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Washington D.C..£149 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jan, returning Sun, 18 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £149, select.
Washington D.C..£151 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan, returning Sun, 18 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £151, select.
Washington D.C..£157 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jan, returning Tue, 3 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £157, select.
Washington D.C..£157 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £157, select.
Washington D.C..£166 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb, returning Thu, 12 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £166, select.
Washington D.C..£180 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec, returning Sun, 4 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £180, select.
Washington D.C..£183 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £183, select.
Washington D.C..£190 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £190, select.
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Cheapest deal£149
Cheapest monthJanuary
Average flight duration1 hour and 25 minutes
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines

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Columbus to Washington Ronald Reagan: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Columbus to Washington D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Washington Ronald Reagan.

Finding cheap flights from Columbus to Washington Ronald Reagan: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Columbus to Washington Ronald Reagan is £149. 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 25 minutes is the average flight time from Columbus to Washington Ronald Reagan.
American Airlines, Republic Airways and PSA Airlines fly direct from Columbus to Washington Ronald Reagan.
As of December 2025, there are 145 flights per week flying from Columbus to Washington Ronald Reagan.
The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Washington Ronald Reagan is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport on Saturday, 17 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 25 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 Washington Ronald Reagan 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 Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Washington Ronald Reagan is Southwest Airlines .

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

  • Your adventure gets underway at one of Columbus's main airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Explore the options for booking a flight from Columbus to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) taking off from either of these.

  • Book a direct Columbus to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport is located in Washington DC. The city's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Columbus.

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is the most popular route. There are 37 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with American Airlines at 8:14pm. Opt for the first CMH to DCA departure operated by American Airlines at 5:17am if you're aiming for an earlier start.

  • Your flight from Columbus to DCA won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Columbus to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) can be booked from this terminal.

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

  • The airline most travellers choose when flying between CMH and DCA is American Airlines.

  • Southwest Airlines sets the standard for punctuality. A reliable 85.96% of its services on this route arrive as planned.

  • Located around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Columbus, CMH can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel near John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Columbus to Ronald Reagan National Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:

  • 79.5% of flights taking off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • You can arrive at LCK from the centre of Columbus in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 26 kms (16 miles) or so.

  • You're off on holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel close to Rickenbacker International Airport? Before your Columbus to DCA flight, check yourself in to Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East.

  • 66.14% of flights out of Rickenbacker International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

About Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC

  • Central Washington DC is about 4 miles from Ronald Reagan National Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.

  • Travelling on public transport takes around 45 minutes.

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

  • £79 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Ronald Reagan National Airport. A return flight starts at £149. These fares may change based on availability.

  • To score cheap flights from Columbus to DCA, book your plane ticket one month before your departure date.

  • The best month for finding cheap Columbus to Ronald Reagan National Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Never miss a deal on plane tickets from Columbus to DCA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Save money on your flight from Columbus to Ronald Reagan National Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Columbus to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Columbus to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Visit Washington DC in May if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Columbus to DCA plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Columbus to Ronald Reagan National Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Washington DC

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done Washington DC, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 209 kms (130 miles) north-east to Philadelphia to tick off its must-visit sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you want to check out another side of the United States, consider Virginia Beach, about 241 kms (150 miles) south-east of Washington DC. Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach are key reasons to visit.

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