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      Compare Chicago O'Hare International to Washington Ronald Reagan flight deals

      Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Washington Ronald Reagan

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      Flight deals from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington Ronald Reagan

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington Ronald Reagan? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Washington D.C..$266 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Tue, 27 May.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $266, select.
      Washington D.C..$266 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Tue, 29 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $266, select.
      Washington D.C..$269 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $269, select.
      Washington D.C..$281 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $281, select.
      Washington D.C..$318 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $318, select.
      Washington D.C..$333 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul, returning Fri, 11 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $333, select.
      Washington D.C..$373 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $373, select.
      Washington D.C..$373 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $373, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington Ronald Reagan

      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 Ronald Reagan flights are currently cheapest in April.
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      Jun
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      Jul
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      Aug
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      Direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington Ronald Reagan

      Chicago O'Hare International to Washington Ronald Reagan: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Washington Ronald Reagan.

      Chicago to Washington D.C.: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$266
      Cheapest month to flyMay
      Average flight time1 hr, 56 mins
      Most popular airlineUnited
      Average flights per week355

      Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington Ronald Reagan: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington Ronald Reagan is $266. 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.
      1 hour and 56 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington Ronald Reagan.
      United, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington Ronald Reagan.
      As of April 2025, there are 355 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington Ronald Reagan.
      The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Washington Ronald Reagan is usually April 2025.
      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 Ronald Reagan Airport on Tuesday, 20 May 2025.
      Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 56 minutes.
      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 Ronald Reagan 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.
      Currently, American Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington Ronald Reagan.

      Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know

      • A direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport takes an average of 1 hour 53 minutes. The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which makes it 1 hour ahead of Chicago.

      • Choose from 863 weekly flights from O'Hare International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. The 05:59 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight out from ORD to DCA. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:10.

      • Popular months like August or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.

      • United Airlines offers direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to take in the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.

      • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ORD and DCA are:

        • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

        • Gerald R. Ford International Airport

        • John Glenn Columbus International Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

      • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is $131. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $266. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

      • Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from ORD to DCA.

      • The cheapest month for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

      • Snapping up a cheap ticket from ORD to DCA is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

      • Play around with filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

      Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

      • O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 54 minutes.

      • After a convenient hotel close to ORD? If you're boarding an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

      Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

      Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC

      • Ronald Reagan National Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.

      • It takes roughly 43 minutes to get there using public transport.

      When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

      • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Washington DC. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.

      • The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

      • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to DCA in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC then.

      More about Washington DC

      • If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Washington DC right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from ORD to DCA:

      • White House Historical Association and The White House are a couple of major attractions to add to your Washington DC to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Mall.

      Complete your Washington DC trip with hotels and a car rental

      • Comparing flights is not our only party trick. After booking your cheap ticket to Ronald Reagan National Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Washington DC stay.

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