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Close dialog Prices are for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for 1 adult in Economy. Flight times are based on nonstop flights or flights with the fewest stops available.
Flight information for Washington, D.C. to Chicago to help you plan your next trip.
| Cheapest round-trip flight | $78 | FrontierNonstop2 hrNov 16 — Nov 18 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is currently $78 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $29 | FrontierNonstop2 hrNov 13 | The cheapest one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is currently $29 | |
| Fastest flight | 1 hr 55 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago takes 1 hr 55 min | ||
| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Close dialog Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Washington, D.C. to Chicago per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is typically January. The most expensive one is typically June.
| January Cheapest | Typical prices: $95–230 |
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| June Most expensive | Typical prices: $145–235 |
Popular airports near Washington, D.C.
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Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington
50 min
22 mi
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Baltimore
50 min
27 mi
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia
2 hr 21 min
116 mi
Popular airports near Chicago
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Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago
31 min
16 mi
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago
22 min
9 mi
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Milwaukee
1 hr 28 min
75 mi
Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Indianapolis
2 hr 54 min
165 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago
How long does it take to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
1 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from Washington, D.C. to Chicago.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in January. Typical prices range from $95 to $230.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago was with Frontier from $78. The best one-way deal was with Frontier from $29.
When are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago available?
There are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
Southwest, Frontier, United and American fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Chicago.
What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago starts at $78 from Sat, Nov 16 to Mon, Nov 18. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $29 and departs on Wed, Nov 13.
When should you visit Chicago?
Chicago's peak season is Jun–Aug. Popular events throughout year include St. Patrick's Day, when the river is tinted green (Mar 17); the Pride Parade (Jun); the Taste of Chicago culinary festival (Jul) and the Jazz Festival (Sep). During the holiday season (Nov–Dec), the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket, a German Christmas market in Daley Plaza, draw crowds to the city.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
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Popular trips from Washington, D.C.
Close dialog These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months. Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Las Vegas
$99
Nov 16 — Nov 18
Nonstop4 hr 59 minSpirit
Atlanta
$38
Nov 14 — Nov 18
Nonstop2 hr 2 minFrontier
Seattle
$128
Oct 5 — Oct 7
1 stop10 hr 47 minFrontier
London
$377
Dec 6 — Dec 8
1 stop10 hr 50 minPLAY
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