On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Washington, D.C. — Chicago route. The distance between the cities is 957 km, and flight frequency reaches 191 flights per week.
Regular flights are operated by airlines such as United Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so to find the best deal, use the low price calendar and check information on how to get to the departure airport and how to arrange a transfer from the arrival airport.
The table shows direct flights Washington, D.C. → Chicago on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 8 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and All Nippon Airways. Departures from Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport airports, arrivals at O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport and Midway International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Washington, D.C. — Chicago by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 293 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 828 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Washington, D.C. → Chicago, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 428 | low | May | AED 559 | high | Sep | AED 484 | low |
| Feb | AED 428 | low | Jun | AED 615 | high | Oct | AED 466 | low |
| Mar | AED 503 | medium | Jul | AED 633 | high | Nov | AED 540 | medium |
| Apr | AED 503 | medium | Aug | AED 540 | medium | Dec | AED 578 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Chicago is July with temperatures reaching 26.5°C, while the coldest is January. Precipitation peaks in May, whereas November is considered the driest month of the year.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in July and starts AED 252. The highest ticket prices are seen in April, when the cost increases AED 691.
The optimal time for a trip is September, when the weather remains comfortable and prices are moderate. It is recommended to avoid flying in March and April if saving money is your priority.
Regular service on this route is provided by major airlines such as United Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. A total of about 191 flights per week are operated, most of which are direct and connect the cities' main airports. Detailed information on departure times, flight frequency, and fare types for each carrier can be found in the interactive list below.
Flights Washington, D.C. — Chicago depart from Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport and arrive at O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Midway International Airport and Chicago Rockford International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 957 km. A direct flight usually takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, though time may vary depending on the departure airport and weather conditions.
The route is served by United Airlines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and other carriers. A full list of airlines and their schedules is available on this page.
Yes, this route is served by a large number of direct flights daily, allowing you to choose a convenient departure time throughout the day.
Flight prices are constantly changing based on demand and season. You can check the current minimum for your dates in the low price calendar above.
Flights from Washington arrive at the city's main airports — O'Hare (ORD) or Midway (MDW). Exact information about the arrival airport is specified in the details of each individual ticket.
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