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Cheapest round-trip
$175
Typical prices: $274-$473
Frontier
Sun 10/28Wed 10/31
BWI - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$175
Typical prices: $276-$479
Frontier
Tue 10/30Fri 11/2
BWI - ORD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 25m
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DCA - ORD
Cheapest • 7% average savings
IAD - ORD
Most popular
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 17% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $208 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to O'Hare Intl (WAS-ORD)

 

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

Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
Frontier Logo
9:12 pm - 8:56 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:15 am - 4:14 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$175Frontier
Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 22
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5:40 am - 1:11 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 31m1 stop Orlando
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10:53 am - 2:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 07mnonstop
$175Frontier
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
Frontier Logo
9:53 am - 11:23 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:57 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 57mnonstop
$175Frontier
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
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9:53 am - 11:23 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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7:00 am - 9:43 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
13h 43m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$201Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:53 am - 11:23 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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7:00 am - 11:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
15h 30m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$202Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
12:34 pm - 1:54 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 20mnonstop
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7:45 am - 10:49 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 04mnonstop
$209United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
10:09 am - 11:29 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 20mnonstop
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11:00 am - 2:06 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 06mnonstop
$209United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
7:18 am - 8:50 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 32mnonstop
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2:50 pm - 5:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 08mnonstop
$209American Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 9:00 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 37mnonstop
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9:14 pm - 12:19 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 05mnonstop
$209American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
JetBlue Logo
2:06 pm - 7:29 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 23m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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1:00 pm - 8:09 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 09m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$209JetBlue

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

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $274 to $473. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $175, on Frontier.

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

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, averaging $324 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport routes average $373, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $289 round-trip.
•June ($379) and November ($366) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 31% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

 
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 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.

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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.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DCA

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$89
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Baltimore to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. 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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Your Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:54 am and lands at 8:19 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:47 pm and lands at 1:12 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 25m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 2h 25m, covering 609 miles.

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

    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 Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $274 to $473, with an average of $347 over the past 12 months. Anything below $274 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 67% above the $347 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $208 round-trip via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK), compared to $350 for nonstop.

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

    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 Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 45% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 24%, and night flights for 6%.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $175 to $1,167. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $100, which is 57% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $297 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $438, a difference of $141.

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

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

    2 airlines operate flights between Washington, D.C. and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 28m, compared with 4h 48m via Pittsburgh (PIT) and 4h 50m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $297, about $141 less than Monday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $289 round-trip in that month - typically $90 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $208 round-trip on this route - about $142 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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

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

Direct departures

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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Direct returns

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

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

American Airlines,United Airlines

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