Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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Cheapest flight tickets
$178
Average price of a round trip
$228
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
2h13
A flight from Washington to Chicago takes on average 2h13.
Best time
February
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Chicago is February.
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 August, with an average flight ticket price of $117 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, September and December.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 30 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to Chicago costs on average $221.
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 $178 to $358
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $228
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of August
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: October
info departure city :
Washington, USA
airports :
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Dulles International Airport (IAD)
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 19°C, with a minimum of 16°C and a maximum of 23°C.
The city of Washington (WAS) has 3 airport(s): Ronald Reagan Washington, Dulles and College Park
destination info :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
local time :
Chicago is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 16°C, with a minimum of 15°C and a maximum of 18°C.
The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare
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 February.
What is the most popular time to travel to Chicago?
In Chicago, the most popular month is October. 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 30 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 5 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 100% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. 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, Chicago-O'Hare or Greater Rockford.
How to reach Washington airport from the city centre?
The airport Ronald Reagan Washington is located 4 km, Dulles is located 42 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?
The journey from Washington to Chicago can also be done by train. Search on Liligo to compare the different means of transportation.
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 145 mm in Chicago and 133 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.
