CA $85 Cheap Flights from Washington (DCA) to Chicago (ORD)

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Cheap flights from Washington (DCA) to Chicago (ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $85 for one-way flights and CA $279 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Washington to Chicago (DCA - ORD) route information
Origin airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Roundtrip price
CA $279
Distance
976 km
Average flight time
1 hour 13 mins

Washington to Chicago Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Washington to Chicago 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Chicago from Washington whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to O'Hare Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Washington to Chicago today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National, DCA to O'Hare Intl., ORD 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Washington to Chicago—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Chicago from Washington currently is just CA $279 rising to CA $1,035.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in September when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Chicago  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

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Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Chicago with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from National Airport to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Round-trip journeys between DCA and O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) start from CA $279. This is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book today to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from National Airport to ORD?
Each airline has its own terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your vacation, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from National Airport to ORD that have flexible change policies?
Select our "No change fees" filter to find flexible ticketing options for your flight from DCA to O'Hare Airport. This allows you to snag a great price in advance and still have the freedom to make changes without any extra fees. Fare adjustments may apply if your new flight is more expensive.
How many hours is the flight from DCA to O'Hare Airport?
The flight time from DCA to O'Hare Airport is an easy 2 hours and 21 minutes. If you're lucky, you might just finish a whole movie before landing!
How far is the flight from DCA to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Forget about a movie marathon on this flight — it's just 980 kilometres from Arlington to Chicago. Find your seat, order some food and you'll be touching down in no time.
Which airlines fly direct from DCA to ORD?
Many travellers like to fly with United Airlines (UA) from National Airport to O'Hare Airport. It offers 343 flights a month, so you can pick a flight time that works for you. Another airline servicing this route is American Airlines (AA). You'll have 213 flights a month to choose from.
Are Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to O'Hare Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some super cheap fares from National Airport to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) showing up a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals frequently — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines advertise prices that far in advance.

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