$69 Cheap Flights from Cleveland (CLE) to Washington (DCA)

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Cheap Flights from Cleveland to Washington (CLE-DCA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $69 for one-way flights and $137 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Mon, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 12
CLE
Cleveland
DCA
Washington
$137 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Cleveland to Washington, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $137 found 8 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 6
CLE
Cleveland
DCA
Washington
$144 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Cleveland to Washington, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $144 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Thu, Aug 7
CLE
Cleveland
DCA
Washington
$147 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Cleveland to Washington, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $147 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Thu, Aug 7
CLE
Cleveland
DCA
Washington
$157 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Cleveland to Washington, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $157 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Wed, Aug 27
CLE
Cleveland
DCA
Washington
$157 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Cleveland to Washington, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $157 found 14 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 11
CLE
Cleveland
DCA
Washington
$158 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Cleveland to Washington, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $158 found 7 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
CLE
Cleveland
DCA
Washington
$162 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Cleveland to Washington, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $162 found 17 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 6
CLE
Cleveland
DCA
Washington
$177 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Cleveland to Washington, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $177 found 4 hours ago
United
Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 8
CLE
Cleveland
DCA
Washington
$204 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Cleveland to Washington, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $204 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Thu, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 18
CLE
Cleveland
DCA
Washington
$235 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$235
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Cleveland to Washington, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $235 found 14 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland (CLE) to Washington (DCA)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $137 - $399 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Washington

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall BWI. Average driving time to city center is 40 minutes. Flights from $199
BWI
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
Average driving time to city center40 min
Flights from $199
Select flight to Washington Dulles Intl. IAD. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 36 minutes. Flights from $194
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center36 min
Flights from $194
Flights from Cleveland (CLE) to Washington (DCA)
Origin airport
Hopkins Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$137
Distance
308 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 26 mins

Cleveland to Washington Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Cleveland to Washington

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Cleveland to Washington are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Cleveland to Washington with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Cleveland to Washington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Cleveland to Washington: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Cleveland to Washington

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Cleveland to Washington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $69 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Cleveland to Washington flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Cleveland to Washington airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) start from $137. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a American Airlines flight leaving CLE on July 29 2025 and touching down at DCA. The price was last updated on July 2 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CLE to DCA?
The cheapest flights from CLE to DCA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Jump on a direct flight with American Airlines and go straight from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CLE to DCA?
Jet off from CLE to DCA with American Airlines. This airline currently has the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting at $69. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CLE on September 16 2025. Prices were last updated on July 2 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Each day on average, 4 direct flights take off from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Choose the departure time that fits your schedule best.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
The 12 PM departures from CLE to DCA see the highest demand. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you're looking to save, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from CLE to DCA?
If you depart on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
What is the earliest flight from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 5:13AM UTC-5, heading out of Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE). You'll be traveling for approximately 1h 36m, coming in to land at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) at approximately 6:49AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Flights from CLE to DCA have an average travel time of 1 hour and 27 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 310 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CLE to DCA?
Consider traveling with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to go straight from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 100%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Book a flight from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Washington from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE)?
Catch a direct flight from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Washington and you'll land at one of these airports:

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
  • Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)
  • Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a flight from CLE to DCA generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute discounts, they aren't always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open to boost your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a CLE to DCA flight and hotel package?
Booking a CLE to DCA flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our impressive range of hotels and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Typically, you're able to cancel or reschedule your CLE to DCA flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you want more details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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