Cheap flights from ORD to DCA (O'Hare Intl. to Ronald Reagan Washington National)

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Cheap Flights from ORD to DCA starting at $79 One Way, $180 Round Trip

Prices starting at $180 for return flights and $79 for one-way flights to Ronald Reagan Washington National were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Thu, May 28 - Sat, May 30
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
$180 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 28 from Chicago to Washington, returning Sat, May 30, priced at $180 found 11 hours ago
Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 6
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
$182 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 5 from Chicago to Washington, returning Wed, May 6, priced at $182 found 2 days ago
Fri, May 8 - Sun, May 10
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
$186 Roundtrip, just found
$186
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 8 from Chicago to Washington, returning Sun, May 10, priced at $186 just found
Tue, Jun 9 - Wed, Jun 10
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
$188 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 9 from Chicago to Washington, returning Wed, Jun 10, priced at $188 found 5 days ago
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
$193 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, May 5 from Chicago to Washington, returning Tue, May 12, priced at $193 found 4 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Ronald Reagan Washington National

Airport Hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City

4 out of 5
300 Army Navy Dr Arlington VA
$139 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$158 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,362 reviews)
Hotel was very clean and staff was nice and friendly. The price to park your car was a lot.

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Orme St Arlington VA
$122 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
$140 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,072 reviews)
The bathroom was quite cramped, and the air conditioning was also not working properly. When we arrived at the front desk for check-in, the front staff took almost 20 minutes to talk to us. Moreover, there were no other guests present, and no one else was attempting to check in.

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
$123 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$143 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,983 reviews)
Break fast was pricey at the property

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Washington

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
$123 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$143 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,983 reviews)
Break fast was pricey at the property

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW Washington DC
$220 nightly
The price is $250 total per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
$250 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,234 reviews)
Clean room, close to everything in the city , good staff very helpful

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Arlo Washington DC

Arlo Washington DC

4 out of 5
333 G St NW Washington DC
$213 nightly
The price is $247 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$247 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Union Station Shopping Center and Smithsonian Institution ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,402 reviews)
Clean room and nice amenities

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Arlo Washington DC
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Washington Hotels With Airport Transportation

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
201 Waterfront Street Fort Washington MD
$238 nightly
The price is $281 total per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
$281 total
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in National Harbor. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

3.5 out of 5
1733 N St NW Washington DC
$152 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$176 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great Experience on Nice side of DC.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle
Malolo Bed and Breakfast

Malolo Bed and Breakfast

3.5 out of 5
5213 B Street Southeast Washington DC
Stay at this B&B in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Smithsonian Institution and National Mall are located ...
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Malolo Bed and Breakfast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Washington Hotels

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

3.5 out of 5
627 H Street NW Washington DC
$95 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$110 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,918 reviews)
This is a microhotel so the rooms are VERY SMALL. It is convenient to Capital One arena but the price is too high. The room was clean and all just too small. Also it is very noisy on the street here. Thankfully the hotel provided earplugs or I would not have been able to sleep. The rooftop bar is ...

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
The Baron Hotel

The Baron Hotel

3 out of 5
1523 22nd Street NW Washington DC
$107 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$125 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
I was a little worried after reading the reviews but! We loved the place! We had clean rooms, good sized bathroom, bunch mirrors for me and mom do our makeup without sharing one bathroom mirror. We were at the 4th floor and didn’t hear any noises. Also the hotel is located in a very quiet peaceful ...

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

The Baron Hotel
Windsor Inn Hotel

Windsor Inn Hotel

2 out of 5
1842 16th St Nw Washington DC
$95 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
$111 total
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
6.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
Good location. Old place, no elevators, shared fridge and microwave.

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Windsor Inn Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Washington

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
900 10th St NW Washington DC
$263 nightly
The price is $305 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$305 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,247 reviews)
Good options, only downside to breakfast was the containers did not keep the food as hot as I would like

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

3 out of 5
550 C St SW Washington DC
$188 nightly
The price is $218 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$218 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,880 reviews)
Nice place

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

3 out of 5
400 E Street SW Washington DC
$220 nightly
The price is $255 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$255 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,653 reviews)
Good breakfast; good bar menu ( excellent wings).

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

ORD to DCA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
ORD Address & GPS
Address:
10000 West O'Hare
Chicago IL, 60666
United States
IATA Code:
ORD
Longitude:
-87.904876
Latitude:
41.976912
Time Zone:
America/Chicago
DCA Address & GPS
Address:
1 Aviation Circle
Washington DC, 20001-6000
United States
IATA Code:
DCA
Longitude:
-77.043457
Latitude:
38.853434
Time Zone:
America/New_York

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from ORD to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Direct flights are available, and with several airlines flying this route, you won't be short on choice either. United Airlines and American Airlines are two carriers that will take you directly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to National Airport.
What is the shortest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
If conditions are good and all goes according to plan, you could be stepping off the plane at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) in just 1 hour and 50 minutes. With such a short flight time, contemplate bringing just hand luggage.
How many hours flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to DCA?
Don't get too comfortable in that seat — the general flight time from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to DCA is just 1 hour and 57 minutes.
What airlines have the most flights from O'Hare Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
What do you take into account when deciding which airline to fly with — great service? Prices that are kind to your hip pocket? There are several carriers offering flights between O'Hare Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) for you to pick from. Check out American Airlines (AA), a popular option which offers 258 flights each month. If you'd like more options, have a look at the price of tickets from United Airlines (UA), which has 310 flights from Chicago to Washington each month.

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