$109 Cheap United flights Chicago (ORD) to Washington (DCA)

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$109 Cheap United flights Chicago (ORD) to Washington (DCA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $109 for one-way flights and $210 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Tue, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 19
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
$210 Roundtrip, just found
$210
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from Chicago to Washington, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $210 just found
United
Mon, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 2
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
$217 Roundtrip, just found
$217
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Chicago to Washington, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $217 just found
United
Wed, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 6
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
$219 Roundtrip, just found
$219
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Chicago to Washington, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $219 just found
United
Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 20
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
$225 Roundtrip, just found
$225
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Chicago to Washington, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $225 just found
United
Fri, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 8
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
$225 Roundtrip, just found
$225
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Chicago to Washington, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $225 just found
United
Mon, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 4
ORD
Chicago
DCA
Washington
$226 Roundtrip, just found
$226
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Chicago to Washington, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $226 just found
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Washington (DCA)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Popular airline
American Airlines
Distance
610 mi

Frequently asked questions

How much is a United Airlines flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
You'll find cheap round-trip United Airlines flights from $210 from ORD to DCA by organizing your results from "Price (lowest to highest)" on Expedia. Or look for bargains from $109 for a one-way trip.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to DCA with United Airlines?
January is one of the cheapest months to fly to Washington with United Airlines. You could also find excellent prices on one-way and round-trip tickets in February.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) with United Airlines?
Search for affordable United Airlines flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) one to three months prior to your departure. Travelers who book domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance can save 25% compared to those who book just 6 to 12 days ahead. Regardless of fare type and journey, the ideal day to book a domestic flight is generally Sunday and the most expensive day tends to be Monday. Passengers who book on a Sunday can save 6% on average compared to those who book their travel on a Monday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
Does United Airlines fly nonstop from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Hop on one of United Airlines's 79 direct weekly flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). To view available options, enter your origin, dates and destination and hit search. Then apply the "Nonstop" and "Airline" filters.
How long does it take to fly from ORD to DCA with United Airlines?
It takes approximately 2h to travel nonstop from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) with United Airlines.
Which day of the week has the most United Airlines flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Thursday has the most United Airlines flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). With 12 daily departures, this is the best day of the week to book something that will fit your plans.
What is the earliest United Airlines flight from ORD to DCA?
The earliest United Airlines flight from ORD to DCA departs at 6:30AM UTC-6, arriving at 9:32AM UTC-5. If you want to jet off later in the day, the last United Airlines flight leaves ORD at 9:05PM UTC-6 and lands at DCA at 11:59PM UTC-5. Flying before noon is often a smart choice as morning and mid-morning flights are 20% less likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports does United Airlines fly into in Washington?
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the main Washington hub for United Airlines flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) are other possibilities. When organizing your trip through Expedia, select the "All Airports" option for your destination to see everything that's available.
Why fly with United Airlines from ORD to DCA?
A rewarding loyalty program and the ability to collect points through United Mileage Plus are the start of the reasons to travel from ORD to DCA with United Airlines. Plus, when you join Expedia's free One Key™ program, you can earn OneKeyCash™* alongside any airline loyalty program earnings. It's yours to spend on future travel plans.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.
What type of plane does United Airlines fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
United Airlines typically flies Embraer 175 planes for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). This airline also operates the Airbus A320 on this route. Keep in mind that aircraft type can vary due to operational needs, so the plane you board might be different when you leave.
Can I change or cancel my United Airlines flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Depending on the type of fare you purchased, a fee is typically charged if you modify or cancel your booking more than 24 hours after confirmation. To secure plane tickets with more flexibility, select our "Changes included" and "No cancel fee" boxes when you search for flights. For additional information on canceling or modifying your reservation, visit "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking."

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