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Cheapest round-trip
$171
Typical prices: $275-$476
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Mon 11/5Fri 11/9
ORD - BWI • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$92
Typical prices: $171-$342
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Sat 11/24
ORD - BWI • Non-stop
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United Economy Plus adds up to 6 inches more legroom than standard economy.
American Main Cabin Extra adds early boarding; DCA is most convenient for downtown.
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Washington, D.C. (ORD-WAS)

 

Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl to Washington, D.C. with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 8:57 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 57mnonstop
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9:53 am - 11:23 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 30mnonstop
$171Frontier
Wed, Dec 9 - Fri, Dec 18
Frontier Logo
4:00 pm - 10:41 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:26 pm - 3:50 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 24mnonstop
$174Frontier
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 10:29 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 04mnonstop
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12:34 pm - 1:54 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 20mnonstop
$195United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 5
United Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 2:06 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 06mnonstop
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10:09 am - 11:29 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 20mnonstop
$205United Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 23
American Airlines Logo
9:14 pm - 12:19 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 05mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 9:00 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 37mnonstop
$211American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 12
American Airlines Logo
8:01 am - 11:14 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 13mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 9:00 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 37mnonstop
$211American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Dec 5
JetBlue Logo
1:00 pm - 8:09 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 09m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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9:59 am - 4:47 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 48m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$229JetBlue
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
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12:28 pm - 7:14 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:34 pm - 8:18 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 44m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$247Delta
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Jan 13
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 11:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 10m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 8:37 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 22m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$247Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
JetBlue Logo
1:00 pm - 8:09 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 09m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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2:06 pm - 7:17 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 11m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$343JetBlue

Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. typically range from $275 to $476. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $171, on Frontier.

What is the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flight route?

There's little price difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. routes. They average around $342 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 31% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. at $318 round-trip.
•February ($395) and September ($363) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 24% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Washington, D.C.

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines, ORD, DCA and IAD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$92
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Baltimore

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from O'Hare Intl to Washington, D.C.: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from O'Hare Intl to Washington, D.C. 
IndivarFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
For a work trips, consider booking an Airline with multiple daily flights in case you might want standby for an earlier return flight.
UzomaFlew with American Airlines-Jan 2024
ORD and DCA are nice airports with plenty of space. ORD is always busy so allow ample time to drive there, drop your bag, and go through security if you don't have TSA pre check.

Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:55 am and lands at 8:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 2:00 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 05m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 2h 05m, covering 609 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. range from $275 to $476, with an average of $341 over the past 12 months. Anything below $275 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 68% above the $341 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $200 round-trip via Tampa (TPA), compared to $344 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights, with 44% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, evening flights for 23%, and night flights for 3%.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $174 to $1,191. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $121, which is 53% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates from around $24:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates from around $24:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. route, 22% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 18m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 47% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $306 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $448, a difference of $142.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    2 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Washington, D.C.. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 25m, compared with 5h 19m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 6h 14m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 1 hour ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C.?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $306, about $142 less than Monday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. trip for December. Fares historically average $318 round-trip in that month - typically $77 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 79% of United Airlines flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 78%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 18m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Tampa Airport (TPA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $200 round-trip on this route - about $144 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Washington, D.C.?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Washington, D.C.

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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