Cheap flights from Washington to Chicago (WAS - CHI)

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From Washington to Chicago

Are flight prices decreasing from Washington to Chicago due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both Washington and Chicago for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Washington to Chicago to control the spread of COVID-19?

JetBlue, Southwest, and Delta are some of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. Some of the new policies that have been implemented to accommodate travelers flying from Washington to Chicago are improved sanitation, HEPA filters, mask requirements, social distance seating (for a limited time), and pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms. Policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from Washington to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines flying from Washington to Chicago have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Can I find flights from Washington to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $49, but on average you can expect to pay $67.

Are there nonstop flights from Washington to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington to Chicago is less than $112.

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

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

What days are nonstop flights available from Washington to Chicago?

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

How many flights depart from Washington to Chicago on average per day?

On average, you can expect to see 86 flights from Washington to Chicago a day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 1% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 41% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 36% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 22% of flight departures

Is Washington weather warmer or cooler than Chicago?

You can imagine temperatures to be in the 90 °F range in July. The weather in Chicago is generally colder than Washington's. As flight availability is subject to become more limited as peak season approaches it is ideal to book in a timely manner.

How long is the flight from Washington to Chicago?

Airlines like Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Washington to Chicago in about 1h 56m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Washington and Chicago is about 590 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington to Chicago round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Washington to Chicago is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $49 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and United Airlines, starting at $68 and $71 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 78% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington to Chicago one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $25 on Spirit Airlines. Another option is Frontier, who have fights from $34.