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$70+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Chicago (CHI)

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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — CHI
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Chicago are usually found in September or January, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/67:00 amDCA - ORD
1 stop18h 35mFrontier
Sun 12/87:25 amORD - DCA
1 stop27h 36mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$144
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/47:00 amDCA - MDW
1 stop18h 13mFrontier
Sun 12/87:15 amMDW - DCA
1 stop27h 46mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$155
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1111:00 amDCA - ORD
1 stop5h 53mJetBlue
Tue 12/178:51 amORD - DCA
1 stop9h 07mJetBlue
Deal found 11/19$182
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/118:30 amDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/113:00 pmORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/119:43 amDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/156:07 amORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/246:35 pmDCA - MDW
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Tue 12/318:10 pmMDW - DCA
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/109:49 amDCA - ORD
1 stop4h 11mDelta
Tue 12/171:59 pmORD - DCA
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 11/19$216
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/109:49 amDCA - MDW
1 stop4h 01mDelta
Wed 12/115:50 pmMDW - DCA
1 stop4h 31mDelta
Deal found 11/19$216
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Tue 12/106:10 amDCA - ORD
1 stop13h 00mSouthwest
Thu 12/127:30 amORD - DCA
1 stop12h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$225

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reagan-National to Chicago 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/6

7:00 am-12:35 am

1 stop18h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/8

7:25 am-12:01 pm

1 stop27h 36m

$144

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/4

7:00 am-12:13 am

1 stop18h 13m

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/8

7:15 am-12:01 pm

1 stop27h 46m

$155

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/22

10:45 am-5:59 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/25

7:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$182

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/11

8:30 am-9:43 am

Nonstop2h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/11

3:00 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$197

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/11

9:43 am-11:03 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/15

6:07 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$198

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/24

6:35 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/31

8:10 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$198

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/10

9:49 am-1:00 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/17

1:59 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$216

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/10

9:49 am-12:50 pm

1 stop4h 01m

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/11

5:50 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop4h 31m

$216

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/10

6:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/12

7:30 am-8:55 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$225

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/24

1:01 pm-12:32 am

1 stop12h 31m

$70

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Reagan-National to Chicago

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reagan-National to Chicago. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago is 33 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 DCA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reagan-National to Chicago. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Reagan-National to Chicago. 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from DCA to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, such as Frontier, United Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,394 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $144. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by JetBlue and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $182 and $197, respectively. Frontier is 53% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago are Frontier ($70), JetBlue ($91), and American Airlines ($99).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago are Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chicago Midway and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chicago Greater Rockford.

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

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (100%), Japan Airlines (98%), SkyWest Airlines( 97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago is generally $1,016, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $92. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $163 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National to Chicago 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Reagan-National to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Reagan-National to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$101Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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