S$186 Cheap Flights from Washington to Chicago

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Cheap Flights from Washington to Chicago (DCA-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$186 for one-way flights and S$404 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Fri, 27 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
DCA
Washington
ORD
Chicago
S$404 Return, found 4 days ago
S$404
Return
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from Washington to Chicago, returning Sat, 7 Mar, priced at S$404 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, 27 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
DCA
Washington
ORD
Chicago
S$417 Return, found 4 days ago
S$417
Return
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from Washington to Chicago, returning Sat, 7 Mar, priced at S$417 found 4 days ago
United
Fri, 27 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
DCA
Washington
ORD
Chicago
S$419 Return, found 4 days ago
S$419
Return
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from Washington to Chicago, returning Sat, 7 Mar, priced at S$419 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, 27 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
DCA
Washington
ORD
Chicago
S$450 Return, found 4 days ago
S$450
Return
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from Washington to Chicago, returning Sat, 7 Mar, priced at S$450 found 4 days ago
United
Fri, 27 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
DCA
Washington
ORD
Chicago
S$450 Return, found 4 days ago
S$450
Return
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from Washington to Chicago, returning Sat, 7 Mar, priced at S$450 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, 27 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
DCA
Washington
ORD
Chicago
S$523 Return, found 4 days ago
S$523
Return
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from Washington to Chicago, returning Sat, 7 Mar, priced at S$523 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, 27 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
DCA
Washington
ORD
Chicago
S$539 Return, found 4 days ago
S$539
Return
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from Washington to Chicago, returning Sat, 7 Mar, priced at S$539 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, 27 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
DCA
Washington
ORD
Chicago
S$612 Return, found 4 days ago
S$612
Return
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from Washington to Chicago, returning Sat, 7 Mar, priced at S$612 found 4 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington (DCA) to Chicago (ORD)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$136 - S$249 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to ORD?
If you're planning on travelling from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to O'Hare Airport, round-trip journeys start from S$404. This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't let a good deal pass you by. Book today and save yourself money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Every air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to O'Hare Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for DCA to ORD flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to ORD?
That movie you've been wanting to see will have to wait — the flight distance between DCA and ORD is only 980 kilometres. The captain will be telling you to put your seat upright for touchdown before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to O'Hare Airport?
Many adventurers choose to fly with United Airlines (UA) from DCA to O'Hare Airport. This leading airline offers 321 flights every month, so you can easily find a flight time that works for you. Offering 265 flights a month on this route, American Airlines (AA) is another fantastic option.
Are National Airport to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to ORD at the last minute could be your ticket to a great deal. However, it could end up costing a good deal more! If you'd prefer not to take the risk, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the best bargains up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back frequently as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.

Travel information

Origin airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Return price
S$404
Distance
976 km
Average flight time
1 hour 17 mins

Book with confidence

Flights from Washington to Chicago

There are several airlines that operate frequent flights from Washington D.C. (DCA) to Chicago (ORD) including

The earliest flight leaves Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport at 06:00 and arrives at O'Hare Intl. Airport at 07:03. The last flight of the day departs Washington D.C. at 20:41 and arrives at Chicago at 21:59.

The flight distance from Washington D.C. to Chicago is about 988 km, the shortest flight is 01 hours 57 minutes with Air Europa.

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