Flying from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) taking off from either of these.
Around 1 hour 56 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
With 49 direct weekly flights between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most popular route. United operates the earliest flight at 06:55. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from ORD to IAD is with United at 21:45.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Chicago to IAD.
If you're travelling during a peak month like August, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like summer and spring break.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Go straight to your destination from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport with United. This top airline operates services from ORD.
The distance from central Chicago to ORD is around 40 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Looking to fly out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) departing from this hub.
You can board a direct flight from Chicago to IAD with United. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of MDW.
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 21 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 46 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Chicago to IAD? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Reserve a hotel close to IAD if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
Washington Dulles International Airport to central Washington DC takes around 51 minutes in a car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 3 hours and 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport is C$108. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$181. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 1 month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure flight tickets from Chicago to IAD.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Washington DC. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Chicago to IAD for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Washington Dulles International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are top sights which should be on any good Washington DC itinerary.
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