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2:00 pm - 12:12 amDCA-ORD
11h 12m1 stop
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7:15 am - 9:59 pmORD-DCA
13h 44m1 stop
$160Frontier
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Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 1
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8:00 am - 12:12 amDCA-ORD
17h 12m1 stop
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7:15 am - 4:59 pmORD-DCA
8h 44m1 stop
$162Frontier
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Tue, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 1
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4:55 pm - 8:52 pmDCA-ORD
4h 57m1 stop
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6:45 am - 2:50 pmORD-DCA
7h 05m1 stop
$203JetBlue
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Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 5
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4:55 pm - 8:52 pmDCA-ORD
4h 57m1 stop
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6:45 am - 2:36 pmORD-DCA
6h 51m1 stop
$207JetBlue
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Sat, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 10
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11:55 am - 1:11 pmDCA-ORD
2h 16mnonstop
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9:45 am - 12:40 pmORD-DCA
1h 55mnonstop
$209American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 27
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6:55 am - 1:05 pmDCA-MDW
7h 10m1 stop
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5:25 pm - 8:15 pmMDW-DCA
1h 50mnonstop
$233Southwest
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Thu, Dec 25 - Wed, Jan 7
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12:00 pm - 1:11 pmDCA-ORD
2h 11mnonstop
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9:15 am - 2:35 pmORD-DCA
4h 20m1 stop
$233United Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 4
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8:45 pm - 9:55 pmDCA-MDW
2h 10mnonstop
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9:15 am - 12:00 pmMDW-DCA
1h 45mnonstop
$236Southwest
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
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6:30 am - 7:45 amDCA-ORD
2h 15mnonstop
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10:00 am - 12:59 pmORD-DCA
1h 59mnonstop
$236United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 2
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6:00 am - 7:21 amDCA-ORD
2h 21mnonstop
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6:06 am - 8:59 amORD-DCA
1h 53mnonstop
$239American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Wed, Nov 26

JetBlue flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago

Our best JetBlue deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago flight tickets
JetBlue
Nov 4
DCA4:55 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 57m
1 stop
ORD8:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 5
ORD6:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 05m
1 stop
DCA2:50 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
JetBlue
Nov 8
DCA4:55 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 57m
1 stop
ORD8:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 10
ORD6:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 51m
1 stop
DCA2:36 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
JetBlue
Nov 24
DCA5:43 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 07m
1 stop
ORD10:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 27
ORD8:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 39m
1 stop
DCA2:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

Frontier flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago flight tickets
Frontier
Oct 29
DCA2:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
11h 12m
1 stop
ORD12:12 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 1
ORD7:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 44m
1 stop
DCA9:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Frontier
Oct 28
DCA8:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
17h 12m
1 stop
ORD12:12 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 1
ORD7:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 44m
1 stop
DCA4:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Frontier
Nov 13
DCA6:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 15m
1 stop
ORD12:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 17
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 59m
1 stop
DCA9:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/29

2:00 pm-12:12 am

1 stop11h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

7:15 am-9:59 pm

1 stop13h 44m

$160

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/28

8:00 am-12:12 am

1 stop17h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

7:15 am-4:59 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$162

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/4

4:55 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

6:45 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$203

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/8

4:55 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/10

6:45 am-2:36 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$207

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/24

11:55 am-1:11 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

9:45 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$209

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/25

6:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/7

5:25 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$233

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/31

12:00 pm-1:11 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

9:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$233

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/20

8:45 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/24

9:15 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$236

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/24

6:30 am-7:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

10:00 am-12:59 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$236

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/24

6:00 am-7:21 am

Nonstop2h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/26

6:06 am-8:59 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$239

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, with most prices found around $267. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago during May average around $273.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $383. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago for around $501.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago during this time can be as low as $337. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $436.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $309 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport for as low as $250 on momondo.

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How have Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 12% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$161

Fastest flight time

2h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in the past 72 hours is $161. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $289.
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago takes 2h 00m
Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago every day.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)
  • How far is Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Chicago by plane?

    There are 594.5 mi between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and Chicago. Typically, this will take 2h 00m by plane in normal conditions.

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    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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FrontierPriceFrom $101Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,135 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $169Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,042 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,238 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $198Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,976 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago

    Southwest flies from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago around 34 times per week, with 4,238 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago in the last 72 hours was $179 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $310 for Southwest flights on this route.

  • United Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago

    United Airlines (7.4/10 from 8,976 reviews) operates around 65 flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago in any given week. The average United Airlines airfare for this route is around $332, with deals from around $198 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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