$70 Cheap Flights from Cincinnati (CVG) to Washington (DCA)

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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Washington (CVG-DCA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $70 for one-way flights and $137 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Wed, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 25
CVG
Cincinnati
DCA
Washington
$137 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Cincinnati to Washington, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $137 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 11
CVG
Cincinnati
DCA
Washington
$139 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Cincinnati to Washington, returning Mon, Aug 11, priced at $139 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 11
CVG
Cincinnati
DCA
Washington
$143 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Cincinnati to Washington, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $143 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 11
CVG
Cincinnati
DCA
Washington
$144 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Cincinnati to Washington, returning Mon, Aug 11, priced at $144 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 1
CVG
Cincinnati
DCA
Washington
$146 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Cincinnati to Washington, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $146 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
CVG
Cincinnati
DCA
Washington
$147 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Cincinnati to Washington, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $147 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 6
CVG
Cincinnati
DCA
Washington
$149 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Cincinnati to Washington, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $149 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
CVG
Cincinnati
DCA
Washington
$150 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Cincinnati to Washington, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $150 found 4 days ago
United
Fri, Aug 8 - Wed, Aug 20
CVG
Cincinnati
DCA
Washington
$178 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Cincinnati to Washington, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $178 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Jul 29 - Wed, Jul 30
CVG
Cincinnati
DCA
Washington
$264 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Cincinnati to Washington, returning Wed, Jul 30, priced at $264 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati (CVG) to Washington (DCA)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $137 - $352 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 $282
BWI
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
Average driving time to city center40 min
Flights from $282
Select flight to Washington Dulles Intl. IAD. Average driving time to city center is 36 minutes. Flights from $284
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
Average driving time to city center36 min
Flights from $284
Flights from Cincinnati (CVG) to Washington (DCA)
Origin airport
Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$137
Distance
409 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 35 mins

Cincinnati to Washington Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Washington are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Washington with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Cincinnati to Washington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Washington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $70 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 Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) cost?
You can score cheap return flights from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) starting from $137. Grab your seat and set off on your next adventure. 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 Delta and Southwest Airlines flight leaving CVG on August 5 2025 and touching down at DCA. The price was last updated on July 9 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CVG to DCA?
The cheapest flights from CVG 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 Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Hop on a nonstop flight with Delta Air Lines and head straight from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CVG to DCA?
Currently, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from CVG to DCA is Delta. You can jet off on this route from $69. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CVG on August 14 2025. Prices were last updated on July 9 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
With an average of 5 direct flights that operate from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) daily, you'll be up in the air in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
More people fly between CVG and DCA at 7 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from CVG to DCA?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of options for flights from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
What is the earliest flight from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)'s earliest flight to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) departs at approximately 7:22AM UTC-5. With a travel time of 1h 37m, you'll touch down at around 8:59AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Flights from CVG to DCA have an average travel time of 1 hour and 33 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 410 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Choose a flight from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time 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 Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
Come in for landing at one of these Washington airports after your direct flight from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG):

  • 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 Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a ticket from CVG to DCA often results in higher prices. While it's possible to find some last-minute discounts, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible to boost your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a CVG to DCA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a CVG to DCA flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and select from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your CVG to DCA flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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