Cheap Flight Deals From Columbia (CAE) to Washington (WAS) Starting at $78

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Columbia to Washington

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 9
CAE
Columbia Metropolitan
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
$381 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$381
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 7 from Columbia Metropolitan to Washington Dulles Intl., returning Mon, Oct 9, priced at $381 found 2 days ago
Sun, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 16
CAE
Columbia Metropolitan
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
$403 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$403
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Oct 8 from Columbia Metropolitan to Ronald Reagan Washington National, returning Mon, Oct 16, priced at $403 found 4 days ago
Fri, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 8
CAE
Columbia Metropolitan
BWI
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
$548 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$548
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Oct 6 from Columbia Metropolitan to Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall, returning Sun, Oct 8, priced at $548 found 10 hours ago

Airfares from $78 One Way, $156 Round Trip from Columbia to Washington

Prices starting at $156 for return flights and $78 for one-way flights to Washington were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 12
CAE
Columbia
DCA
Washington
$156 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 5 from Columbia to Washington, returning Tue, Dec 12, priced at $156 found 2 days ago
Tue, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 28
CAE
Columbia
DCA
Washington
$164 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 24 from Columbia to Washington, returning Sat, Oct 28, priced at $164 found 10 hours ago
Thu, Oct 26 - Mon, Oct 30
CAE
Columbia
IAD
Washington
$165 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Oct 26 from Columbia to Washington, returning Mon, Oct 30, priced at $165 found 17 hours ago
Tue, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 28
CAE
Columbia
DCA
Washington
$166 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$166
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 24 from Columbia to Washington, returning Sat, Oct 28, priced at $166 found 10 hours ago
Tue, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 28
CAE
Columbia
DCA
Washington
$169 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 24 from Columbia to Washington, returning Sat, Oct 28, priced at $169 found 10 hours ago

More About Flying To Washington from Columbia

Route Information for Flights from Columbia to Washington

Origin Airport IATA Code
CAE
Destination Airport IATA Code
WAS
Distance
407 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
American Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
11:34AM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
1:18AM UTC

Plan Your Trip from Columbia to Washington DC

Columbia Metropolitan Airport

Locating cheap flights from Columbia may seem like a challenge, but Orbitz.com helps travelers search a variety of domestic and international flights from the city at one time to locate discount airfares. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located seven and a half miles from downtown Columbia at 3250 Airport Boulevard, West Columbia, South Carolina, and it is serviced by four major airlines:, American Eagle, Delta, United Airlines and US Airways.

Parking at the Airport

The Columbia Metropolitan Airport offers a multilevel garage, with a maximum daily fee of $12, and a surface lot, with a maximum daily fee of $8. Shorter-term parking fees are assessed in 20-minute increments. Travelers also have the option of paying a weekly rate of $66 for parking. Shuttle services provide transportation to and from the parking areas.

Transportation to the Airport

Orbitz.com helps travelers book car rentals to travel to the airport. To avoid parking fees, travelers can drop the cars off at designated locations before boarding their flights. Nearby hotels offer free shuttle services to and from the airport. Limo and sedan rentals are available by the hour as well. Taxi services provide metered transportation, and the city bus is available at a flat rate.

Restaurants at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport

Travelers who arrive at the airport early may decide to grab a bite to eat before boarding the plane. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport offers a variety of restaurant options for breakfast, including Gleaton's Restaurant, which offers a selection of breakfast items and coffee, and Creative Croissants, which serves gourmet coffee, croissants and pastries. To see all the airport has to offer, begin by booking cheap flights from Columbia through Orbitz.com.

Washington DC Airport

Orbitz.com can help you book cheap flights to Washington DC, which is served by Dulles International Airport. Dulles is located 26 miles from Washington DC, in Chantilly, Virginia. It was the first American airport designed for commercial travel. The airport offers nonstop service to 114 destinations within the United States as well as 37 international locations. Orbitz.com can help you find deals on your air ticket.

Transportation

Dulles airport offers more than 24,000 public parking spaces, with most requiring an hourly fee for use. The airport provides an economy lot as well as valet parking. Visitors picking up passengers can utilize the cell phone waiting area. Dulles International Airport offers a variety of transportation options, including taxis, coaches and shuttles. Rental cars, Metrorail, and Metrobus are also convenient transportation options that are readily available. Taxi fare from the airport to downtown Washington DC costs around $20. A one-way Metrorail fare is $1.70, and a one-way Metrobus fare is $1.60.

Weather

Generally, the weather in Washington DC is mild compared to other East Coast cities. Winter temperatures can dip as low as 24°F, and the area occasionally gets snowstorms. Springtime is mild, with temperatures averaging 60°F. Summer months can get very hot, with average temperatures around 89°F. The fall temperatures often average 54°F.

Dulles Airport Restaurants

Many restaurants are available to passengers at the Dulles International Airport. Five Guys, Harry's Tap Room, Capital Grounds Coffee, California Tortilla, and Vino Volo Wine Room are just a sampling of the dining options. Checking Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Washington DC is your best bet for finding great deals.

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Columbia to Washington now?
If you’re wondering about quarantine and travel restrictions when catching a flight from Columbia to Washington, check out our Covid-19 Travel Advisor.
Are there non-stop flights from Columbia to Washington?
There is. United Airlines offers direct flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Dulles Intl. Airport, which makes flying from Columbia to Washington a piece of cake.
What is the shortest flight from Columbia to Washington?
It can take as little as 2 hours and 13 minutes to travel from Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) to Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National). Take a seat and enjoy the service, because you’ll be stepping off the plane in a heartbeat.
What airlines fly from Columbia to Washington most frequently?
Lock in your Columbia to Washington journey with a United Airlines flight. With 86 per month, this airline operates the most flights along this route.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to Washington?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to Washington have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to Washington with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to Washington without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.