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$79+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Chicago (CHI)

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IAD — CHI
Aug 23 — Aug 301
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Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Chicago

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Round-trip from

$142
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$79
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$303 or less

Good one-way deal

$226 or less
From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Chicago (CHI).
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:10 amIAD - MDW
1 stop10h 50mFrontier
Mon 10/65:20 pmMDW - IAD
1 stop5h 55mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$142
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/51:55 pmIAD - ORD
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
Mon 9/85:10 amORD - IAD
1 stop6h 45mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$143
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/51:55 pmIAD - MDW
1 stop10h 25mFrontier
Mon 9/86:20 amMDW - IAD
1 stop5h 35mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$143
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:15 amIAD - ORD
1 stop5h 20mFrontier
Wed 10/2211:00 amORD - IAD
1 stop7h 46mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$144
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/99:15 amIAD - ORD
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Thu 9/115:10 amORD - IAD
1 stop6h 45mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$148
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Thu 9/116:10 amIAD - MDW
1 stop10h 48mFrontier
Sun 9/146:21 amMDW - IAD
1 stop13h 58mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$148
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Thu 9/111:55 pmIAD - ORD
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
Sun 9/148:49 pmORD - IAD
1 stop20h 35mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$149
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Wed 9/109:15 amIAD - ORD
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Sun 9/148:49 pmORD - IAD
1 stop20h 35mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$150
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Fri 9/56:10 amIAD - MDW
1 stop10h 50mFrontier
Sun 9/710:13 amMDW - IAD
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$150
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/271:02 pmIAD - ORD
1 stop11h 56mFrontier
Tue 9/3011:45 amORD - IAD
1 stop7h 10mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$151
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1210:17 amIAD - MDW
1 stop11h 35mFrontier
Mon 9/155:15 pmMDW - IAD
1 stop6h 00mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$151
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Fri 9/197:14 pmIAD - MDW
1 stop15h 37mFrontier
Sun 9/216:21 amMDW - IAD
1 stop13h 58mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$154

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - MDW

IADMDW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/14

9:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/18

6:15 am-3:26 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$142

Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - MDW

IADMDW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/3

6:10 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/6

5:20 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 55m

$142

Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - ORD

IADORD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/30

9:15 am-5:39 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

11:00 am-7:46 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$143

Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - ORD

IADORD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/4

7:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/11

5:45 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$143

Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - ORD

IADORD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/29

6:10 am-10:31 am

1 stop5h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

5:10 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$143

Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - ORD

IADORD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/16

9:15 am-5:39 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/17

11:45 am-7:55 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$143

Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - MDW

IADMDW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/1

9:15 am-3:58 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/8

8:05 am-7:46 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$143

Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - MDW

IADMDW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/5

1:55 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/8

5:15 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 00m

$143

Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - MDW

IADMDW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/3

9:30 am-2:01 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/4

6:20 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$143

Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - MDW

IADMDW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/1

9:15 am-3:58 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/6

6:20 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$143

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The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago trip
Airports
IAD

For quick check-in, locate your airline’s counter in the main terminal; they are arranged like an island with desks on both sides.

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ORD

Use the free shuttle train outside security to navigate between terminals at ORD, especially if arriving internationally at Terminal 5.

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Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to Chicago. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IAD to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dulles Intl to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 August 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Frontier from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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

    Frontier can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago in just under 5h 38m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago is about 576 mi.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $90. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $176 and $187, respectively. These flights start at 71% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Egyptair (84%), Air China (82%), Air Canada( 72%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,246 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $113 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $151.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$90Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$185Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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