O'Hare International Airport
17 miles (27 km) from the city centre. 84.9 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | CTA Blue Line to the Loop, runs 24 hours | about 42m | $5 |
Flights from Washington, D.C. to Chicago
3 airlines fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Chicago.
- Distance
- 593 mi
- Nonstop flight
- Varies
- Time difference
- −1h
- Nonstop airlines
- 3
Fares from Washington, D.C. to Chicago
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
Nonstop flights
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | IAD Washington Dulles International Airport | ORD O'Hare International Airport |
| American Airlines | DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | ORD O'Hare International Airport |
| Southwest Airlines | DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | MDW Midway International Airport |
| United Airlines | DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | ORD O'Hare International Airport |
| Southwest Airlines | BWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | MDW Midway International Airport |
| American Airlines | BWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | ORD O'Hare International Airport |
| United Airlines | BWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | ORD O'Hare International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
Getting from the airport into Chicago
Midway International Airport
12 miles (19 km) from the city centre. 19.4 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | CTA Orange Line to the Loop (all day, not overnight) | about 22m | $2.50 |
Before you go
Domestic travel within the United States: no passport or visa is needed, but adults must show a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID at airport security.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C.. Chicago uses the US dollar (USD).
Read the Chicago guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
Which airlines fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Chicago?
As of October 2026, United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly this route nonstop.
Which airports do nonstop flights use?
Nonstop flights leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and arrive at O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Midway International Airport (MDW).
How far is Chicago from Washington, D.C.?
About 593 miles (955 km), measured between the city centres.
What is the time difference?
Chicago is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C..
What ID do I need to fly to Chicago?
Domestic travel within the United States: no passport or visa is needed, but adults must show a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID at airport security.
How do I get from O'Hare International Airport into Chicago?
CTA Blue Line to the Loop, runs 24 hours, about 42 minutes, $5.
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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.