Cheap Flight Deals From Chicago (CHI) to Washington (WAS) Starting at $35

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Chicago to Washington

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 3
MDW
Midway Intl.
BWI
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
$88 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$88
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 30 from Midway Intl. to Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall, returning Tue, Oct 3, priced at $88 found 1 day ago
Sat, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 2
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
BWI
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
$308 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$308
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 30 from O'Hare Intl. to Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall, returning Mon, Oct 2, priced at $308 found 1 hour ago
Fri, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 2
MDW
Midway Intl.
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
$428 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$428
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 29 from Midway Intl. to Ronald Reagan Washington National, returning Mon, Oct 2, priced at $428 found 4 days ago
Fri, Sep 29 - Sat, Sep 30
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
$439 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$439
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 29 from O'Hare Intl. to Washington Dulles Intl., returning Sat, Sep 30, priced at $439 found 17 hours ago

Airfares from $35 One Way, $72 Round Trip from Chicago to Washington

Prices starting at $72 for return flights and $35 for one-way flights to Washington were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Oct 3 - Sat, Nov 4
ORD
Chicago
BWI
Baltimore
$72 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$72
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 3 from Chicago to Baltimore, returning Sat, Nov 4, priced at $72 found 1 day ago
Sat, Dec 16 - Sun, Jan 14
ORD
Chicago
BWI
Baltimore
$152 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Dec 16 from Chicago to Baltimore, returning Sun, Jan 14, priced at $152 found 5 hours ago
Tue, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 9
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
$155 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Dec 5 from Chicago to Washington, returning Sat, Dec 9, priced at $155 found 1 hour ago
Tue, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 17
ORD
Chicago
BWI
Baltimore
$158 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 13 from Chicago to Baltimore, returning Sat, Feb 17, priced at $158 found 11 hours ago
Sun, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 23
ORD
Chicago
IAD
Washington
$160 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Nov 19 from Chicago to Washington, returning Thu, Nov 23, priced at $160 found 1 hour ago

More About Flying To Washington from Chicago

Route Information for Flights from Chicago to Washington

Origin Airport IATA Code
CHI
Destination Airport IATA Code
WAS
Distance
610 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
American Airlines, Qatar Airways, JAL, Alaska Airlines, Emirates, Royal Jordanian, SAS, ANA, Air New Zealand, United Airlines, British Airways
Earliest Flight Arrival
1:00PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
3:22AM UTC

Finding Flights from Chicago to Washington DC

Airports in Chicago

The city of Chicago is primarily served by two international airports. Travelers looking for low-fare flights from Chicago can use Orbitz.com to find flights from both O'Hare and Midway. O'Hare International Airport is located approximately 17 miles northwest of downtown Chicago. Midway International Airport is located on the city's southwest side, approximately eight miles from Chicago's Loop. O'Hare serves as a hub for American Airlines and United Airlines, and Midway is a hub for Southwest Airlines.

Chicago Airport Parking

Daily, hourly, and valet parking are available at O'Hare. Rates vary from $2.00 to $10.00 per hour. An economy parking lot is also available at a rate of $2.00 per hour. Similar parking options and rates apply at Midway.

Chicago Airport Transportation

There are numerous transportation options for getting to and from both O'Hare and Midway. O'Hare can be accessed via regional trains, buses, and local mass transit lines. The CTA Blue Line offers a fast and convenient transportation option to and from this airport. Midway is served by the CTA Orange Line. Car rental services are available at both airports, and travelers can quickly book car rental services at either airport using Orbitz.com.

Chicago Airport Restaurants

Both O'Hare and Midway offer a variety of restaurant options for travelers. Restaurants located in both airports include Starbuck's Coffee, Chicago Style Hot Dogs, McDonald's, Auntie Anne's, Chili's, Cinnabon, and Dunkin Donuts, making it easy for visitors to grab a quick breakfast, snack, or meal. By using Orbitz.com, travelers can quickly and easily find low-fare flights from Chicago.

Washington DC Airport

Orbitz.com can help you book cheap flights to Washington DC, which is served by Dulles International Airport. Dulles is located 26 miles from Washington DC, in Chantilly, Virginia. It was the first American airport designed for commercial travel. The airport offers nonstop service to 114 destinations within the United States as well as 37 international locations. Orbitz.com can help you find deals on your air ticket.

Transportation

Dulles airport offers more than 24,000 public parking spaces, with most requiring an hourly fee for use. The airport provides an economy lot as well as valet parking. Visitors picking up passengers can utilize the cell phone waiting area. Dulles International Airport offers a variety of transportation options, including taxis, coaches and shuttles. Rental cars, Metrorail, and Metrobus are also convenient transportation options that are readily available. Taxi fare from the airport to downtown Washington DC costs around $20. A one-way Metrorail fare is $1.70, and a one-way Metrobus fare is $1.60.

Weather

Generally, the weather in Washington DC is mild compared to other East Coast cities. Winter temperatures can dip as low as 24°F, and the area occasionally gets snowstorms. Springtime is mild, with temperatures averaging 60°F. Summer months can get very hot, with average temperatures around 89°F. The fall temperatures often average 54°F.

Dulles Airport Restaurants

Many restaurants are available to passengers at the Dulles International Airport. Five Guys, Harry's Tap Room, Capital Grounds Coffee, California Tortilla, and Vino Volo Wine Room are just a sampling of the dining options. Checking Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Washington DC is your best bet for finding great deals.

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Chicago to Washington now?
If you’re agonizing over travel restrictions and quarantine requirements when traveling by plane from Chicago to Washington, check out the Covid-19 Travel Advisor.
Are there non-stop flights from Chicago to Washington?
The good news is, there are. United Airlines and American Airlines are two carriers that will take you directly from ORD to DCA.
What is the shortest flight from Chicago to Washington?
If the weather is good and everything goes to plan, you could be coming in to land at Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) from MDW in only 2 hours and 34 minutes. With such a speedy flight time, contemplate bringing just hand luggage.
What airlines fly from Chicago to Washington most frequently?
Consider booking a ticket with United Airlines (UA), which flies frequently along this route. This airline operates 208 flights every month between O’Hare Airport and DCA. Alternatively, reserve a seat with American Airlines (AA). You’ll have 208 monthly flights between Chicago and Washington to select from with this company.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to Washington?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to Washington have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to Washington with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to Washington without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.