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$70+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to District of Columbia

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CHI — IAD
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to District of Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to District of Columbia (USDC). 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 20, 2024.

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Fri 12/67:15 amMDW - DCA
1 stop8h 44mFrontier
Mon 12/91:01 pmDCA - MDW
1 stop12h 12mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$138
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/137:00 amMDW - IAD
1 stop10h 19mFrontier
Wed 12/183:25 pmIAD - MDW
1 stop6h 52mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$138
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1310:59 amORD - IAD
1 stop6h 20mFrontier
Wed 12/183:25 pmIAD - ORD
1 stop7h 20mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$138
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Mon 12/97:25 amORD - DCA
1 stop27h 36mFrontier
Wed 12/111:01 pmDCA - ORD
1 stop25h 59mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$144
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.
Tue 12/108:51 amORD - DCA
1 stop7h 52mJetBlue
Tue 12/179:45 amDCA - ORD
1 stop7h 08mJetBlue
Deal found 11/19$182
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.
Tue 12/108:05 amORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/1012:34 pmDCA - ORD
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$196
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/186:30 amORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/255:00 pmDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$197
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/183:56 pmORD - IAD
Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/2510:20 pmIAD - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$197
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Wed 12/183:25 pmMDW - DCA
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Wed 1/82:55 pmDCA - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$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.
Wed 12/113:35 pmORD - DCA
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Sat 12/147:35 pmDCA - ORD
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Deal found 11/19$216
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Wed 12/1812:44 pmMDW - DCA
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Wed 12/256:00 amDCA - MDW
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/19$216
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Wed 12/185:50 pmMDW - IAD
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Wed 12/256:00 amIAD - MDW
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/19$216

Find flights from Chicago to District of Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to District of Columbia 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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ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - IAD

ORDIAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/10

10:59 am-6:18 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/13

8:15 am-10:23 pm

1 stop15h 08m

$132

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/6

7:25 am-9:59 pm

1 stop13h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/9

6:00 pm-12:32 am

1 stop7h 32m

$138

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - DCA

MDWDCA

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/14

8:15 am-9:56 pm

1 stop12h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/19

6:00 pm-12:17 am

1 stop7h 17m

$138

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - IAD

MDWIAD

Chicago Midway

Fri 12/13

7:00 am-6:19 pm

1 stop10h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/18

3:25 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$138

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/6

8:42 am-5:00 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/9

1:00 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$182

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/10

8:05 am-10:55 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/10

12:34 pm-4:18 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$196

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/18

6:30 am-9:23 am

Nonstop1h 53m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/25

5:00 pm-6:18 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$197

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - IAD

ORDIAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/18

3:56 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/25

10:20 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$197

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - DCA

MDWDCA

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/18

3:25 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/8

2:55 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$198

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/7

11:05 am-5:20 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/14

9:55 am-12:55 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$216

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to District of Columbia

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to District of Columbia

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to District of Columbia?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to District of Columbia (average of $300). Flying from Chicago to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to District of Columbia. 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.

When flying from Chicago to District of Columbia, 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 Chicago to District of Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to District of Columbia. 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 CHI to USDC are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to District of Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. 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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Porter Airlines
7.8
Good
288 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air Transat
7.8
Good
389 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Chicago to District of Columbia. 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 Chicago to District of Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $70. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to District of Columbia for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to District of Columbia?

    The most popular flight routes from Chicago to District of Columbia are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and Chicago Midway - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to District of Columbia?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to District of Columbia on time: Emirates (100%), Air China (100%), Avianca (97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to District of Columbia?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to District of Columbia is generally $802, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $114. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $159 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to District of Columbia (average of $300). Flying from Chicago to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 Chicago to District of Columbia

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to District of Columbia. 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$54Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$121Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$138Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$158Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$159Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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