Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Chicago (CHI) from $76

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/19. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
DCA — CHI
Sep 25 — Oct 21

How to find the cheapest flight from Reagan-National (DCA) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best DCA to CHI flight in 2023: compare Reagan-National to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

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June

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$207

One-way from

$112
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 13% potential price drop
From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Chicago (CHI)

DCA - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago at least 60 days early can save you up to 38% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 60 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago for as little as $337 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $414 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago?

January can be a great time to fly to Chicago from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport with a flight ticket averaging about $306. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of January for as cheap as $152. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago (DCA - CHI)?

When flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Delta flights from Reagan-National to Chicago

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Cheap American Airlines flights from Reagan-National to Chicago

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Cheap Reagan-National to Chicago flights in September & October 2023

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One-way flights to Chicago from Reagan-National

The cheapest one-way flights from Reagan-National to Chicago
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Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalChicago O'Hare Intl

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 12/9

1 stop5h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/10

1 stop8h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalChicago Midway

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/1

1 stop12h 19m

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/4

1 stop12h 16m

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

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/14

1 stop6h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/20

1 stop5h 57m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalChicago Midway

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/25

1 stop17h 29m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/1

1 stop10h 25m

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

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/20

Nonstop2h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/24

Nonstop1h 49m

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

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/25

Nonstop2h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/31

Nonstop1h 50m

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

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 12/24

1 stop4h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/4

1 stop4h 52m

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

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/16

1 stop9h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/18

1 stop5h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalChicago Midway

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/13

1 stop21h 41m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/16

1 stop14h 02m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, such as Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,012 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Southwest
7.6
Good
1,517 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
103 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Reagan-National to Chicago flights.

Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on JetBlue for just $159, but on average you can expect to pay $213.

Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago is less than $246.

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

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

What days are nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago?

Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago on average per day?

Travelers can expect 26 flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago on average per day.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 54% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 19% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 27% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago?

Departing from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago will take you 2h 19m. Airlines will cover a distance of 614 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

Flying on JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $159. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $186 and $208, respectively. JetBlue is 50% 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. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago one-way?

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago are Frontier ($76), JetBlue ($80), and American Airlines ($104).

What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago?

What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago?

Before booking your flight to Chicago from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (100%), ANA (86%), SkyWest Airlines( 85%).

What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago?

While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago is generally $840, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $69. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $151 for that flight.

What does DCA to ORD mean?

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is DCA and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

Top 3 airlines flying from Reagan-National to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Reagan-National to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$152Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$236Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Reagan-National to Chicago

See what time of day planes typically take off from Reagan-National to Chicago
8%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
40%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
48%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
4%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Reagan-National to Chicago

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Reagan-National to Chicago
Sunday37daily flights
Monday52daily flights
Tuesday48daily flights
Wednesday50daily flights
Thursday46daily flights
Friday50daily flights
Saturday33daily flights
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