DCA (Washington) to CMH (Columbus) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 86%. The average delay is 65 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.DCA → CMH
DCA (Washington) to CMH (Columbus)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Republic Airways edges out PSA Airlines on this route — 86% vs 74% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 86% on time; PSA Airlines trails at 74%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DCA
77% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DCA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~7 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DCA cancels 2.7% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at CMH
81% on timeWhen flights into CMH are late, the average delay is 69 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CMH: TSA is ~15 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.