Travelling from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Columbus: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Columbus.
Washington DC (the location of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport) and Columbus follow the same timezone — UTC-5.
With 39 weekly flights between the two airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:05. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from DCA to CMH is with American Airlines at 22:10.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your DCA to Columbus flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Start your trip at DCA and travel straight to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Columbus tickets.
American Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Columbus.
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Columbus? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to DCA:
71% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Columbus
₹ 6,444 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Columbus flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ₹ 13,050. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book three months before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DCA to Columbus.
The best month for scoring cheap Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Columbus tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Columbus, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CMH:
Increase the odds of securing the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from DCA to Columbus is a smart move.
The street address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Once your flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Columbus has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 23 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Settle in and unpack not long after your DCA to Columbus flight at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from LCK.
Best time to go to Columbus
July is the most popular month for flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Columbus. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Columbus in December.
Before booking a Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Columbus plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DCA to Columbus in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 6ºC.
More about Columbus
After booking your flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Columbus, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Columbus:
Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Columbus to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ohio Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Columbus, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 451 kilometres northwest to Chicago to tick off its popular sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
