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€131 Cheap Flights Chicago to Washington (ORD-DCA)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Washington (ORD-DCA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at €131 for one-way flights and €153 for return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change.
American Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
€153
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 13 Oct from Chicago to Washington, returning Thu, 15 Oct, priced at €153 Found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
€162
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 13 Oct from Chicago to Washington, returning Thu, 15 Oct, priced at €162 Found 6 days ago
Delta
Thu, 26 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
€170
Return
Found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, 26 Nov from Chicago to Washington, returning Tue, 1 Dec, priced at €170 Found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
€187
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 13 Oct from Chicago to Washington, returning Thu, 15 Oct, priced at €187 Found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
€195
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 13 Oct from Chicago to Washington, returning Thu, 15 Oct, priced at €195 Found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
€200
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 13 Oct from Chicago to Washington, returning Thu, 15 Oct, priced at €200 Found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
€214
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 13 Oct from Chicago to Washington, returning Thu, 15 Oct, priced at €214 Found 6 days ago
United
Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
€220
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 13 Oct from Chicago to Washington, returning Thu, 15 Oct, priced at €220 Found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
€226
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 13 Oct from Chicago to Washington, returning Thu, 15 Oct, priced at €226 Found 6 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Fri, 11 Sept - Sun, 13 Sept
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
€407
Return
Found 6 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, 11 Sept from Chicago to Washington, returning Sun, 13 Sept, priced at €407 Found 6 days ago

Alternative airports near Washington

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall BWI. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 40 minutes. Flights from €378
BWI
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre40 min
Flights from €378
Select flight to Washington Dulles Intl. IAD. Average driving time to city centre is 36 minutes. Flights from €444
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
Average driving time to city centre36 min
Flights from €444

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Washington (DCA)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From €137 - €190 per traveller.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a flight from ORD to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?

Round-trip flights between O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and National Airport start from €153. This price is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book now to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from O'Hare Airport to DCA?

This differs between air carriers, as each one has its own set of terms and conditions. Head to the Customer Service Portal, where there are easy instructions on how to cancel your flight online.

How do I find cheap flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to National Airport that have flexible change policies?

Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for ORD to DCA flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.

How far is the flight from ORD to National Airport?

The distance from ORD (ORD) to DCA (DCA) is only 980 kilometres. You'll be walking down the air bridge and grabbing your bags from the carousel in no time at all.

Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?

United Airlines (UA) is one of the top choices for many travellers flying between O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and National Airport. Choose from the 321 flights it offers on this route each month. You could also check out the fares available with American Airlines (AA). This carrier operates 273 flights a month between Chicago and Arlington.

Are ORD to National Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?

Airline tickets from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) are available up to a year before departure on Expedia. And although you may nab a great last-minute deal, it's never a sure thing. Also, booking your flights in advance means you'll have more options — and you can avoid ending up with the dreaded middle seat! We're always updating our fares to bring you the best bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.

Travel information

Origin airport
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Distance
982 km away
Airlines serving
United, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Alaska Airlines
Popular airline
United
Return price
€153
Average flight time
2 hours 4 mins
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