Question 1

What days are nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.

Question 2

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Chicago on average per day?

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On average, you can expect to see 15 flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago a day.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 73% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 27% of flight departures

Question 3

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Airlines like Frontier and Spirit Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago in about 1h 56m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 47m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is about 590 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

Question 4

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

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Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago round-trip from $58. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Spirit Airlines. Frontier is 79% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Question 5

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

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One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $34 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $51 and United Airlines from $65 one-way.

Question 6

When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago (average of $244). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $342). 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.

January

$248

February

$244

March

$280

April

$258

May

$278

June

$342

July

$327

August

$274

September

$258

October

$248

November

$270

December

$248

Question 7

When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, you should look to book at least 38 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.

Question 8

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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

Question 9

How recently were the Washington, D.C. to Chicago flight deals updated?

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The Washington, D.C. to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

Question 10

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Consider American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago.

Question 11

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

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The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Baltimore/Washington - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chicago Midway.

Question 12

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

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Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $104. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $184 on average our data indicates $1,478 when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago.

Question 13

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

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The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago are Egypt Air (96%), Ethiopian Air (95%) and Scandinavian Airlines (93%).

Question 14

Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $58, but on average you can expect to pay $74.

Question 15

Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is less than $112.

Question 16

Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under $100?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $100.

Question 17

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Thursday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Chicago.

Question 18

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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To save on the cost of your flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, book at least 39 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 109% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $419 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $472.

Question 19

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

April can be a great time to fly to Chicago from Washington, D.C. with a flight ticket averaging about $285. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of April for as cheap as $79. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

Question 20

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago (WAS - CHI)?

Accepted Answer

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Question 21

Accepted Answer

If you’re traveling from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Washington, D.C. to Chicago flights are typically 22% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $360.95 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $276. When traveling from Washington, D.C. to Chicago on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, Spirit Airlines flights are 13% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Question 22

Accepted Answer

If you’re traveling from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is American Airlines. Flights from American Airlines traveling this route typically cost $346.47 RT. This price is typically 45% more expensive than other airlines that offer Washington, D.C. to Chicago flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $156. The most popular departure airport in Washington, D.C. when flying to Chicago is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Chicago is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, American Airlines flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Question 23

What does IAD to ORD mean?

Accepted Answer

This is defined as Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Codes like Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

Question 24

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

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The amount of baggage you can bring on your Washington, D.C. to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 25

Can I find deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago with specific airlines?

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Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Washington, D.C. to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Question 26

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

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

Question 27

How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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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 Washington, D.C. to Chicago.

Question 28

Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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.

Question 29

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

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Many airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 30

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Washington, D.C. to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 31

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Chicago from Washington, D.C. today with Cheapflights!

Question 32

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and put it in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

Question 33

Can Cheapflights find flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago with no change fees?

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Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Question 34

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago become cheaper?

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Yes! Start tracking prices for Washington, D.C. to Chicago flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

Popular in	June
Cheapest in	April
Round-trip from	$223
One-way from	$58

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$63	Average$138	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$68	Average$128	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%	Search Spirit Airlines flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$153	Average$322	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$156	Average$346	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	Cheapest$175	Average$375	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights

22%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
36%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
32%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
10%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	45daily flights
Monday	76daily flights
Tuesday	70daily flights
Wednesday	69daily flights
Thursday	67daily flights
Friday	72daily flights
Saturday	45daily flights

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