Flying from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Columbia and Washington DC share the same timezone, UTC-5.
Choose from 22 weekly Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flights. The 06:01 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:01.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CAE to DCA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
American Airlines has direct flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering CAE to DCA flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CAE and DCA include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
R 2,139 is the best price for a one-way Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight. Return flights start at R 4,348. These fares may change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from CAE to DCA by booking at least three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from CAE to DCA is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
CAE's address is 125-A Summer Lake.
Columbia Metropolitan Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from CAE reach their destination without delay.
Columbia Metropolitan Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Columbia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near CAE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DCA if you're taking a late Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Washington Ronald Reagan Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and chase adventure across Washington DC and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport about four weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Washington DC. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport for July if you want to explore Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CAE to DCA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Washington DC, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its must-visit sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Philadelphia is another standout destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without visiting Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
