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Cheapest flight tickets

$119

Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.

Average price of a round trip

$138

Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.

Flight duration

2h11

A flight from Washington to Chicago takes on average 2h11.

Best time

December

According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Chicago is December.

Tips for finding a cheap flight from Washington to Chicago

Check out our tips for booking your flight to Chicago (USA) from Washington (USA) at the cheapest possible price.

Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is May, with an average flight ticket price of $497 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of May.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 42 days before the departure date.

The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Southwest Airlines. A ticket from the airline Southwest Airlines to Chicago costs on average $182.
The airlines that offer the most flights are American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines.

Price of flight tickets from Washington to Chicago

Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:

  • Flight ticket prices range from $119 to $254
  • The average price of a flight ticket is about $138
  • Prices are lowest for stays in the month of May
  • The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: March
info departure city :
Washington, USA
airports :
Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
College Park Airport (CGS)
local time :

Washington is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Washington, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 7°C, with a minimum of 2°C and a maximum of 14°C.

The city of Washington (WAS) has 3 airport(s): Dulles, Ronald Reagan Washington and College Park

destination info :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
local time :

Chicago is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 3°C, with a minimum of 1°C and a maximum of 6°C.

The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-O'Hare, Chicago-Midway, Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field and Chicago FSS

Useful info about Chicago

What is the least touristic period to go to Chicago?

If you want to visit Chicago during the least touristic period, choose the month of December.

What is the most popular time to travel to Chicago?

In Chicago, the most popular month is May. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.

When should I book my flight from Washington to Chicago?

According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 42 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 7 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Washington to Chicago is Thursday.

What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Washington and Chicago?

When you leave, you can leave from Ronald Reagan Washington or Dulles, and you will arrive at Chicago-Midway or Chicago-O'Hare.

How to reach Washington airport from the city centre?

The airport Dulles is located 42 km, Ronald Reagan Washington is located 4 km or College Park is located 14 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.

Are there other means of transportation to go from Washington to Chicago?

Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.

Are there big differences in weather between Washington and Chicago?

In summer, the average temperature is 22°C in Chicago and 25°C in Washington. The average rainfall in summer is 130 mm in Chicago and 120 mm in Washington. In summer, it is warmer in Washington and it rains less in Washington. In winter, it is colder in Washington and it rains more in Washington.

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