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$78 Find Cheap Flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport

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Cheapest round-trip
$141
Overall average: $344
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/19Wed 12/3
IAD - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$228
Typical prices: $280-$407
United Airlines
Wed 12/24Tue 1/6
IAD - ORD • Non-stop
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Use the AeroTrain for quick terminal transfers at IAD.
The CTA Blue Line from ORD offers a 45-minute downtown ride.
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to O'Hare Intl (IAD-ORD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Dulles Intl to O'Hare Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dulles Intl to O'Hare Intl

Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 3
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8:40 am - 8:27 pmIAD-ORD
12h 47m2 stops
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8:00 am - 2:29 pmORD-IAD
5h 29m1 stop
$141Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 18
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6:00 am - 4:56 pmIAD-ORD
11h 56m1 stop
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12:37 pm - 8:20 pmORD-IAD
6h 43m1 stop
$143Frontier
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Fri, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 7
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5:19 pm - 10:24 pmIAD-ORD
6h 05m1 stop
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6:11 am - 4:24 pmORD-IAD
9h 13m1 stop
$144Frontier
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Fri, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 14
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5:19 pm - 10:24 pmIAD-ORD
6h 05m1 stop
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8:45 am - 8:31 amORD-IAD
22h 46m1 stop
$146Frontier
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Wed, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 11
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9:00 am - 2:31 pmIAD-ORD
6h 31m1 stop
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11:44 am - 11:10 pmORD-IAD
10h 26m1 stop
$150Frontier
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Sun, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 9
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5:26 pm - 10:24 pmIAD-ORD
5h 58m1 stop
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4:22 pm - 2:29 pmORD-IAD
21h 07m1 stop
$155Frontier
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Wed, Dec 17 - Mon, Jan 12
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9:00 am - 2:31 pmIAD-ORD
6h 31m1 stop
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7:51 pm - 11:45 amORD-IAD
14h 54m2 stops
$157Frontier
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Tue, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 19
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8:40 am - 7:38 pmIAD-ORD
11h 58m2 stops
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12:37 pm - 8:20 pmORD-IAD
6h 43m1 stop
$158Frontier
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Tue, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 19
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8:40 am - 7:38 pmIAD-ORD
11h 58m2 stops
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12:37 pm - 8:20 pmORD-IAD
6h 43m1 stop
$159Frontier
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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 19
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6:00 am - 4:56 pmIAD-ORD
11h 56m1 stop
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5:10 am - 8:20 pmORD-IAD
14h 10m2 stops
$162Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Dulles Intl to O'Hare Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Dulles Intl to O'Hare Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Chicago O'Hare Airport, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost $277 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $419 and $376 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $296, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 51% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dulles Intl to O'Hare Intl

 
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For a smooth departure from IAD, plan your route using the airport map and choose between the AeroTrain or mobile lounges for terminal transfers.

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Take the CTA Blue Line from ORD to downtown Chicago for a 45-minute ride, avoiding traffic and offering free transfers to other lines.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$78
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 26% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dulles Intl to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport flights

  • Which airlines have their hub at O’Hare International Airport?

    Consider booking flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O’Hare with American Airlines, United Airlines, or Spirit Airlines. O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is a hub for United Airlines and American Airlines and is an operating base for Spirit Airlines. Flying with these three carriers gives you more flight options to ORD, and you can easily connect to other cities from the destination airport. American Airlines and Spirit Airlines operate out of Terminal 3, while United Airlines operates from Terminal 1.

  • Which airlines from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O’Hare Airport offer the Unaccompanied Minor Service?

    Delta Air Lines requires children aged five to 14 to use the Unaccompanied Minor Service when flying to ORD from IAD alone. It is also available for those aged from 15 to 17 on request. The accompanying guardian should also show a photo ID with their address, phone number, and the pick-up adult’s address, contact, and name at check-in.

  • Which airlines from Washington Dulles to Chicago O’Hare have accessible services for reduced-mobility passengers?

    Differently-abled travelers can book flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD) with Alaska Airlines or United Airlines. The carrier’s seats have armrests to ease movement, and aircraft lavatories have handrails. In addition to wheelchair assistance, they provide baggage handling services. Low-vision passengers get braille and large-print reading materials on Alaska Airlines, while hard-of-hearing travelers get free headsets.

  • What is the carry-on policy for flights from Washington Dulles to Chicago O’Hare?

    Frontier allows one carry-on and a personal item like a computer bag or a backpack on flights from IAD to ORD. The carry-on should be at most 35 lb and 24 x 16 x 10 inches to fit in the overhead bin. The personal item should be no larger than 14 x 18 x 8 inches and fit beneath an airplane seat.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport was $78 for a one-way ticket and $141 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Washington Dulles Airport and Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Washington Dulles Airport and Chicago O'Hare Airport are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Washington Dulles Airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl and will be arriving at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    The Boeing 737-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Washington Dulles Airport and Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago, United Airlines or Frontier?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago are United Airlines and Frontier. With an average price for the route of $331 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. Frontier is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $205 and an overall rating of 5.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago O'Hare Airport from Washington Dulles Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago O'Hare Airport with an airline and back to Washington Dulles Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Washington Dulles Airport and ORD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago O'Hare Airport from Washington Dulles Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $201 or less one-way and $291 or less round-trip.
  • If you are flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to O’Hare International Airport (ORD) with your kids, consider booking flights with Alaska Airlines. The airline has a Family Boarding program for fast-track boarding so you can get settled early.
  • Flights from IAD to ORD may have layovers, depending on your airline. United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines operate on this route, and they frequently stop at their operating bases or hubs, including Charlotte, San Francisco, Seattle, Detroit, and New Jersey.
  • Frontier and American Airlines are eco-friendly airlines that operate from IAD to ORD. Frontier has a young fuel-efficient fleet, and American Airlines has a carbon offset program that invests in carbon reduction projects.
  • You can fly First Class from IAD to ORD with American Airlines or United Airlines. United First passengers can access the United Club lounges in Terminal 1 near Gates B6 and B18. American Airlines First Class passengers get access to the American Airlines Admirals Club in Concourse G of ORD’s Terminal 3. Other perks include priority boarding and in-flight entertainment.
  • You can carry your pet on flights from IAD to ORD with American Airlines. The pet should be in an 18 x 11 x 11 inches kennel with enough room to move around. The total weight of the carrier plus pet should not exceed 20 lb.

Prefer to fly direct from Washington Dulles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl.
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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Dulles Intl to O'Hare Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Chicago. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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United AirlinesOverall score based on 8998 reviews
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Flight was delayed only slightly before takeoff due to traffic control. However, the flight arrived early to ORD. Good flight. United has been very reliable for me.

10.0 ExcellentDr. Joseph, Oct 2025STL - ORD
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Flight was delayed only slightly before takeoff due to traffic control. However, the flight arrived early to ORD. Good flight. United has been very reliable for me.

Another delayed flight. When the delays exceed the duration of the flight, it’s a problem.

After boarding the plane in Chicago, the passengers were told that there was a technical problem with the plane. Passengers remained on the plane as they tried to fix the problem. After what was probably an hour passengers were told that there was a need to change planes as the problem was not solved. Passengers disembarked and boarded another plane. After taxing to the runway and waiting for takeoff, passengers were told that owing to the thunderstorm the flight was unable to take off but would try and reroute. After some time passengers were told there wasn't enough fuel for the new route and the plane had to return to the gate for additional fuel. after another log delay the flight got underway. On the plane there was food, drinks, ice or entertainment. We were a glass of water, which appeared rationed. Flight arrived about 5 hours late. The pilot was fantastic and communicated with the passengers throughout the ordeal.

Better WiFi. I cannot understand that in 2025, United is so behind on a technology that is now a necessity and still painfully unreliable, slow and keeps disconnecting.

Trip was great. A wild landing in Ottawa with the wind and rain, but the pilot did a great job. Always love flying United.👍

Excellent experience. Starting with the agent at the Premier bag drop who noticed I was very early for my scheduled flight and offered to rebook me on an earlier flight with my seat preference. She would not let me leave the counter until she knew that all of the changes and new boarding pass showed up on my United app. At the gate, the flight boarded quickly such that we departed early and the flight was smooth. We arrived 20 minutes early at ORD and I was able to be home in time for dinner. One of the best flights I've had.

Salina to travers city was great! But the sept 24 Tranverse city was not! Traverse city to chichago was cancelled, i went to Denver & got to Salina 6 hours later!

See previous note about the passenger in Denver who threw my husband's bag out of the overhead bin in order to maker room for his own. And the flight attendant back up the new passenger.

Flight attendant in first class gave poor service (like he didn't want to be there) and food was awful. We sat waiting for gate upon arrival over 45 mins.

Weather delay in Chicago?. No sense of urgency to make connection in Chicago for our connecting flight that wasn't delayed. Connection was missed.

Terrible. The canceled my entire flight when I requested a refund for a trip frontier canceled trip one way.

Boarding was on time and plane departed as scheduled. There are obviously no amenities (food, drink, entertainment) on Frontier, but there also didn't seem to be any issues with luggage space either.

Inbound plane was on time and flight departed on time with no issues while boarding.

I knew going into this that Frontier, being a low cost carrier, would be pretty bare bones and charge for most extras but this was made up for by the fact that the airplane was a reasonably new Airbus, every employee was great and best of all, Everett Washington is an amazing airport - thanks Frontier for flying there!!!

i was unable to check in the flight. refund requested

It was well done. It was my first time flying with them and I was nervous b/c I have heard of many cancelled and/or delray flights. Everything went smoothly.

Just know that everything, and I mean everything is “ala cart”. 60$ just to put something in the overhead bin. I will never fly Frontier again nor do I recommend them to anyone else.

The single worst check in experience I could imagine. I’ll never do any business with Frontier or any affiliated company

Too many extra fees, uncomfortable, little leg room. Will not recommend this airline.

Everyone seemed to be in zone 1 for boarding. Maybe break it up a little. Otherwise, smooth flight.

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