Question 1

What days are direct flights available from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.

Question 2

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Chicago on average per day?

Accepted Answer

Travellers can expect 15 flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago on average per day.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 73% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 27% of flight departures

Question 3

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Delta, Sun Country Air, and United Airlines can get you from Washington, D.C. to Chicago in just under 2h 11m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 05m. Washington, D.C. and Chicago are separated by a distance of 590 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

Question 4

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago round-trip?

Accepted Answer

Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £139 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Sun Country Air and United Airlines, starting at £165 and £168 round-trip. Delta is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Question 5

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago one-way?

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£67 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Frontier, with prices starting from £69 and £74, respectively.

Question 6

When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago (average of £601). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £775). 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

£474

February

£489

March

£480

April

£491

May

£516

June

£594

July

£611

August

£563

September

£527

October

£510

November

£491

December

£495

Question 7

When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Booking 38 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Question 8

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 9

How recently were the Washington, D.C. to Chicago flight deals updated?

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The Washington, D.C. to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

Question 10

What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

While some choose either Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Baltimore/Washington - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Chicago.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £209. While the most popular route (Baltimore/Washington - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for £394 on average our data indicates £236 when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago.

Question 12

What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago consider choosing Egypt Air (96%), Ethiopian Air (95%) or Scandinavian Airlines (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

Question 13

Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under £200 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under £200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just £139, but on average you can expect to pay £159.

Question 14

Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under £200 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago under £200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is less than £199.

Question 15

Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Chicago for under £200?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than £200.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Wednesday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. 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 Chicago.

Question 17

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

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Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 39 days in advance to save up to 109% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 39 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as £331, or £372 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Washington, D.C.. Users have commonly found prices around £225 for the month, but tickets can be as low as £62. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Question 20

What does IAD to ORD mean?

Accepted Answer

Great question - IAD to ORD just means Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

The amount of baggage you can bring on your Washington, D.C. to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 22

Can I find deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago with specific airlines?

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Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Washington, D.C. to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Question 23

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 24

How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago.

Question 25

Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 26

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

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Many airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 27

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Washington, D.C. to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 28

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

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Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Question 29

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Chicago from Washington, D.C. by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Question 30

Can Cheapflights find flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago with no change fees?

Accepted Answer

Need flexible booking options for your flight to Chicago from Washington, D.C.? Don’t worry, Cheapflights have you covered. Use our search filter to only show flights with no change fees.

Question 31

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago become cheaper?

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Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Chicago from Washington, D.C. today and book when prices fit your budget.

Popular in	June
Cheapest in	April
Round-trip from	£438
One-way from	£67

22%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
36%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
32%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
10%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Monday	76daily flights
Tuesday	70daily flights
Wednesday	69daily flights
Thursday	67daily flights
Friday	72daily flights
Saturday	45daily flights
Sunday	45daily flights

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Booking 38 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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Plan your trip from Washington, D.C. to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago is currently £73 while a return flight costs £163. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

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