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Cleveland Museum of Art
World-class art museum famed for encyclopedic collections, free general admission, and standout holdings from ancient to contemporary art.
Flights from Washington, DC to Cleveland, OH depart on average 39 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $96 (€78) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:35. The fastest flight covers the 304 miles (490 km) distance in 1h 26m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 304 miles (490 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€78) |
Flights per day 39 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 1h 26m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price
$414
Average price
$605
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Flights per day
58
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Washington, DC to Cleveland, OH is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Cleveland, OH will cost around $605 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $414.
Of the 58 flights that leave Washington, DC for Cleveland, OH onFri, Jul 31, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct flights cover the 490 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the longest flights will take 1 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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UA2131Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Cleveland, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $96.
Distance: 304 miles (490 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$269 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $137 Average price | $117 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration 10h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Cleveland, OH:
A bus is $62 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Cleveland, OH costing on average $137 (€112).
A bus is $194 (€159) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Cleveland, OH costing on average $269 (€220).
Other travel options to Cleveland, OH take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 0m.
Train takes on average 10h 54m.
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Cleveland, OH flights for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UA4167 · UA3503 | 6:00 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h09 | 11:09 AM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2670 · AA1677 | 6:15 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 4h57 | 11:12 AM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1581 · AA1677 | 6:18 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h54 | 11:12 AM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4551 · AA4453 | 6:30 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 8h24 | 2:54 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1216 · AA1677 | 6:33 AM Dulles International Airport | 4h39 | 11:12 AM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2147 · UA3503 | 6:33 AM Dulles International Airport | 4h36 | 11:09 AM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4737 | 6:40 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1h36 | 8:16 AM Hopkins International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1406 · UA464 | 8:15 AM Dulles International Airport | 7h21 | 3:36 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2749 · UA2389 | 8:16 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 4h42 | 12:58 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1926 | 8:20 AM Dulles International Airport | 1h21 | 9:41 AM Hopkins International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4360+ AA4949 | 8:23 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h39 | 2:02 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1061 · UA2389 | 8:25 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h33 | 12:58 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4076 · UA622 · UA1502 | 8:25 AM Dulles International Airport | 8h29 | 4:54 PM Hopkins International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA6119 · UA4403 · UA3616 | 8:30 AM Dulles International Airport | 7h31 | 4:01 PM Hopkins International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA6119 · UA455 · UA1502 | 8:30 AM Dulles International Airport | 8h24 | 4:54 PM Hopkins International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2112 · UA3508 · UA3616 | 8:30 AM Dulles International Airport | 7h31 | 4:01 PM Hopkins International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA379 · UA1970 | 8:45 AM Dulles International Airport | 8h54 | 5:39 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5219+ AA1681 | 9:20 AM Dulles International Airport | 5h41 | 3:01 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1635 · AA1681 | 10:06 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 4h55 | 3:01 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA489+ AA4909 | 11:35 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h52 | 5:27 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5126 | 12:13 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1h27 | 1:40 PM Hopkins International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA3698 · UA1504 · UA1641 | 12:40 PM Dulles International Airport | 9h49 | 10:29 PM Hopkins International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA3698 · UA1504 · UA457 | 12:40 PM Dulles International Airport | 11h09 | 11:49 PM Hopkins International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA3698 · UA1156 · UA1641 | 12:40 PM Dulles International Airport | 9h49 | 10:29 PM Hopkins International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1709 | 12:45 PM Dulles International Airport | 1h21 | 2:06 PM Hopkins International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1535 · UA744 | 12:50 PM Dulles International Airport | 9h09 | 9:59 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2066 · UA4457 · UA2398 | 12:56 PM Dulles International Airport | 8h49 | 9:45 PM Hopkins International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2066 · UA3662 · UA2652 | 12:56 PM Dulles International Airport | 7h17 | 8:13 PM Hopkins International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2066 · UA4457 · UA1611 | 12:56 PM Dulles International Airport | 7h28 | 8:24 PM Hopkins International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA5220+ AA1679 | 1:08 PM Dulles International Airport | 5h31 | 6:39 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5474+ AA5862 | 1:30 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h36 | 7:06 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5022+ AA1679 | 1:39 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h00 | 6:39 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA846 · AA1679 | 1:55 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 4h44 | 6:39 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4730 · AA4713 | 1:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h35 | 6:34 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4730 · AA4722 | 1:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 8h24 | 10:23 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1381 · UA744 | 2:55 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 7h04 | 9:59 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5470 | 2:56 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1h38 | 4:34 PM Hopkins International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2095 · UA744 | 3:03 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 6h56 | 9:59 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4560 · UA1611 | 3:10 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h14 | 8:24 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1325 · UA2652 | 3:30 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h43 | 8:13 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1393 · UA2652 | 3:39 PM Dulles International Airport | 4h34 | 8:13 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4401 · UA2398 | 4:30 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h15 | 9:45 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4588 · UA3444 · UA457 | 5:25 PM Dulles International Airport | 6h24 | 11:49 PM Hopkins International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA4685 · AA4722 | 5:26 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h57 | 10:23 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3488 | 5:30 PM Dulles International Airport | 1h33 | 7:03 PM Hopkins International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA3579 · UA5588 · UA457 | 5:30 PM Dulles International Airport | 6h19 | 11:49 PM Hopkins International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA590 · UA1641 | 5:32 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 4h57 | 10:29 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2182 · AA3146 | 5:50 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h31 | 10:21 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5132 | 5:55 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1h34 | 7:29 PM Hopkins International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4702 · AA4722 | 6:19 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h04 | 10:23 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA791 · UA457 | 6:38 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 5h11 | 11:49 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1140 · AA2260 | 7:07 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h22 | 12:29 AM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1193 · UA457 | 7:10 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h39 | 11:49 PM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1637 · AA2260 | 8:18 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 4h11 | 12:29 AM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1450 · AA2260 | 8:22 PM Dulles International Airport | 4h07 | 12:29 AM Hopkins International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2131 | 10:15 PM Dulles International Airport | 1h29 | 11:44 PM Hopkins International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA5079 | 10:30 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1h29 | 11:59 PM Hopkins International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Cleveland, OH — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cleveland, OH trip today.
World-class art museum famed for encyclopedic collections, free general admission, and standout holdings from ancient to contemporary art.
Major music museum celebrating rock history with iconic artifacts, immersive exhibits, and strong appeal for first-time visitors.
Excellent science museum with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly learning in a restored historic mansion setting.
Historic neighborhood known for walkable streets, breweries, galleries, and one of the city’s most local-feeling main corridors.
Flagship urban park with lakefront trails, beaches, gardens, and broad recreation space close to downtown.
Elegant cultural district anchored by museums, gardens, and classic architecture, ideal for a full day of walking and sightseeing.
A Cleveland staple of kielbasa, French fries, barbecue sauce, and slaw stuffed in a bun. It reflects the city's Eastern European and blue-collar food traditions.
Hearty Slovak-style stuffed cabbage rolls baked in tomato sauce. They are traditional in many Cleveland immigrant families and church festival menus.
Crisp potato pancakes often served with applesauce or sour cream. They are closely tied to Cleveland's strong Central and Eastern European heritage.
Beloved deli famous for towering corned beef sandwiches. Casual, no-frills, and widely considered a Cleveland institution.
Historic Ohio City brewpub known for Cleveland beer culture, sausages, pretzels, and hearty pub fare in a lively, landmark setting.
Refined farm-to-table restaurant in Ohio City serving seasonal American dishes with polished service and a warm neighborhood atmosphere.
Moderate for U.S. city travel: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than New York or Chicago, while transit and attractions are generally manageable for visitors.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis, and $1-2 per drink or coffee in cafes if service is good.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Cleveland, OH by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cleveland, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Washington, DC to Cleveland, OH flights use the Ronald Reagan National Airport to Hopkins International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Cleveland, OH airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is 4 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Ronald Reagan National Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering American, Italian, and fast food options; top choices include Legal Sea Foods and Five Guys.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, near ticketingas and baggage claim.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, including the Crystal Gateway Marriott..
Dulles International Airport is 3 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Dulles International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants located in all concourses; options include fast food, cafes, and sit-down dining like Five Guys and Chipotle.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dulles International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dulles International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dulles International Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby include Washington Dulles Airport Marriott within walking distance..
Hopkins International Airport is 2 km from Cleveland city centre. Public transport options include:
Hopkins International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Multiple restaurants in concourses, including fast food and sit-down options like Great Lakes Brewing Co. and Panini's
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, near gates and baggage claim.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hopkins International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hopkins International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hopkins International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Several hotels nearby, including Sheraton Cleveland Airport Hotel within walking distance..
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