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$69+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated agosto 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$110
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One-way from

$69
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$169

Good round-trip deal

$139 or less

Good one-way deal

$85 or less
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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 agosto 14, 2025.

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1 stop6h 14mMultiple Airlines
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Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
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Nonstop1h 56mFrontier
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Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
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qua 9/105:05 amORD - BWI
1 stop8h 42mSpirit Airlines
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1 stop11h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$112
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Nonstop2h 06mFrontier
Deal found 8/13$113
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qua 9/105:05 amORD - BWI
1 stop8h 42mSpirit Airlines
dom 9/149:57 amBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 13mSpirit Airlines
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1 stop10h 28mSpirit Airlines
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Nonstop2h 13mSpirit Airlines
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Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
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1 stop10h 36mFrontier
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. 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 agosto 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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6:20 am-3:35 pm

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9:21 am-10:26 am

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$110

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sex 10/10

6:30 am-9:22 am

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10:17 am-11:30 am

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6:20 am-7:10 pm

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5:40 pm-6:43 pm

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6:15 am-4:34 pm

1 stop9h 19m

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5:40 pm-6:43 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$110

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Chicago Midway

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1:49 pm-4:50 pm

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ter 9/30

8:12 am-3:58 pm

1 stop8h 46m

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3:40 pm-6:35 pm

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1 stop5h 36m

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Chicago Midway

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9:10 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

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sex 9/12

5:40 pm-6:43 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$111

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Chicago Midway

sex 11/7

1:37 pm-12:13 am

1 stop9h 36m

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9:21 am-10:26 am

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11:57 am-11:25 pm

1 stop10h 28m

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

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to Washington, D.C. trip
Airlines
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.

Read more about British Airwaysby Gabriel Leigh
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.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
ORD

Prepare for long walks between terminals at ORD. Check your airline's terminal in advance to save time navigating this busy airport.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
DCA

DCA is easily accessible via the Metro, offering a convenient and affordable way to reach downtown D.C. from the airport.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
IAD

The Silver Line Metro now connects IAD to D.C., making it a cost-effective option for reaching the city.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on British Airways

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD and IAD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on DCA

Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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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.?

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

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 41 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. (average of $302). Flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated agosto 14, 2025.

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 54% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

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.

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. 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 agosto 14, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (86 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $303.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C., based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 8h 44m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 39m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated agosto 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,045 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,219 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $105. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $155 and $166, respectively. These flights start at 53% 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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $69. 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: Sun Country Air (100%), Air China (83%), Avianca (82%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Washington, D.C. is $124. On average you can expect to pay $2,002. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $189.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. (average of $302). Flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$46Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$78Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$140Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$166Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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