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$58+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — WAS
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Washington, D.C. are usually found in August or September, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 23, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$119
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$59
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$242
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:25 amMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 52mFrontier
Wed 1/110:07 amBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/316:00 pmORD - BWI
Nonstop1h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/112:15 pmBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/314:50 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Wed 1/16:02 amBWI - MDW
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/23$278
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.
Tue 12/3110:10 amMDW - BWI
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Mon 1/65:40 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$293
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Mon 12/306:00 amMDW - IAD
1 stop7h 34mFrontier
Mon 1/64:42 pmIAD - MDW
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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
Tue 1/286:55 amDCA - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$356
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/3012:40 pmORD - BWI
2 stops28h 23mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/67:18 pmBWI - ORD
2 stops18h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$361
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/292:00 pmORD - DCA
1 stop3h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/282:55 pmDCA - ORD
1 stop3h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/301:54 pmORD - IAD
1 stop4h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/65:29 pmIAD - ORD
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$397
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Mon 12/304:00 pmORD - BWI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Mon 1/68:10 pmBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/23$434
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/316:55 amORD - DCA
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Thu 1/27:00 amDCA - ORD
1 stop13h 34mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$438
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Mon 12/309:05 pmORD - IAD
Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/610:35 pmIAD - ORD
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$444

Find flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. 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 23, 2024.

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ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/22

8:23 am-2:44 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/25

6:00 am-4:31 pm

1 stop11h 31m

$120

ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/17

1:04 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/20

12:58 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$124

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/7

8:14 pm-7:39 am

1 stop10h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/13

9:15 am-4:38 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$125

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/26

4:35 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/1

11:25 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$139

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/4

8:20 am-11:17 am

Nonstop1h 57m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/11

11:51 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$141

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

6:15 am-12:37 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/10

4:15 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$145

ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/29

6:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/1

6:35 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$150

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.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/16

7:25 am-9:59 pm

1 stop13h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/20

7:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$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

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Chicago-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Washington, D.C. 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 Chicago-Washington, D.C. 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 Chicago to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

When flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C., the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. 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 23, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (64 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, Southwest and American Airlines from Chicago to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,263 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,022 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
821 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. 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 flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $119. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $139 and $141, respectively. These flights start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $59. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Chicago to Washington, D.C. are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and Chicago O'Hare Intl - Baltimore/Washington.

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

    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 Washington, D.C. on time: Qatar Airways (89%), Envoy Air (86%), Alaska Airlines (86%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Washington, D.C. is $105. On average you can expect to pay $389. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for $169.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 Chicago to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. 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 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$120Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$138Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$160Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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