Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago
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Travelers usually depart from Washington Dulles International, Baltimore–Washington International, Ronald Reagan Washington National, Washington Union Station, or Washington-Rosslyn when they travel from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Book your trip to arrive at O Hare International, Chicago Midway International, Chicago Rockford International, Chicago Downtown Greyhound Station, or Chicago - Cabrini St Parking. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Chicago is 983 km. The most popular airlines for this route are United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. Washington, D.C. and Chicago have 218 direct flights per week.
Cheap one-way trips starting from $ 54 from Washington, D.C. WAS to Chicago CHI
Ronald Reagan Washington National
O Hare International
One-way,
From $ 54
Washington Dulles International
O Hare International
One-way,
From $ 56
Washington Dulles International
O Hare International
One-way,
From $ 58
Washington Dulles International
O Hare International
One-way,
From $ 58
Washington Dulles International
O Hare International
One-way,
From $ 58
Washington Dulles International
O Hare International
One-way,
From $ 58
Weekly flights
| Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays | Saturdays | Sundays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of flights | 33 | 42 | 43 | 49 | - | 33 | 18 |
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Southwest Airlines on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Check-in for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking | Airport check-in closes | Online check-in available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | UAL | UA | Yes | Unknown | No |
| Southwest Airlines | SWA | WN | No | Unknown | No |
| Delta Air Lines | DAL | DL | Yes | Unknown | No |
| American Airlines | AAL | AA | Yes | Unknown | No |
| Spirit Airlines | NKS | NK | No | 10 min before flight | No |
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to travel from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Washington, D.C. and Chicago takes around 2.2 hours.
What is the flight distance between Washington, D.C. and Chicago?
The flight distance between Washington, D.C. and Chicago is 983 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Washington, D.C. and Chicago?
Several carriers operate flights between Washington, D.C. and Chicago. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines.
What are the most popular routes to and from Washington, D.C.?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Washington, D.C. and Miami International, LaGuardia, Orlando International, Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International, Denver International, Dallas/Fort Worth International, Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International, Logan International, Tampa International, Minneapolis–Saint Paul International, San Diego International.
What are the most popular routes to and from Chicago?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Chicago and Los Angeles International, Miami International, LaGuardia, Orlando International, Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International, Denver International, Dallas/Fort Worth International, Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International, Tampa International, Baltimore–Washington International, Minneapolis–Saint Paul International.
Which airports are there in Washington, D.C.?
Washington, D.C. is mainly served by Washington Dulles International. But there are other airports nearby, including Baltimore–Washington International, Ronald Reagan Washington National.
What airports are near Washington, D.C.?
The main airport in Washington, D.C. is Washington Dulles International. It is also served by Philadelphia International, Norfolk International, Richmond International, Trenton–Mercer, Atlantic City International, Harrisburg International, Lehigh Valley International, Lancaster, Altoona–Blair County, Shenandoah Valley Regional.
What airports are near Chicago?
The main airport in Chicago is O Hare International. It is also served by Gerald R. Ford International, General Mitchell International, Dane County Regional, General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International, South Bend International, Quad City International, Fort Wayne International, Central Illinois Regional, Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International, Decatur.
What buses and trains depart from Washington, D.C.?
A number of bus and train companies depart from Washington, D.C., including Amtrak train, Peter Pan Bus.
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