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Columbus.ج.م.‏ 2,697 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,697, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 4,365 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,365, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 4,430 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,430, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 5,874 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 5,874, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 8,276 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 27 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 8,276, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 8,402 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 8,402, select.
Columbus.ج.م.‏ 10,369 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 27 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,369, select.

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Washington D.C. to Columbus: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 2,697
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 31 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week96

Finding cheap flights from Washington Ronald Reagan 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 Ronald Reagan to Columbus is ج.م.‏ 5,402. 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 31 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Ronald Reagan to Columbus.
American Airlines, PSA Airlines and Republic Airways fly direct from Washington Ronald Reagan to Columbus.
As of June 2025, there are 96 flights per week flying from Washington Ronald Reagan to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Ronald Reagan to Columbus is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 10.8 km away from the centre of Columbus. We've found flights into this airport from ج.م.‏ 5,402.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Columbus on Thursday, 21 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 31 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 21°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.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Flying from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 20 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Columbus.

  • Washington DC (the location of Ronald Reagan National Airport) and Columbus follow the same timezone — UTC-4.

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most popular route, with 37 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from DCA to CMH is with American Airlines at 22:10. Opt for the first departure operated by American Airlines at 06:05 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your DCA to Columbus flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Ronald Reagan National Airport to Columbus ticket. Begin your trip at DCA and touch down at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • American Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Columbus.

  • The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Columbus? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to DCA:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, data shows 76.44% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Columbus

  • ج.م.‏ 2,697 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Columbus flight. A return flight ticket starts from ج.م.‏ 5,402. These prices can change depending on availability.

  • Book four months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DCA to Columbus.

  • Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Ronald Reagan National Airport to Columbus tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from DCA to Columbus is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Columbus with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Columbus. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:

  • Pick up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car and discover Columbus and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Budget and Avis are top providers to choose from here.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from DCA to Columbus. Prices generally rise closer to your departure date.

  • CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • After your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Columbus has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 26 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so.

  • Unpack your bag and relax not long after your DCA to Columbus flight at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from LCK.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Columbus. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Columbus in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.

  • When booking your Ronald Reagan National Airport to Columbus flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DCA to Columbus in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 6ºC.

More about Columbus

  • Once you've booked your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Columbus, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Columbus:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are highlights which should be on any well-planned Columbus itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Columbus, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 451 kilometres north-west to Chicago to tick off its top attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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