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Washington, D.C..C$121 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 12, returning Tue, Jun 17.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, Jun 12, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, Jun 17, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$121, select.
Washington, D.C..C$126 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 12, returning Sun, Jun 15.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, Jun 12, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, Jun 15, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$126, select.
Washington, D.C..C$140 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 2, returning Sun, Oct 5.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, Oct 2, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, Oct 5, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$140, select.
Washington, D.C..C$140 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 3, returning Sun, Jul 6.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, Jul 3, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, Jul 6, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$140, select.
Washington, D.C..C$140 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 11, returning Sun, Sep 14.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, Sep 11, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, Sep 14, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$140, select.
Washington, D.C..C$140 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 29, returning Sun, Jul 6.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, Jun 29, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, Jul 6, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$140, select.
Washington, D.C..C$140 per passenger.Departing Fri, Aug 8, returning Sun, Aug 10.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, Aug 8, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, Aug 10, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$140, select.
Washington, D.C..C$140 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 31, returning Sun, Aug 3.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, Jul 31, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, Aug 3, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$140, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington, D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to Washington, D.C. flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from C$205
Jun
from C$121
Jul
from C$140
Aug
from C$140
Sep
from C$140
Oct
from C$140
Nov
from C$272
Dec
from C$320
Jan
from C$348
Feb
from C$364
Mar
from C$320
Apr
from C$1,443

Direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington, D.C.

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Chicago to Washington, D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$121
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week793

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington, D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington, D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington, D.C. is C$121. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington, D.C..
United, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington, D.C..
There are 793 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington, D.C., as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington, D.C. is usually June.
If you're flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington, D.C. is Baltimore Washington International – which is 43.6 km away from the center of Washington, D.C.. We've found flights to this airport from C$121.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington, D.C. on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington, D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington, D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington, D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington, D.C..

Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 15 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC.

  • O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is one hour ahead of Chicago.

  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is the most traveled route, with 132 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from ORD to DCA is with United Airlines at 21:10. Go for the first departure with American Airlines at 06:00 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your ORD to Washington DC flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Begin your travels at ORD and go straight to Washington DC without any stops. When booking a direct O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC ticket, here's where you can touch down:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • There's a good selection of carriers that operate direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC, such as:

  • Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near ORD. Whether you have an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:

  • 74.85% of flights leaving from O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Washington DC

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC flight is C$56. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$121. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from ORD to Washington DC, reserve your trip one month before your departure date.

  • May is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ORD to Washington DC by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to the centre of Washington DC takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:

  • Grab a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and explore Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Booking your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from ORD to Washington DC can help you lock in the lowest rate.

  • The street address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. Once you've disembarked your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The trip will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near IAD. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your ORD to Washington DC flight:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from IAD one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Step off your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC and make your way to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Washington DC is around 48 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and usually takes 50 minutes to reach driving.

  • Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near BWI after your ORD to Washington DC flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:

  • Whether you're after a budget-friendly compact for a solo getaway or an SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car for you. Browse the range of wheels available from companies such as Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from BWI two weeks before your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC for the lowest prices.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are often higher and top attractions can get busy. Go to Washington DC in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.

  • Before booking an O'Hare International Airport to Washington DC flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from ORD to Washington DC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • Washington DC has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a trip to New York will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Philadelphia is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without seeing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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