are must-do's during your Columbus adventure.

Explore more of United States

  • Columbus will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 280 miles north-west of Columbus, a visit to Chicago will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider Indianapolis, about 170 miles west of Columbus. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among the biggest draws.

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