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2:00 pm - 12:12 amDCA-ORD
11h 12m1 stop
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7:00 am - 9:59 pmORD-DCA
13h 59m1 stop
$150Frontier
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
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6:00 pm - 11:08 amDCA-MDW
18h 08m1 stop
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12:18 pm - 1:06 pmMDW-DCA
23h 48m1 stop
$150Frontier
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Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
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2:00 pm - 12:12 amDCA-ORD
11h 12m1 stop
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7:00 am - 4:59 pmORD-DCA
8h 59m1 stop
$151Frontier
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Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
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6:00 pm - 11:08 amDCA-MDW
18h 08m1 stop
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12:18 pm - 1:06 pmMDW-DCA
23h 48m1 stop
$162Frontier
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Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
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6:00 pm - 10:21 pmDCA-ORD
5h 21m1 stop
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6:00 am - 2:50 pmORD-DCA
7h 50m1 stop
$180JetBlue
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Sat, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 23
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2:00 pm - 11:08 amDCA-MDW
22h 08m1 stop
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12:18 pm - 4:59 pmMDW-DCA
27h 41m1 stop
$180Frontier
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
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2:00 pm - 12:12 amDCA-ORD
11h 12m1 stop
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7:00 am - 9:59 pmORD-DCA
13h 59m1 stop
$190Frontier
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Mon, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 24
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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
$192JetBlue
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Tue, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 19
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4:55 pm - 9:52 pmDCA-ORD
5h 57m1 stop
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6:00 am - 2:50 pmORD-DCA
7h 50m1 stop
$195JetBlue
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Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 23
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1:00 pm - 6:05 amDCA-ORD
18h 05m2 stops
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7:00 am - 1:06 pmORD-DCA
29h 06m1 stop
$197Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 15

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 22
DCA6:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 21m
1 stop
ORD10:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 23
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 50m
1 stop
DCA2:50 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
JetBlue
Nov 18
DCA4:55 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 57m
1 stop
ORD8:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 19
ORD6:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 51m
1 stop
DCA2:36 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
JetBlue
Nov 19
DCA4:55 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 57m
1 stop
ORD9:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 23
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 50m
1 stop
DCA2:50 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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

Our best United Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
Nov 24
DCA9:05 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 09m
1 stop
ORD1:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 27
ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 53m
DCA9:53 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
United Airlines
Dec 25
DCA6:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 17m
ORD7:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 3
ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 58m
DCA11:58 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
United Airlines
Dec 19
DCA6:30 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 18m
ORD7:48 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 24
ORD11:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 02m
DCA2:17 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/4

2:00 pm-12:12 am

1 stop11h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/8

7:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$150

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/11

6:00 pm-11:08 am

1 stop18h 08m

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/15

12:18 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop23h 48m

$150

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/11

2:00 pm-12:12 am

1 stop11h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/15

7:00 am-4:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$151

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/11

6:00 pm-11:08 am

1 stop18h 08m

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/15

12:18 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop23h 48m

$162

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/22

6:00 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/23

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$180

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/4

2:00 pm-11:08 am

1 stop22h 08m

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/8

12:18 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop27h 41m

$180

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/15

2:00 pm-12:12 am

1 stop11h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/24

7:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$190

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/18

4:55 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/19

6:45 am-2:36 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$192

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/19

4:55 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/23

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$195

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/10

1:00 pm-6:05 am

2 stops18h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/15

7:00 am-1:06 pm

1 stop29h 06m

$197

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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 $270. 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 $381. 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 $343. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $433.

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 $310 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 $244 on momondo.

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

As of November 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 68% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$156

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 $156. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $302.
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 05m 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 $99Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,114 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $168Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,050 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,236 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $200Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,015 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 36 times per week, with 4,236 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 $309 for Southwest flights on this route.

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

    United Airlines (7.4/10 from 9,015 reviews) operates around 69 flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago in any given week. The average United Airlines airfare for this route is around $327, with deals from around $200 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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