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Frontier Logo
12:30 pm - 3:27 pmMDW-BWI
1h 57mnonstop
Frontier Logo
4:12 pm - 5:13 pmBWI-MDW
2h 01mnonstop
$100Frontier
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Thu, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 25
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 9:02 amORD-BWI
1h 52mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 10:48 pmBWI-ORD
7h 48m1 stop
$100Spirit Airlines
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Sun, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 17
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6:10 am - 9:02 amORD-BWI
1h 52mnonstop
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9:59 pm - 11:20 pmBWI-ORD
2h 21mnonstop
Thu, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 11
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6:11 pm - 9:14 pmORD-BWI
2h 03mnonstop
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9:57 am - 11:10 amBWI-ORD
2h 13mnonstop
Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 21
Southwest Logo
7:55 am - 10:45 amMDW-BWI
1h 50mnonstop
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1:25 pm - 2:25 pmBWI-MDW
2h 00mnonstop
$139Southwest
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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Oct 29
Southwest Logo
1:50 pm - 4:55 pmORD-BWI
2h 05mnonstop
Southwest Logo
10:35 am - 11:50 amBWI-ORD
2h 15mnonstop
$139Southwest
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Wed, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 27
American Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 2:24 pmORD-DCA
1h 54mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
3:28 pm - 7:05 pmDCA-ORD
4h 37m1 stop
$193American Airlines
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Wed, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 24
United Airlines Logo
10:43 am - 1:49 pmORD-IAD
2h 06mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 5:10 pmIAD-ORD
2h 15mnonstop
$197United Airlines
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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 9:00 amORD-DCA
1h 50mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
3:59 pm - 5:23 pmDCA-ORD
2h 24mnonstop
$197American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 13
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:58 amORD-DCA
1h 58mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 2:55 pmDCA-ORD
4h 45m1 stop
$207United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23

Delta flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Delta
Sep 16
MDW6:15 pmChicago Midway
3h 51m
1 stop
IAD11:06 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 17
IAD1:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 35m
1 stop
MDW6:35 pmChicago Midway
Delta
Sep 4
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
4h 23m
1 stop
IAD11:23 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 6
IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3h 35m
1 stop
MDW8:35 amChicago Midway

United Airlines flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

Our best United Airlines deals on Chicago to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 15
ORD10:43 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 06m
IAD1:49 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 22
IAD3:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 15m
ORD5:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines
Sep 16
ORD8:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 58m
DCA10:58 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sep 23
DCA11:10 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 45m
1 stop
ORD2:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines
Aug 30
ORD10:43 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 06m
IAD1:49 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 3
IAD8:20 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 16m
ORD9:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/23

12:30 pm-3:27 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 10/25

4:12 pm-5:13 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$100

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

6:10 am-9:02 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/17

4:00 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$100

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

6:10 am-9:02 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/11

9:59 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$124

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

6:11 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 9/21

9:57 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 13m

$134

ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/29

7:55 am-10:45 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/29

1:25 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$139

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/24

1:50 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/27

10:35 am-11:50 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$139

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/24

11:30 am-2:24 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/24

3:28 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$193

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - IAD

ORDIAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

10:43 am-1:49 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/22

3:55 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$197

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/13

6:10 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/13

3:59 pm-5:23 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$197

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

8:00 am-10:58 am

Nonstop1h 58m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/23

11:10 am-2:55 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$207

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

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Chicago, with most prices found around $169. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in August, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Chicago to Washington, D.C. during September average around $210.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. from Chicago is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $300. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Chicago to Washington, D.C. for around $458.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as $301. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $657. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

Fly from Chicago Midway to Baltimore/Washington for the best Chicago - Washington, D.C. flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $307 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from Chicago for as low as $236 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Washington, D.C. flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Washington, D.C. flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Washington, D.C. flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago to Washington, D.C..

How have Chicago to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Chicago to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 39% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C. according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Chicago to Washington, D.C. (CHI to WAS) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

Best Price Found

$83

Fastest flight time

1h 45m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Washington, D.C.

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $83. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $141.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. takes 1h 45m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Washington, D.C. every day.
There are 3 airports near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
  • Is flying the fastest way to get from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

    Based on just travel duration our users have found a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. to be the fastest option to their destination at just 1h 45m. If travel time is less of a concern you may want to look into booking some alternative forms of transportation like a train from Chicago to Washington, D.C. or a bus from Chicago to Washington, D.C..

  • Is flying the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

    A flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. is currently going to be the least expensive option currently available. You can also find deals for a train from Chicago to Washington, D.C. starting at $184, or consider a bus from Chicago to Washington, D.C. starting at $148. Both of these alternative options are worth considering when looking to reach your destination.

  • How far is Chicago to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    Chicago and Washington, D.C. are 593.1 mi apart from one another. 1h 45m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Washington, D.C..

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Washington, D.C.. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $46Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,035 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $78Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,207 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $137Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $139Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,245 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $158Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,930 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $166Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,981 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to Washington, D.C.

    Southwest is one of the most popular airlines flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C., operating 30 flights/week on average for this route. A good Southwest flight deal for Chicago to Washington, D.C. starts from $139 round-trip, up to an average price of $283. Our users have rated Southwest at 8.0/10.

  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Washington, D.C.

    $158 is the best United Airlines flight deal from Chicago to Washington, D.C. found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average United Airlines ticket price found was closer to $300, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.4/10 from 8,930 user reviews) flies into Washington, D.C. from Chicago 95 times in an average week so prices can vary.

Traveling to a place near Washington, D.C.?

Book flights to Washington, D.C. if you plan to visit one of these locations
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Manassas
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Rockville
Gaithersburg
Reston
Fairfax
Glen Burnie
Springfield
Linthicum Heights

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Washington, D.C. from Chicago which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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