District of Columbia

$71+ Cheap flights from Illinois to District of Columbia

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ORD — IAD
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to District of Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) 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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$157
(Frontier)

One-way from

$71
(Mytrip)
From Illinois to District of Columbia
One-way flight from Illinois to District of Columbia

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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/224:59 pmMLI - DCA
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Mon 1/63:50 pmDCA - MLI
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 12/20$298
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/308:25 amMDW - IAD
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Wed 1/13:25 pmIAD - MDW
1 stop6h 52mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/236:03 pmPIA - IAD
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/305:00 amIAD - PIA
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$323
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sat 12/215:00 amMLI - DCA
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/2510:11 amDCA - MLI
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:33 pmORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/811:59 amDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$358
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Sat 12/287:10 amORD - IAD
1 stop9h 17mFrontier
Mon 1/138:15 amIAD - ORD
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$378
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/311:45 pmORD - DCA
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Wed 1/86:05 amDCA - ORD
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/20$382
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:00 amORD - DCA
1 stop9h 59mFrontier
Mon 1/61:01 pmDCA - ORD
1 stop11h 45mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$398
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/315:03 amSTL - DCA
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/98:15 pmDCA - STL
Nonstop2h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/286:08 pmORD - IAD
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/1310:09 pmIAD - ORD
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$408
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/286:25 pmMDW - IAD
1 stop3h 37mDelta
Mon 1/136:00 amIAD - MDW
1 stop3h 54mDelta
Deal found 12/20$409
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/296:40 amMDW - DCA
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Fri 1/109:20 pmDCA - MDW
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$429

Find flights from Illinois to District of Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/24

6:50 am-12:03 pm

1 stop28h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 2/28

6:00 pm-12:44 am

1 stop7h 44m

$157

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - DCA

MDWDCA

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/20

6:40 am-4:59 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/24

6:00 pm-12:17 am

1 stop7h 17m

$157

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - IAD

MDWIAD

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/3

8:25 am-9:05 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/6

4:42 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$158

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

Sun 1/12

5:57 pm-4:38 pm

1 stop23h 41m

$158

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/10

9:10 am-4:00 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/13

1:00 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$181

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

6:00 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/10

8:45 pm-10:04 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$189

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/23

6:30 am-9:32 am

Nonstop2h 02m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/25

6:30 am-7:48 am

Nonstop2h 18m

$191

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - DCA

MDWDCA

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/17

6:25 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/20

6:55 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$192

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - IAD

ORDIAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/12

6:08 pm-9:01 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/19

10:30 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$194

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/24

6:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/28

7:59 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$210

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

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to District of Columbia

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Illinois to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 IL to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 22, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to District of Columbia as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to District of Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from USIL to USDC are scheduled on a Saturday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 December 22, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Illinois to District of Columbia have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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Good
3,265 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to District of Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $71. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Allegiant Air, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to District of Columbia for a low price.

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Illinois to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 6 airlines flying from Illinois to District of Columbia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$120Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$138Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$160Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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