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$85+ Cheap flights from Washington to Chicago (CHI)

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SEA — CHI
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington (USWA) to Chicago (CHI). 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 November 21, 2024.

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Fri 12/139:57 amSEA - ORD
1 stop7h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/166:32 amORD - SEA
Nonstop4h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$175
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Fri 12/139:57 amSEA - ORD
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Mon 12/168:25 pmORD - SEA
1 stop23h 56mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$176
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Sat 12/146:15 amSEA - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mDelta
Mon 12/162:10 pmORD - SEA
Nonstop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/21$178
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Sun 12/81:40 pmSEA - MDW
1 stop20h 08mFrontier
Thu 12/1212:43 pmMDW - SEA
1 stop22h 14mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$178
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Sat 12/145:51 pmSEA - ORD
Nonstop3h 56mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/166:32 amORD - SEA
Nonstop4h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$183
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Thu 12/512:50 pmSEA - ORD
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/89:53 pmORD - SEA
1 stop16h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$198
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Tue 11/2611:55 amPDX - ORD
1 stop24h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/312:57 pmORD - PDX
1 stop12h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$213
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Wed 12/47:35 amPDX - MDW
1 stop14h 38mFrontier
Thu 12/1212:43 pmMDW - PDX
1 stop23h 04mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$213
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Tue 12/109:08 amPDX - ORD
2 stops24h 57mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/116:33 pmORD - PDX
2 stops21h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$214
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Tue 12/1711:39 amPDX - ORD
1 stop16h 03mFrontier
Sat 12/214:21 pmORD - PDX
1 stop25h 23mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$216
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Fri 12/1311:55 pmSEA - ORD
Nonstop3h 57mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/188:45 amORD - SEA
1 stop9h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$232
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Wed 12/44:00 pmSEA - MDW
1 stop17h 48mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/64:27 pmMDW - SEA
3 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$240

Find flights from Washington to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington 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 21, 2024.

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SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 12/13

9:57 am-7:30 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/16

6:32 am-9:20 am

Nonstop4h 48m

$175

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 12/13

9:57 am-7:30 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/16

8:25 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop23h 56m

$176

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 1/15

7:10 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/19

7:00 am-9:58 am

Nonstop4h 58m

$178

SeattleChicago

SEA - MDW

SEAMDW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 12/8

1:40 pm-11:48 am

1 stop20h 08m

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/12

12:43 pm-8:57 am

1 stop22h 14m

$178

SeattleChicago

SEA - MDW

SEAMDW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 1/15

10:40 am-4:40 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/17

5:35 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$179

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 12/14

5:51 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop3h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/16

6:32 am-9:20 am

Nonstop4h 48m

$183

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 3/18

1:35 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

8:20 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop4h 38m

$189

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 12/5

12:50 pm-5:30 am

1 stop14h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/8

9:53 pm-11:55 am

1 stop16h 02m

$198

SeattleChicago

SEA - MDW

SEAMDW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 1/9

12:13 pm-11:48 am

1 stop21h 35m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/13

9:09 pm-5:54 pm

2 stops22h 45m

$203

PortlandChicago

PDX - MDW

PDXMDW

Portland

Mon 2/10

12:03 pm-12:17 am

1 stop10h 14m

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/2

8:44 pm-8:40 am

1 stop13h 56m

$212

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Best time to book a flight from Washington to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Washington to Chicago

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of Washington to Chicago?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from State of Washington 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 WA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington 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 21, 2024.

When flying from State of Washington to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from State of Washington to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington 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 21, 2024.

The most flights from USWA to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (35 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 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Delta and Alaska Airlines from Washington to Chicago. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,810 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of Washington to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $85. Southwest flights start at $85 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $92 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from State of Washington to Chicago?

    While some choose either Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Chicago Midway or Portland - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from State of Washington to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from State of Washington to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from State of Washington to Chicago consider choosing Avianca (100%), KLM (98%) or WestJet (98%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from State of Washington to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from State of Washington to Chicago is generally $777, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $93. When looking at the most popular route, (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $153 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington 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 State of Washington to Chicago?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from State of Washington 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 7 airlines flying from Washington to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Washington 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 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$100Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$116Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$127Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
FrontierCheapest$131Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$136Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$154Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$200Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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