Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS) from $40

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHI — WAS
May 11 — May 181

The best prices from Chicago to Washington, D.C. are usually found in April or February, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 6, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$234

One-way from

$65
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

Flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. are found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Washington, D.C..

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

To save on the cost of your flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C., book at least 61 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 128% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $324 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $474.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?

Flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at $68.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Washington, D.C. (CHI - WAS)?

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 afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 2% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Chicago and Washington, D.C.. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest United Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Tue 6/119:45 pmORD - IAD
Nonstop2h 02mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/106:30 amIAD - ORD
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$169
Wed 5/294:00 pmORD - DCA
Nonstop2h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/318:05 pmDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$183
Fri 5/318:47 amORD - IAD
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/11:05 pmIAD - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$184
Sat 5/117:59 pmORD - BWI
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/206:30 amBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$329
Mon 5/136:30 pmORD - BWI
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/206:30 amBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$349
Thu 5/169:20 pmORD - IAD
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/306:30 amIAD - ORD
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$388
Sun 5/129:20 pmORD - IAD
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/228:15 pmIAD - ORD
Nonstop2h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$478
Sat 5/1110:37 amORD - IAD
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/1910:23 pmIAD - ORD
Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$479
Mon 5/1310:35 amORD - IAD
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/216:00 amIAD - ORD
1 stop4h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$487
  • If you’re traveling from Chicago to Washington, D.C., one of the more common airlines traveling that route is United Airlines. Flights from United Airlines traveling this route typically cost $313.41 RT. This price is typically 54% more expensive than other airlines that offer Chicago to Washington, D.C. flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $146. The most popular departure airport in Chicago when flying to Washington, D.C. is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Washington, D.C. is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. When flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C., United Airlines flights are 4% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Sun Country Air flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Sun Country Air for the route between Chicago and Washington, D.C.. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Sun Country Air flights we've found at this time heading from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Mon 6/108:05 pmORD - IAD
1 stop13h 32mSun Country Air
Sun 6/168:00 amIAD - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/5$175
Fri 6/148:05 pmORD - IAD
1 stop15h 52mSun Country Air
Sun 6/168:00 amIAD - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/5$178
Fri 6/148:05 pmORD - IAD
1 stop15h 52mSun Country Air
Sun 6/168:00 amIAD - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/5$179
Thu 5/168:00 pmORD - IAD
1 stop16h 02mSun Country Air
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - ORD
1 stop12h 33mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/5$295
Thu 5/168:00 pmORD - IAD
1 stop16h 02mSun Country Air
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - ORD
1 stop12h 33mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/6$335
  • Sun Country Air is one of the most popular airlines used for those traveling from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Flights on this route from Sun Country Air typically cost $304.60 RT, a price that is 58% more expensive than the average Chicago to Washington, D.C. flight. The cheapest flight found was $156 RT. The most popular departure airport in Chicago when flying to Washington, D.C. is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Washington, D.C. is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. When flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C., Sun Country Air flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Chicago to Washington, D.C. flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Washington, D.C. specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Prices were last updated on May 6, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 5/1512:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Wed 5/227:16 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$81
Tue 6/46:40 pmORD - BWI
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/1110:45 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop12h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$81
Wed 6/53:29 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Wed 6/127:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$82
Wed 6/53:29 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Wed 6/127:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$83
Wed 5/293:36 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 50mFrontier
Fri 6/77:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$86
Fri 6/143:29 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Fri 6/217:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$90
Mon 6/36:40 pmORD - BWI
1 stop13h 02mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/510:45 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop12h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$90
Tue 5/286:40 pmORD - BWI
1 stop13h 02mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/302:18 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop10h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$91
Wed 5/1512:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Wed 5/227:16 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$92

Chicago to Washington, D.C. 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Washington, D.C. in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 5/1512:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Wed 5/227:16 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$81
Tue 6/46:40 pmORD - BWI
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/1110:45 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop12h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$81
Wed 6/53:29 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Wed 6/127:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$82
Wed 6/53:29 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Wed 6/127:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$83
Fri 7/123:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Mon 7/157:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$84
Wed 5/293:36 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 50mFrontier
Fri 6/77:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$86
Fri 7/123:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Mon 7/157:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$88
Fri 6/143:29 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Fri 6/217:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$90
Mon 6/36:40 pmORD - BWI
1 stop13h 02mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/510:45 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop12h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$90

Non-stop flights to Washington, D.C. from Chicago

Discover non-stop flight options from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Select from other flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. by using the search form above.
Wed 5/223:36 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 50mFrontier
Wed 5/297:16 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$52
Sat 7/133:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Sat 7/207:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$58
Wed 5/223:36 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 50mFrontier
Wed 5/297:16 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$61
Wed 7/173:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Sat 7/207:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$62
Wed 5/223:36 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 50mFrontier
Wed 5/297:16 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/4$66
Fri 5/313:36 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 50mFrontier
Wed 6/57:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$68
Sat 6/83:14 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Mon 6/107:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$69
Sat 7/203:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Mon 7/227:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$71
Wed 7/173:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Fri 7/197:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$72

Chicago to Washington, D.C. flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Chicago to Washington, D.C. for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Tue 5/149:15 pmORD - BWI
1 stop9h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/155:11 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop8h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$90
Wed 5/1512:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Wed 5/227:16 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$92
Wed 5/1512:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Fri 6/77:09 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$101
Sat 5/117:30 amORD - BWI
1 stop12h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/219:36 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop12h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$111
Tue 5/149:15 pmORD - BWI
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/166:30 amBWI - ORD
1 stop10h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$112
Mon 5/1312:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Wed 5/154:10 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$114
Thu 5/1610:22 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop12h 11mFrontier
Mon 5/207:16 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$119
Tue 5/146:40 pmORD - BWI
1 stop13h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/2611:40 amBWI - ORD
1 stop7h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$121
Tue 5/149:15 pmORD - BWI
1 stop9h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/198:09 amBWI - ORD
1 stop17h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$125

One-way flights to Washington, D.C. from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C., be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. For those needing a return trip from Chicago, there is a search form available above.
Fri 6/143:29 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$40
Fri 6/73:29 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 5/4$41
Wed 6/53:29 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$42
Fri 6/73:29 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$44
Wed 5/295:00 amORD - BWI
1 stop11h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$44
Fri 7/123:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$45
Tue 6/410:58 amORD - BWI
1 stop7h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$45
Mon 7/83:28 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$46
Tue 6/118:50 pmORD - BWI
1 stop10h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$46

Find flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.

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Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$70 - $176

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlBaltimore/Washington

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/28

1 stop13h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 6/4

1 stop11h 45m

$70

Chicago O'Hare IntlBaltimore/Washington

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/4

1 stop12h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/5

1 stop12h 16m

$80

Chicago MidwayBaltimore/Washington

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/15

Nonstop1h 48m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/22

Nonstop1h 59m

$81

Chicago MidwayBaltimore/Washington

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/5

Nonstop1h 48m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/12

Nonstop1h 58m

$82

Chicago O'Hare IntlBaltimore/Washington

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/22

1 stop10h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 5/28

1 stop12h 09m

$94

Chicago O'Hare IntlBaltimore/Washington

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/31

Nonstop2h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/5

Nonstop2h 18m

$129

Chicago O'Hare IntlWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ORD - IAD

ORDIAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/11

Nonstop2h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/10

Nonstop2h 10m

$169

Chicago O'Hare IntlWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ORD - IAD

ORDIAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/10

1 stop13h 32m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/16

1 stop13h 10m

$175

Chicago MidwayBaltimore/Washington

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/31

1 stop4h 31m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/5

1 stop3h 56m

$176

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Deals found on 5/5

When is the best time to 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 May 3, 2024.
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.
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When is the cheapest time 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 May 5, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip from Chicago to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. is currently $44 while a round-trip flight costs $117. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. (average of $279). Flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $395). 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.

January

$308

February

$303

March

$358

April

$337

May

$339

June

$395

July

$376

August

$297

September

$279

October

$303

November

$328

December

$292

Temperature and rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

WAS

Temperature

35.6 - 80.6 °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 May 6, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Sun Country Air and Frontier 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.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

8.1
Very good
9,137 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

8.1
Very good
10,818 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

7.6
Good
4,535 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

7.6
Good
2,957 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $70, but on average you can expect to pay $88.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C. is less than $72.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Washington, D.C. for under $100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. within the next 7 days for less than $100.

  • 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 $70. Another option worth looking into is Frontier, starting at $81 round trip. These flights start at 73% 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 $40. 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 popular airlines that fly 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: Air China (100%), Air Canada (87%), Air New Zealand (87%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Washington, D.C. is $79. On average you can expect to pay $1,026. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Baltimore/Washington), can usually be booked for $88.

  • What does ORD to IAD mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ORD to IAD flight. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C. that include extra baggage allowance?

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Top 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Washington, D.C.

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FrontierCheapest$66Average$142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$77Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest$146Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$156Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$176Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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