Q: Can I fly back to Washington, D.C. from Chicago?

Returning to Washington, D.C. from Chicago COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Chicago are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Washington, D.C.. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Washington, D.C..

Question 1

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

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

Question 2

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

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On average, you can expect to see 13 flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago a day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 23% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 38% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 38% of flight departures

Question 3

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

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Airlines like Spirit Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago in about 9h 31m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is about 590 mi.

Question 4

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

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Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago round-trip from $85. Spirit Airlines is 71% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Question 5

Can I fly to Chicago from Washington, D.C. right now?

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Information is based on travel restrictions for travel to Chicago within the United States

Most visitors from Washington, D.C. need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Chicago.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Washington, D.C. are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Chicago.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Washington, D.C. are not required to quarantine after entering Chicago.

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Question 6

Can I fly back to Washington, D.C. from Chicago?

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Returning to Washington, D.C. from Chicago

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Washington, D.C..

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Washington, D.C..

Question 7

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

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Consider American Airlines, Delta or Juneyao Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago.

Question 8

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

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The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Baltimore/Washington - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Question 9

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

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Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $129. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $177 on average our data indicates $2,257 when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago.

Question 10

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

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The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago are Avianca (87%), Ethiopian Air (85%) and Scandinavian Airlines (85%).

Question 11

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

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $85, but on average you can expect to pay $95.

Question 12

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

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Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is less than $218.

Question 13

Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under $100?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $100.

Question 14

Which airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

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United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Question 15

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

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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.

Question 16

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

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To save on the cost of your flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, book at least 31 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 37% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $333 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $405.

Question 17

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

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February can be a great time to fly to Chicago from Washington, D.C. with a flight ticket averaging about $294. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $145. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

Question 18

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

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Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Popular in	June	High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Cheapest in	February	Best time to find cheap flights, 35% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$191	From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chicago (CHI)
One-way from	$59	One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chicago (CHI)

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Juneyao Airlines	Cheapest$14	Average$21	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	COVID-19 safety	Search Juneyao Airlines flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$102	Average$346	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	COVID-19 safety	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	Cheapest$118	Average$364	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	COVID-19 safety	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$137	Average$310	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	COVID-19 safety	Search United Airlines flights

17%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
35%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
39%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
9%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	40daily flights
Monday	79daily flights
Tuesday	69daily flights
Wednesday	73daily flights
Thursday	68daily flights
Friday	61daily flights
Saturday	36daily flights

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

The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Chicago are usually found in February or March, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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