Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chicago (CHI) from $34

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
WAS — CHI
Mar 23 — Mar 301

The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Chicago are usually found in January or September, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$223

One-way from

$60
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 14% potential price drop
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chicago (CHI)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

Thursday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Chicago.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, book at least 43 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 65% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $396 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $451.

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

January can be a great time to fly to Chicago from Washington, D.C. with a flight ticket averaging about $300. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of January for as cheap as $94. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago (WAS - CHI)?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap Frontier flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Washington, D.C. and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Frontier flights we've detected traveling from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Tue 4/164:26 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Tue 4/236:00 amORD - BWI
1 stop8h 54mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$94
Thu 4/1112:46 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop13h 06mFrontier
Thu 4/185:51 pmORD - BWI
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$98
Thu 4/181:02 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop5h 25mFrontier
Tue 4/236:00 amORD - BWI
1 stop8h 54mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$99
Fri 4/194:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Sat 4/203:54 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop16h 08mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$103
Tue 6/119:56 amBWI - MDW
1 stop4h 59mFrontier
Sat 6/153:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$104
Wed 5/14:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Mon 5/67:17 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop12h 45mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$105
Tue 4/98:19 amBWI - ORD
1 stop18h 21mFrontier
Sun 4/145:51 pmORD - BWI
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$106
Mon 4/83:50 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop10h 50mFrontier
Thu 4/115:51 pmORD - BWI
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$107
Thu 4/1112:46 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop13h 06mFrontier
Sun 4/145:51 pmORD - BWI
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$108
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $360.95 RT. This price is typically 26% cheaper than other airlines that offer Washington, D.C. to Chicago flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $276. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is the most common Washington, D.C. airport to take off from when flying to Chicago. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Chicago. When flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, Frontier flights are 14% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Washington, D.C. and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Wed 4/106:00 amDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/176:36 amORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$97
Wed 5/16:44 amDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/41:38 pmORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$108
Mon 4/88:54 pmDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/106:36 amORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$112
Wed 4/176:44 amDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/246:36 amORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$119
Wed 3/276:00 amDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/21:42 pmORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$366
Thu 3/282:55 pmDCA - ORD
1 stop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/288:25 pmORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$371
Wed 3/275:00 amDCA - ORD
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/21:42 pmORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$374
Sat 3/235:13 pmDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/308:15 amORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$556
  • If you’re traveling from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is American Airlines. Flights from American Airlines traveling this route typically cost $349.31 RT. This price is typically 28% more expensive than other airlines that offer Washington, D.C. to Chicago flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $156. The most popular departure airport in Washington, D.C. when flying to Chicago is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Chicago is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, American Airlines flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Washington, D.C. to Chicago flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Washington, D.C. to Chicago specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Wed 4/1712:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$58
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Wed 4/1712:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$67
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Fri 4/1212:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$68
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Fri 4/1212:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$77
Fri 4/124:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Fri 4/1912:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$78
Fri 4/124:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Mon 4/1512:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$79
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Sat 4/133:54 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop16h 08mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$81
Mon 4/154:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Mon 4/2212:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/16$87
Wed 4/179:52 amBWI - MDW
1 stop5h 47mFrontier
Wed 4/2412:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$88

Washington, D.C. to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Washington, D.C. and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Wed 4/1712:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$58
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Wed 4/1712:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$67
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Fri 4/1212:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$68
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Fri 4/1212:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$77
Fri 4/124:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Fri 4/1912:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$78
Fri 4/124:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Mon 4/1512:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$79
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Sat 4/133:54 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop16h 08mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$81
Wed 8/147:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Sat 8/243:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$83
Wed 5/84:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Tue 5/147:00 amMDW - BWI
1 stop11h 32mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$85

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Washington, D.C.

Discover non-stop flight options from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Wed 4/1712:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$58
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Wed 4/1712:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$67
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Fri 4/1212:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$68
Wed 4/104:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Fri 4/1212:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$77
Fri 4/124:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Fri 4/1912:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$78
Fri 4/124:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Mon 4/1512:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$79
Wed 8/147:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Sat 8/243:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$83
Wed 5/84:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Fri 5/173:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$86
Mon 4/154:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Mon 4/2212:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/16$87

Washington, D.C. to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Tue 3/2610:23 pmBWI - MDW
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/274:20 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop6h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$202
Wed 3/276:26 amBWI - MDW
1 stop8h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/310:36 amMDW - BWI
1 stop11h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$212
Wed 3/276:26 amBWI - ORD
2 stops16h 01mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/36:16 pmORD - BWI
1 stop14h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$220
Tue 3/262:34 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop7h 36mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/210:00 pmORD - BWI
1 stop24h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$222
Wed 3/276:26 amBWI - ORD
1 stop26h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/210:00 pmORD - BWI
1 stop24h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$223
Mon 3/254:54 pmBWI - MDW
1 stop16h 07mFrontier
Tue 3/267:58 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop10h 31mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$226
Wed 3/276:26 amBWI - MDW
1 stop8h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/24:20 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop15h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$230
Wed 3/276:45 amBWI - MDW
2 stops18h 53mFrontier
Wed 4/38:43 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop9h 46mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$231
Wed 3/276:26 amBWI - ORD
2 stops19h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/210:00 pmORD - BWI
2 stops26h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$231

One-way flights to Chicago from Washington, D.C.

Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Those needing a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago can use the search form above.
Wed 4/174:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$34
Wed 6/127:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$39
Mon 5/64:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$40
Sat 6/227:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$44
Sat 6/297:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$45
Sat 7/207:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$46
Wed 4/249:30 amBWI - ORD
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$46
Wed 4/179:30 amBWI - ORD
1 stop9h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$47
Tue 4/166:00 amDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$48

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

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Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$94 - $173

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Depart

Return

Price

Baltimore/WashingtonChicago O'Hare Intl

BWI - ORD

BWIORD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/16

1 stop9h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/23

1 stop8h 54m

$94

Baltimore/WashingtonChicago O'Hare Intl

BWI - ORD

BWIORD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/16

1 stop13h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/23

1 stop11h 40m

$96

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalChicago O'Hare Intl

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/10

Nonstop2h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/17

Nonstop1h 48m

$97

Baltimore/WashingtonChicago O'Hare Intl

BWI - ORD

BWIORD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/16

Nonstop2h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/23

Nonstop1h 53m

$97

Baltimore/WashingtonChicago O'Hare Intl

BWI - ORD

BWIORD

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 4/11

1 stop13h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/18

1 stop12h 27m

$98

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalChicago Midway

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/17

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/24

Nonstop1h 45m

$120

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalChicago O'Hare Intl

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/17

Nonstop2h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/18

Nonstop1h 55m

$123

Baltimore/WashingtonChicago Midway

BWI - MDW

BWIMDW

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 4/4

1 stop8h 49m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/10

Nonstop1h 48m

$123

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalChicago O'Hare Intl

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/17

1 stop5h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/24

1 stop4h 21m

$173

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/17

When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, you should look to book at least 42 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Washington, D.C. to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is currently $43 while a round-trip flight costs $113. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $361). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$288

May

$292

June

$361

July

$338

August

$276

September

$258

October

$248

November

$271

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated March 19, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, such as Frontier, American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.7
Good
4,934 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.4
Good
460 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $94, but on average you can expect to pay $104.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is less than $87.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Chicago on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 21 flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago a day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 43% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 38% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 19% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

    Airlines like Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago in about 2h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 17m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is about 590 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago round-trip from $94. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $96, and American Airlines, from $97. Frontier is 68% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $34 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $46 and American Airlines from $48 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago are Emirates (100%), Ethiopian Air (92%) and ANA (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $79. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $144 on average our data indicates $672 when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago.

  • What does IAD to ORD mean?

    This is defined as Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Codes like Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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FrontierCheapest$69Average$142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$71Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest$156Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$176Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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11%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
45%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
27%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
17%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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