Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Port Columbus Airport (CMH): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Port Columbus Airport.
Washington DC and Columbus are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Take your pick of 28 weekly Washington Dulles Airport to Port Columbus Airport flights. The 08:15 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight available. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:20.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IAD to CMH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Columbus (and then seeing more of the United States!) is a breeze with United. This popular airline offers direct flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Port Columbus Airport.
United is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The most punctual carrier operating IAD to CMH flights is United. Its services land as scheduled 79.33% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Port Columbus Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between IAD and CMH:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Port Columbus Airport (CMH)
Right now, 60 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Port Columbus Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 113 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from IAD to CMH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Port Columbus Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from IAD to CMH.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Port Columbus Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
77% of flights departing from Washington Dulles Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Washington Dulles Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Port Columbus Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near IAD:
Arriving at Port Columbus Airport (CMH)
Consider booking a hotel close to CMH if you're catching a late Washington Dulles Airport to Port Columbus Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Port Columbus Airport rental car and discover Columbus and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Budget and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
Improve your chances of securing a great price by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Port Columbus Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Port Columbus Airport (CMH) to central Columbus
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Port Columbus Airport to the centre of Columbus has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Port Columbus Airport (CMH)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Port Columbus Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Columbus based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Port Columbus Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to CMH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Columbus, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 451 kilometres north-west to Chicago to check off its leading sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Indianapolis is another standout destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres west of Columbus. No journey is complete without a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.