Reagan-National

$79+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Reagan-National (DCA)

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ORD — DCA
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Reagan-National

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Reagan-National flight deals. Data was last updated July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$157
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$79
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$224

Good round-trip deal

$157 or less

Good one-way deal

$125 or less
From Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
One-way flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Reagan-National
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Reagan-National. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/207:00 amORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/237:00 pmDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/23$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/118:30 pmMDW - DCA
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Sat 9/137:05 pmDCA - MDW
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/24$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/143:32 pmORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1810:55 amDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/23$158
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/193:10 pmORD - DCA
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Sat 8/236:55 amDCA - ORD
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/22$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2410:54 amSTL - DCA
Nonstop2h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/2911:31 amDCA - STL
Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/23$179
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/141:10 pmSTL - DCA
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Mon 8/186:10 amDCA - STL
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/23$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/202:00 pmORD - DCA
1 stop3h 52mDelta
Sat 8/2310:11 amDCA - ORD
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/24$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/209:31 amMDW - DCA
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Sat 8/236:00 amDCA - MDW
1 stop3h 35mDelta
Deal found 7/24$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/267:00 amSTL - DCA
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Thu 8/288:59 amDCA - STL
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Deal found 7/23$199
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/171:36 pmORD - DCA
1 stop8h 20mJetBlue
Mon 10/206:25 amDCA - ORD
1 stop6h 45mJetBlue
Deal found 7/24$203
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/307:00 amORD - DCA
1 stop13h 57mFrontier
Sat 8/96:00 pmDCA - ORD
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$218
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/276:18 pmMLI - DCA
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/317:00 amDCA - MLI
1 stop4h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$225

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Reagan-National 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Reagan-National

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/20

7:00 am-9:58 am

Nonstop1h 58m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/23

7:00 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$157

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - DCA

MDWDCA

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/11

8:30 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/13

7:05 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$157

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/14

3:32 pm-6:27 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/18

10:55 am-12:09 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$158

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

3:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/23

6:55 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$177

St. LouisWashington, D.C.

STL - DCA

STLDCA

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/8

6:00 am-9:03 am

Nonstop2h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/11

8:30 am-10:21 am

Nonstop2h 51m

$179

St. LouisWashington, D.C.

STL - DCA

STLDCA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/14

1:10 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/18

6:10 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 55m

$189

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

2:00 pm-6:52 pm

1 stop3h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/23

10:11 am-2:19 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$197

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - DCA

MDWDCA

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/20

9:31 am-4:33 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/23

6:00 am-8:35 am

1 stop3h 35m

$197

St. LouisWashington, D.C.

STL - DCA

STLDCA

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/26

7:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/28

8:59 am-2:37 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$199

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/17

1:36 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/20

6:25 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$203

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Reagan-National

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 IL to DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Reagan-National. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 25, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Reagan-National. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 25, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to DCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (52 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Reagan-National

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reagan-National. 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 Reagan-National. Reviews last updated July 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $79. Users have also found prices from $79 and $99 on Southwest and Delta, respectively.

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    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on time: SkyWest Airlines (100%), Air New Zealand (70%), United Airlines (66%).

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

    While on average a flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is generally $340, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), you can expect to pay $157 for that flight.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Illinois to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to Reagan-National

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$105Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$151Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$166Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$181Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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