Washington, D.C.

$69+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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CHI — WAS
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Washington, D.C. are usually found in August or September, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$157
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$69
(CheapOair)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$273

Good round-trip deal

$155 or less

Good one-way deal

$77 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From Chicago (CHI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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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 March 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 5/1312:41 pmORD - BWI
2 stops17h 50mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/158:24 amBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$157
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/141:03 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 50mFrontier
Wed 4/164:45 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 06mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/306:45 pmORD - BWI
Nonstop2h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/37:30 amBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$158
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 5/37:55 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Tue 5/65:00 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/261:30 pmORD - BWI
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Sat 5/311:30 amBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/265:59 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Tue 4/298:05 amBWI - MDW
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/27$167
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Sat 4/265:00 pmORD - BWI
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Tue 4/2912:47 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Deal found 3/27$167
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 4/1711:15 amORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 56mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/178:00 pmDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 4/235:25 pmMDW - DCA
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Wed 4/303:30 pmDCA - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 4/178:45 amORD - IAD
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/1710:20 pmIAD - ORD
Nonstop2h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 5/146:00 amORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/142:54 pmDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$178
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/116:45 amMDW - DCA
1 stop14h 14mFrontier
Tue 4/156:00 pmDCA - MDW
1 stop7h 21mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$178

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Washington, D.C.

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ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

12:41 pm-7:31 am

2 stops17h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/15

8:24 am-9:38 am

Nonstop2h 14m

$157

ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/14

1:03 pm-3:53 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/16

4:45 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$158

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

6:45 pm-9:49 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/3

7:30 am-8:40 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$158

ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/3

7:55 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 5/6

5:00 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$159

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

1:30 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/3

11:30 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$159

ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/26

5:59 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/29

8:05 am-12:03 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$167

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

5:00 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/29

12:47 pm-4:11 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$167

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - DCA

ORDDCA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/17

11:15 am-2:11 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/17

8:00 pm-9:17 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

$177

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - IAD

ORDIAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/17

8:45 am-11:44 am

Nonstop1h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/17

10:20 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$177

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - DCA

MDWDCA

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/23

5:25 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/30

3:30 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$177

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*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.

The best insider tips for Chicago to Washington, D.C. flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to Washington, D.C. trip
Airlines
British Airways

BA offers complimentary hot meals and beverages in economy, enhancing short-haul comfort.


BA's Executive Club offers free seat selection for mid-tier status, even on economy fares.

United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for added comfort on short flights.


United's MileagePlus allows pooling miles, useful for family travel.

Airports
ORD

At ORD, expect long walks between terminals. Use the free shuttle train outside security for faster transfers between terminals.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
DCA

DCA is easily accessible via the D.C. Metro. The airport has its own Metro stop on the Yellow and Blue lines, making it convenient and affordable.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
IAD

IAD is connected to D.C. via the Silver Line Metro. The station is about five minutes from the main terminal, offering a cheap transit option.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

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 March 21, 2025.

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 63 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 $309). Flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 March 28, 2025.

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 morning, which can drop the price by up to 49% 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 March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (76 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 March 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $157. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $158 and $158, respectively. These flights start at 32% 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 $69. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, 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.?

  • 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: Avianca (90%), Air China (89%), Austrian Airlines (89%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Washington, D.C. is $96. On average you can expect to pay $1,723. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Baltimore/Washington), can usually be booked for $104.

  • 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.

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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 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 $309). Flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$109Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$124Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$139Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$172Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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