Washington, D.C.

$78+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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ORD — WAS
May 5 — May 121
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Washington, D.C.

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$175
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$78
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$257

Good round-trip deal

$199 or less

Good one-way deal

$99 or less
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From Illinois to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($7 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 April 2025
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/34:54 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop16h 00mFrontier
Wed 6/46:27 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$175
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/171:50 pmORD - BWI
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Sat 6/218:05 amBWI - ORD
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$175
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Thu 5/810:33 amORD - BWI
Nonstop1h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1012:51 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop8h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/27$176
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/307:50 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Sun 6/16:20 amBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$177
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Wed 9/108:00 amORD - BWI
Nonstop1h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/165:20 pmBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$179
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Fri 5/307:50 amORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/319:00 pmDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$179
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/308:10 pmMDW - DCA
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Sat 5/316:00 amDCA - MDW
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$179
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Thu 5/1510:33 amORD - BWI
Nonstop1h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2110:40 amBWI - ORD
1 stop22h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$180
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Mon 5/128:30 amMDW - IAD
1 stop4h 53mFrontier
Thu 5/153:32 pmIAD - MDW
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$180
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Thu 5/156:00 amORD - IAD
1 stop7h 23mFrontier
Mon 5/193:32 pmIAD - ORD
1 stop8h 39mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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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Wed 5/214:03 pmORD - DCA
1 stop5h 55mJetBlue
Wed 5/281:45 pmDCA - ORD
1 stop5h 51mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$183

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Illinois

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/3

4:54 pm-9:54 am

1 stop16h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/4

6:27 pm-7:31 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$175

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/17

1:50 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 6/21

8:05 am-4:25 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$175

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

3:16 pm-12:44 am

1 stop8h 28m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/17

12:51 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop11h 38m

$176

ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/30

7:50 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 6/1

6:20 am-7:25 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$177

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

8:00 am-10:57 am

Nonstop1h 57m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/16

5:20 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$179

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

7:50 am-10:44 am

Nonstop1h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/31

9:00 pm-10:11 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$179

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - DCA

MDWDCA

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/30

8:10 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$179

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - IAD

MDWIAD

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/12

8:30 am-2:23 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/15

3:32 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$180

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - IAD

ORDIAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/15

6:00 am-2:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/19

3:32 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$180

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

10:33 am-1:19 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/15

8:10 am-9:24 am

Nonstop2h 14m

$181

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 April 30, 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. as you normally would.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 April 30, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (74 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals 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 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 April 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Illinois to Washington, D.C. have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois 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 $78. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,008 for a flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $114 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $179.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Illinois 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$109Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$140Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$166Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$173Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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