Cheap Flights from Washington to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Washington to Chicago

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Cheapest one way flight

$65

Frontier Airlines

1 layover

6h 17m

02/23/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Washington to Chicago departs on 02/23/2026, is operated by Frontier Airlines and costs $65

Cheapest round trip flight

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There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Washington to Chicago

The fastest flight

2h 2m

Fastest flight from Washington to Chicago takes 2h 2m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Su, Mo, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

5:59 AM

Latest flight

10:35 PM

Average flight duration

2h 8m

Direct flights count

215

Distance

955km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between Washington and Chicago is 955km (592 miles). The average flight duration is 2h 8m. There are 215 direct flights from Washington to Chicago. The time difference between Washington and Chicago is 1h. Flights from Washington begin at 5:59 AM. The latest flight from Washington departs at 10:35 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Washington to Chicago by month

The cost of a one-way flight from Washington to Chicago ranges from $67 (January 2026) to $183 (July 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $124–$147.

January 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$67

July 2026

Highest price

on average:

$183

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

More than 6 airlines operate flights from Washington to Chicago, including Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways, and Sun Country Airlines. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $65, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

starting at $65

starting at $89

starting at $113

starting at $79

starting at $97

starting at $144

Non-stop flights from Washington to Chicago

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Washington to Chicago, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Baltimore — Chicago

BWI — CHI

02/06/2026

Departure

Direct flight

F94307

starting at $65

Baltimore — Chicago

BWI — CHI

05/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

F94307

starting at $78

Washington — Chicago

WAS — CHI

01/31/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA3483

starting at $89

Baltimore — Chicago

BWI — CHI

05/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

F94307

starting at $96

Washington — Chicago

WAS — CHI

02/02/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA3487

starting at $105

Washington — Chicago

WAS — CHI

01/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AA1944

starting at $113

Baltimore — Chicago

BWI — CHI

11/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA704

starting at $129

Washington — Chicago

WAS — CHI

06/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA1738

starting at $162

Baltimore — Chicago

BWI — CHI

07/05/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA1996

starting at $167

Baltimore — Chicago

BWI — CHI

10/09/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA2432

starting at $187

Schedule of direct flights from Washington to Chicago

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Washington to Chicago:

United Airlines

Every day

starting at $189

Washington airports overview

Ronald Reagan National Airport

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DCA

5km

Convenient for downtown Washington, D.C. and the National Mall, offering primarily domestic and short-haul flights with direct Metro access and quick transfers across the Potomac.

Washington Dulles International Airport

•

IAD

37km

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Chicago airports overview

Merrill C Meigs

•

CGX

3km

Former single-runway general aviation facility on Chicago’s lakefront adjacent to downtown, serving business and private flights until its abrupt closure in 2003.

DuPage Airport

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DPA

52km

General aviation reliever near Chicago in West Chicago, Illinois, serving corporate, private and flight-training traffic with hangars, FBO services and maintenance, convenient for access to the western suburbs.

Chicago Midway International Airport

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MDW

14km

Serving Chicago’s Southwest Side and downtown, it handles mainly domestic flights with a strong presence of low-cost carriers and easy connections via the 'L' Orange Line and nearby expressways.

O'Hare International Airport

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ORD

26km

Major air hub serving Chicago and the Midwest, with extensive domestic and international routes, multiple terminals, and direct transit links to downtown for convenient connections.

Chicago Executive Airport

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PWK

35km

General aviation reliever airport northwest of downtown Chicago, serving business, private and charter flights and offering flight training and FBO services for the northern suburbs.

Chicago Rockford International Airport

•

RFD

140km

Serving Rockford and northern Illinois, the airport handles domestic passenger flights and is a major cargo hub. Convenient ground links provide access to the Chicago metro and surrounding communities.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Washington to Chicago?

The cheapest flight ticket from Washington to Chicago according to data for the last 48 hours costs $65

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Washington — Chicago?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Washington to Chicago is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Washington to Chicago?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Washington to Chicago can be found flying in these months: January, April, May.

How long does it take to fly from Washington to Chicago?

The fastest flights from Washington to Chicago start from 2 hours 2 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Washington to Chicago?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Washington — Chicago: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, American Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Washington to Chicago

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

Washington — Chicago

February 1

United Airlines

$154

Alternative routes

Baltimore ➜ Chicago•Charlottesville ➜ Chicago•Hagerstown ➜ Chicago•Lancaster ➜ Chicago•Philadelphia ➜ Chicago•Richmond ➜ Chicago•Washington ➜ Appleton•Washington ➜ Kalamazoo•Washington ➜ Champaign•Washington ➜ Fort Wayne•Washington ➜ Indianapolis•Washington ➜ Lansing•Washington ➜ Milwaukee•Washington ➜ Muskegon•Washington ➜ South Bend

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Cheapest one way flight

$65

Frontier Airlines

1 layover

6h 17m

02/23/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Washington to Chicago departs on 02/23/2026, is operated by Frontier Airlines and costs $65

Cheapest round trip flight

—

There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Washington to Chicago

The fastest flight

2h 2m

Fastest flight from Washington to Chicago takes 2h 2m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Su, Mo, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

5:59 AM

Latest flight

10:35 PM

Average flight duration

2h 8m

Direct flights count

215

Distance

955km

Timezone difference

1h

Baltimore — Chicago

BWI — CHI

02/06/2026

Departure

Direct flight

F94307

starting at $65

Baltimore — Chicago

BWI — CHI

05/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

F94307

starting at $78

Washington — Chicago

WAS — CHI

01/31/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA3483

starting at $89

Baltimore — Chicago

BWI — CHI

05/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

F94307

starting at $96

Washington — Chicago

WAS — CHI

02/02/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA3487

starting at $105

Washington — Chicago

WAS — CHI

01/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AA1944

starting at $113

Baltimore — Chicago

BWI — CHI

11/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA704

starting at $129

Washington — Chicago

WAS — CHI

06/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA1738

starting at $162

Baltimore — Chicago

BWI — CHI

07/05/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA1996

starting at $167

Baltimore — Chicago

BWI — CHI

10/09/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA2432

starting at $187

What is the cheapest price for flights from Washington to Chicago?

The cheapest flight ticket from Washington to Chicago according to data for the last 48 hours costs $65

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Washington — Chicago?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Washington to Chicago is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Washington to Chicago?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Washington to Chicago can be found flying in these months: January, April, May.

How long does it take to fly from Washington to Chicago?

The fastest flights from Washington to Chicago start from 2 hours 2 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Washington to Chicago?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Washington — Chicago: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, American Airlines

Cheap Flights from Washington to Chicago — $65

Cheapest flights from Washington to Chicago

Cheapest one way flight

$65

Frontier Airlines

1 layover

6h 17m

02/23/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

—

—

—

—

—

The fastest flight

2h 2m

Direct flights

Several times a week

Earliest flight

5:59 AM

Latest flight

10:35 PM

Average flight duration

2h 8m

Direct flights count

215

Distance

955km

Timezone difference

1h

Airfare from Washington to Chicago by month

January 2026

on average:

$67

July 2026

on average:

$183

Airlines operating on route

Non-stop flights from Washington to Chicago

Schedule of direct flights from Washington to Chicago

Washington airports overview

Ronald Reagan National Airport

Washington Dulles International Airport

Chicago airports overview

Merrill C Meigs

DuPage Airport

Chicago Midway International Airport

O'Hare International Airport

Chicago Executive Airport

Chicago Rockford International Airport

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Washington to Chicago

Alternative routes

Cheapest one way flight

$65

Frontier Airlines

1 layover

6h 17m

02/23/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

—

—

—

—

—

The fastest flight

2h 2m

Direct flights

Several times a week

Earliest flight

5:59 AM

Latest flight

10:35 PM

Average flight duration

2h 8m

Direct flights count

215

Distance

955km

Timezone difference