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

Direct flights cover the 593 miles separating Washington, D.C. to Chicago in about 2h 10m . Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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

Each day, there are between 36 and 47 direct flights that take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Chicago, with an average flight time of 2h 12m. The most common departure time is 06:00 and most flights take off in the morning, while the most flights land at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Each week, there are 315 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago was £59 for a one-way ticket and £139 for a return. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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

Washington, D.C. and Chicago are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (146 flights per week), Southwest (88 flights per week), and American Airlines (76 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Washington, D.C. at 06:00 and will be landing in Chicago at 06:55.

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

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago jets off at 22:55 and lands at 23:55.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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

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

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

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 Chicago with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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

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 Chicago from Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy . Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

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

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Washington, D.C. to Chicago were found on Southwest (£102) and United Airlines (£109).

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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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Recent return flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

Sat, 16 Aug - Sat, 16 Aug

06:15 - 07:30BWI-ORD

2h 15mdirect

20:20 - 23:24ORD-BWI

2h 04mdirect

£102United Airlines

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Thu, 14 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug

06:15 - 07:30BWI-ORD

2h 15mdirect

10:45 - 13:48ORD-BWI

2h 03mdirect

£109United Airlines

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Tue, 16 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep

10:25 - 21:30BWI-ORD

12h 05m2 stops

13:50 - 16:55ORD-BWI

2h 05mdirect

£120Southwest

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Tue, 23 Sep - Mon, 29 Sep

10:35 - 11:50BWI-ORD

2h 15mdirect

11:25 - 23:35ORD-BWI

11h 10m1 stop

£121Southwest

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Sat, 26 Jul - Sat, 2 Aug

05:45 - 16:57BWI-ORD

12h 12m1 stop

16:37 - 23:49ORD-BWI

6h 12m1 stop

£127Spirit Airlines

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Thu, 14 Aug - Mon, 18 Aug

06:00 - 10:20DCA-ORD

5h 20m1 stop

13:30 - 20:46ORD-DCA

6h 16m1 stop

£145Delta

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Wed, 13 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug

09:50 - 12:45IAD-ORD

3h 55m1 stop

09:10 - 16:31ORD-IAD

6h 21m1 stop

£145Delta

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Mon, 24 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov

09:40 - 17:27DCA-ORD

8h 47m1 stop

08:40 - 18:01ORD-DCA

8h 21m1 stop

£149JetBlue

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Sun, 14 Sep - Fri, 19 Sep

06:25 - 12:10DCA-ORD

6h 45m1 stop

13:36 - 19:21ORD-DCA

4h 45m1 stop

£153JetBlue

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Sat, 26 Jul - Sat, 2 Aug

22:11 - 16:41BWI-ORD

19h 30m2 stops

16:37 - 23:49ORD-BWI

6h 12m1 stop

£166Spirit Airlines

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Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.

Airports

DCA

DCA offers convenient access to downtown D.C., just 4 miles away, making it ideal for quick trips.

KAYAK's insights & trends for Washington, D.C. to Chicago flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Prices

Airlines

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago cost £169 and was between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £169.

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

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is September, where tickets cost £157 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £201 and £201 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Low season	January
High season	August

Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)

Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

Estimated return price

KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago was £59 for a one-way ticket and £139 for a return.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington, D.C. to Chicago flight route.
Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington, D.C. to Chicago flight route.
Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Washington, D.C. and Chicago, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.
On which days can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
There are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago on a daily basis.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
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 Washington, D.C. to Chicago.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Washington, D.C. is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
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 Chicago with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
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 Chicago from Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Looking for a cheap flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C.? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £338 or less one-way.

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Washington, D.C. to Chicago

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