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

Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $174. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $176 and $177, respectively. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C. one-way?

The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $78. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

The most popular flight routes from Chicago to Washington, D.C. are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl and Chicago O'Hare Intl - Baltimore/Washington.

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

The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Washington, D.C. is $114. On average you can expect to pay $985. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $161.

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

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 Chicago to Washington, D.C. on time: Air China (89%), Ethiopian Air (86%), Austrian Airlines (84%).

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

The most popular airlines flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. are American Airlines, Delta and Frontier. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

Flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. are found to be more expensive on Sunday. 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 Washington, D.C..

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C., book at least 33 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 34% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $229 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $399.

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

Flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at $62.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Chicago-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

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

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 28, 2025.

Tue 5/276:35 amMDW - BWI

1 stop9h 24mFrontier

Wed 5/286:36 pmBWI - MDW

Nonstop2h 07mFrontier

Deal found 4/27

$174

Thu 5/299:55 amORD - BWI

1 stop7h 57mSpirit Airlines

Sun 6/18:10 amBWI - ORD

Nonstop2h 14mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 4/27

$174

Sat 5/177:47 amORD - BWI

1 stop11h 42mMultiple Airlines

Mon 5/196:07 amBWI - ORD

1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/27

$175

Fri 6/137:45 pmMDW - BWI

Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest

Sun 6/156:55 amBWI - MDW

Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 4/27

$177

Fri 5/301:50 pmORD - BWI

Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest

Mon 6/210:35 amBWI - ORD

Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 4/28

$177

Fri 5/307:04 pmORD - BWI

Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines

Mon 6/27:26 amBWI - ORD

Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$178

Fri 5/307:40 pmORD - DCA

Nonstop2h 02mUnited Airlines

Sat 5/317:11 pmDCA - ORD

Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$179

Wed 5/287:10 amMDW - DCA

Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest

Thu 5/296:55 amDCA - MDW

Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 4/27

$179

Wed 5/282:24 pmORD - IAD

Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines

Wed 5/2810:18 pmIAD - ORD

Nonstop2h 12mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$179

Mon 5/58:30 amMDW - IAD

1 stop4h 53mFrontier

Mon 5/193:32 pmIAD - MDW

1 stop9h 15mFrontier

Deal found 4/27

$180

Mon 5/126:20 amORD - IAD

1 stop7h 03mFrontier

Fri 5/165:26 pmIAD - ORD

1 stop7h 06mFrontier

Deal found 4/28

$180

Mon 5/128:03 pmMDW - DCA

1 stop19h 56mFrontier

Wed 5/146:00 pmDCA - MDW

1 stop26h 08mFrontier

Deal found 4/28

$181

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Thu 5/299:55 amORD - BWI

1 stop7h 57mSpirit Airlines

Sun 6/18:10 amBWI - ORD

Nonstop2h 14mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 4/27

$174

Sat 5/177:47 amORD - BWI

1 stop11h 42mMultiple Airlines

Mon 5/196:07 amBWI - ORD

1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/27

$175

Mon 6/92:44 pmMDW - BWI

Nonstop1h 58mFrontier

Fri 6/274:32 pmBWI - MDW

Nonstop2h 02mFrontier

Deal found 4/28

$176

Fri 5/307:50 pmMDW - BWI

Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest

Sun 6/16:20 amBWI - MDW

Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest

Deal found 4/28

$177

Fri 5/307:04 pmORD - BWI

Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines

Mon 6/27:26 amBWI - ORD

Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$178

Wed 5/282:24 pmORD - IAD

Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines

Wed 5/2810:18 pmIAD - ORD

Nonstop2h 12mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$179

Wed 5/214:03 pmORD - DCA

1 stop5h 55mJetBlue

Wed 5/2810:10 amDCA - ORD

1 stop9h 26mJetBlue

Deal found 4/28

$183

Wed 5/286:00 amMDW - BWI

1 stop5h 47mDelta

Wed 5/284:47 pmBWI - MDW

1 stop5h 40mDelta

Deal found 4/28

$191

Fri 6/68:36 pmMDW - IAD

2 stops23h 17mAllegiant Air

Sun 6/83:58 pmIAD - MDW

1 stop16h 17mAllegiant Air

Deal found 4/28

$253

Fri 6/136:17 pmORD - BWI

1 stop16h 06mSun Country Air

Thu 7/312:19 pmBWI - ORD

1 stop5h 56mSun Country Air

Deal found 4/28

$285

Fri 5/301:50 pmORD - BWI

Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest

Mon 6/210:35 amBWI - ORD

Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 4/28

$177

Wed 5/287:11 pmORD - DCA

Nonstop2h 04mAmerican Airlines

Sat 5/319:00 pmDCA - ORD

Nonstop2h 11mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$179

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Mon 5/58:30 amMDW - IAD

1 stop4h 53mFrontier

Mon 5/193:32 pmIAD - MDW

1 stop9h 15mFrontier

Deal found 4/27

$180

Mon 5/56:20 amORD - IAD

1 stop7h 03mFrontier

Mon 5/193:32 pmIAD - ORD

1 stop8h 39mFrontier

Deal found 4/27

$180

Mon 5/55:31 pmORD - BWI

1 stop6h 04mMultiple Airlines

Sat 5/1712:51 pmBWI - ORD

1 stop11h 38mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/27

$181

Tue 5/68:45 amORD - DCA

1 stop8h 15mJetBlue

Wed 5/712:45 pmDCA - ORD

1 stop6h 51mJetBlue

Deal found 4/28

$285

Tue 5/68:15 amMDW - BWI

Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest

Wed 5/78:45 pmBWI - MDW

Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest

Deal found 4/28

$295

Tue 5/66:45 amORD - BWI

1 stop4h 07mDelta

Mon 5/197:44 pmBWI - ORD

1 stop5h 14mDelta

Deal found 4/27

$302

Wed 5/711:10 amORD - BWI

1 stop7h 46mFrontier

Tue 5/136:07 amBWI - ORD

1 stop11h 34mFrontier

Deal found 4/27

$198

Wed 5/79:16 amMDW - BWI

1 stop6h 07mDelta

Mon 5/196:00 amBWI - MDW

1 stop3h 40mDelta

Deal found 4/27

$302

Thu 5/810:33 amORD - BWI

Nonstop1h 46mSpirit Airlines

Sat 5/1012:51 pmBWI - ORD

1 stop8h 12mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 4/27

$176

Thu 5/89:51 amMDW - BWI

Nonstop1h 57mFrontier

Mon 5/1910:03 amBWI - MDW

Nonstop2h 06mFrontier

Deal found 4/27

$181

Thu 5/88:03 pmMDW - DCA

1 stop24h 56mFrontier

Mon 5/127:00 amDCA - MDW

1 stop13h 08mFrontier

Deal found 4/28

$191

Thu 5/87:04 pmORD - BWI

Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines

Tue 5/137:26 amBWI - ORD

Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$293

One-way flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 28, 2025.

Mon 7/1412:50 pmMDW - BWI

Nonstop1h 56mFrontier

Deal found 4/28

$78

Sun 5/256:35 amMDW - BWI

Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 4/28

$81

Wed 7/26:35 pmORD - BWI

Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$81

Mon 5/1210:00 amORD - BWI

1 stop24h 04mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$82

Mon 5/198:03 pmMDW - DCA

1 stop15h 04mFrontier

Deal found 4/28

$87

Mon 5/198:30 amMDW - IAD

1 stop4h 53mFrontier

Deal found 4/28

$87

Wed 5/288:00 amORD - DCA

Nonstop1h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/27

$90

Wed 5/283:20 pmMDW - DCA

Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 4/28

$90

Wed 5/285:53 pmORD - IAD

Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$90

Sat 7/54:20 pmORD - BWI

1 stop5h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 4/28

$91

Tue 5/204:03 pmORD - DCA

1 stop5h 55mJetBlue

Deal found 4/28

$93

Thu 5/156:00 amORD - IAD

1 stop7h 23mFrontier

Deal found 4/28

$96

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ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/27

6:35 am-4:59 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/28

6:36 pm-7:43 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$174

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/29

9:55 am-6:52 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 6/1

8:10 am-9:24 am

Nonstop2h 14m

$174

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/17

7:47 am-8:29 pm

1 stop11h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/19

6:07 am-12:03 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$175

ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/13

7:45 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 6/15

6:55 am-7:55 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$177

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

1:50 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/2

10:35 am-11:50 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$177

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

7:04 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/2

7:26 am-8:43 am

Nonstop2h 17m

$178

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

7:40 pm-10:42 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/31

7:11 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$179

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - IAD

ORDIAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/28

2:24 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/28

10:18 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$179

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - DCA

MDWDCA

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/28

7:10 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/29

6:55 am-7:55 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$179

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - IAD

MDWIAD

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/8

8:30 am-2:23 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/19

3:32 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$180

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in April.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
Priceline	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

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British Airways

BA offers complimentary hot meals and beverages in economy, enhancing short-haul comfort.

BA's Executive Club offers free seat selection for mid-tier status, even on economy fares.

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United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for added comfort on short flights.

United's MileagePlus allows pooling miles, useful for family travel.

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Airports

ORD

At ORD, expect long walks between terminals. Use the free shuttle train outside security for faster transfers between terminals.

DCA

DCA is easily accessible via the D.C. Metro. The airport has its own Metro stop on the Yellow and Blue lines, making it convenient and affordable.

IAD

IAD is connected to D.C. via the Silver Line Metro. The station is about five minutes from the main terminal, offering a cheap transit option.

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 CHI to WAS?

When flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C., the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 50% versus a flight at noon.

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

The most flights from CHI to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (81 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (43 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,949 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,949 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,949 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,292 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,949 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,929 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,949 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Avelo Airlines

7.5

Good

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,949 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,696 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,949 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. round-trip?
Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $174. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $176 and $177, respectively. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C. one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $78. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Washington, D.C. for a low price.
What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?
The most popular flight routes from Chicago to Washington, D.C. are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl and Chicago O'Hare Intl - Baltimore/Washington.
What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?
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 Chicago to Washington, D.C. on time: Air China (89%), Ethiopian Air (86%), Austrian Airlines (84%).
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?
The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Washington, D.C. is $114. On average you can expect to pay $985. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $161.
Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C..
Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Washington, D.C. 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 Chicago to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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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Frontier	Cheapest$54	Average$165	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$101	Average$174	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
American Airlines	Cheapest$109	Average$293	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$140	Average$290	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
Delta	Cheapest$166	Average$273	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$173	Average$298	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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