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Cheap flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. from £54

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 22/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — WAS
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Chicago to Washington, D.C. are usually found in August or September, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

07:00-09:55

Nonstop1h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 11/1

11:25-12:45

Nonstop2h 20m

£114

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

18:00-21:03

Nonstop2h 03m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 14/1

11:51-13:12

Nonstop2h 21m

£118

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 13/1

17:50-20:48

Nonstop1h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 17/1

17:22-18:40

Nonstop2h 18m

£129

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

05:00-07:43

2 stops25h 43m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 14/1

08:00-20:13

2 stops13h 13m

£142

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/1

07:00-17:00

1 stop9h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 13/1

13:00-17:59

1 stop5h 59m

£144

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 14/12

05:40-13:04

1 stop6h 24m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 14/12

18:44-23:58

1 stop6h 14m

£155

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/1

06:30-09:32

Nonstop2h 02m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 30/1

06:30-07:48

Nonstop2h 18m

£156

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - IAD

ORDIAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/12

13:19-16:13

Nonstop1h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/1

22:09-23:15

Nonstop2h 06m

£156

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

20:25-23:20

Nonstop1h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 14/1

17:59-19:22

Nonstop2h 23m

£156

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/12

14:50-22:51

1 stop7h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 25/12

12:31-16:40

1 stop5h 09m

£170

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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 21 November 2024.

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£114

One-way from

£54

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Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 7/1-11/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Chicago to Washington, D.C.
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 22/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 58m total
  • Chicago to Washington, D.C.
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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 21 November 2024.

Tue 31/1205:45ORD - BWI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Wed 15/112:35BWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 20/11£133
Wed 18/1208:51ORD - DCA
1 stop9h 07mJetBlue
Wed 8/113:00DCA - ORD
1 stop5h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 19/11£144
Fri 13/1210:46ORD - BWI
Nonstop1h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 14/1217:25BWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11£149
Sat 14/1205:40ORD - BWI
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Sat 14/1218:44BWI - ORD
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Deal found 20/11£155
Fri 13/1221:05ORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 15/1207:52DCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11£156
Wed 18/1208:48ORD - IAD
Nonstop1h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/122:09IAD - ORD
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11£156
Wed 18/1214:50ORD - DCA
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Wed 25/1212:31DCA - ORD
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Deal found 20/11£170
Tue 17/1205:40ORD - IAD
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Tue 7/115:05IAD - ORD
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 19/11£170
Wed 18/1213:45ORD - DCA
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Wed 8/106:05DCA - ORD
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 19/11£190
Tue 3/1217:30ORD - DCA
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/1209:40DCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/11£294
Mon 25/1119:10ORD - IAD
1 stop15h 29mSun Country Air
Wed 27/1112:47IAD - ORD
1 stop20h 34mSun Country Air
Deal found 20/11£362
Sun 1/1212:15ORD - IAD
1 stop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/1213:41IAD - ORD
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/11£403

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

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 return flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 57 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. (average of £606). Flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £898). 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 21 November 2024.

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 at midday, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight in the morning.

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 21 November 2024.

The most flights from CHI to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (77 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 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 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

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 21 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Delta and Sun Country Air. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very Good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very Good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.5
Good
3,831 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.5
Good
3,394 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

    Southwest, at £114, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include American Airlines and United Airlines. Southwest is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £54 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from £70 and JetBlue from £72 one-way.

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Emirates (100%), Air China (100%), Avianca( 97%).

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

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    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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. (average of £606). Flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £898). 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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