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How long does a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. take?

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Direct flights cover the 593 miles separating Chicago to Washington, D.C. in about 1h 47m. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Chicago and Washington, D.C. per day?

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Each day, there are between 34 and 47 direct flights that take off from Chicago and land in Washington, D.C., with an average flight time of 1h 56m. The most common departure time is 19:00 and most flights take off in the morning, while the most flights land at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. Each week, there are 304 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. was £80 for a one-way ticket and £159 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/Chicago-CHI/Washington-D-C--WAS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

Which airlines fly most frequently between Chicago and Washington, D.C.?

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Chicago and Washington, D.C. are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (144 flights per week), Southwest (85 flights per week), and American Airlines (70 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago to Washington, D.C., look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Washington, D.C., Sunday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

What’s the earliest departure time from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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Early birds can take the earliest flight from Chicago at 05:05 and will be landing in Washington, D.C. at 07:50.

Question 7

What’s the latest departure time from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. jets off at 21:45 and lands at 00:35.

Question 8

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Washington, D.C. flight route.

Question 9

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Washington, D.C. flight route.

Question 10

Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Washington, D.C., with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 11

On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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There are direct flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. is September, where tickets cost £149 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £195 and £192 respectively.

Question 13

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. <a href='/flight-routes/Chicago-CHI/Washington-D-C--WAS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 14

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Chicago-CHI/Washington-D-C--WAS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 15

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Chicago-CHI/Washington-D-C--WAS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 16

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Chicago-CHI/Washington-D-C--WAS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Chicago and Washington, D.C.?

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There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 18

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Chicago to Washington, D.C. were found on United Airlines (£119) and Southwest (£125).

Question 19

What is the cheapest Chicago to Washington, D.C. flight route?

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Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. cost £98 and was between Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) and Baltimore (BWI). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £98.

Question 20

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C., you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Question 21

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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No, with an average price for the route of £166, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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What is the cheapest Chicago to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. cost £98 and was between Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) and Baltimore (BWI). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £98.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago to Washington, D.C., look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Washington, D.C., Sunday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. is September, where tickets cost £149 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £195 and £192 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

No, with an average price for the route of £166, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C., you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Chicago to Washington, D.C. were found on United Airlines (£119) and Southwest (£125).

Which airlines fly most frequently between Chicago and Washington, D.C.?

Chicago and Washington, D.C. are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (144 flights per week), Southwest (85 flights per week), and American Airlines (70 flights per week).

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Chicago and Washington, D.C.?

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Chicago and Washington, D.C. per day?

How long does a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. take?

Direct flights cover the 593 miles separating Chicago to Washington, D.C. in about 1h 47m.

What’s the earliest departure time from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Chicago at 05:05 and will be landing in Washington, D.C. at 07:50.

What’s the latest departure time from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. jets off at 21:45 and lands at 00:35.

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