Get a United fare check: Washington and Chicago
The Washington to Chicago route at a glance
587 milesapproximate distance
about 2 hourstypical time in the air
IAD, DCA, BWI, ORD, MDWairports we can check
Washington Dulles is a United hub, and so is Chicago O’Hare. The two are about 590 miles apart, roughly two hours in the air. Chicago is one hour behind Washington. The capital has three airports, so it’s worth comparing them.
Tips for this route
- Dulles (IAD), Reagan National (DCA) and Baltimore (BWI) can all have different fares. Tell us which ones work for you.
- Afternoon thunderstorms in summer can cause delays at both ends.
- It’s a business route, so Monday mornings and Thursday evenings are busiest.
How it works
- Call 1-800-369-5081 or send a fare-check request with your dates and number of travelers.
- We check United fares between Washington and Chicago.
- You review the options and confirm before anything is booked.
Questions about this route
Are you United Airlines?
No. TravelonAir is an independent travel agency and is not affiliated with United Airlines.
Which Washington airport should I use for Chicago?
Reagan National is closest to downtown, but Dulles is United’s hub. Tell us where you’re staying and we’ll compare.
Is there a time difference between Washington and Chicago?
Yes. Chicago is one hour behind Washington.
Can you book the return flight too?
Yes. Tell us your dates for both directions, or ask for two one-way tickets. We’ll compare the options.