Track Chicago to Washington Flights
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Track This RouteOutbound
1 hour 50 minutes
Return
2 hours
Daily Flights
14+
Airlines
3
Timezone note
Washington is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern vs Central Time).
About this route
Chicago to Washington flights
Chicago to Washington is one of the premier business corridors in the domestic system, linking the Midwest's commercial center with the federal government and lobbying capital. United operates a shuttle-like schedule to both DCA and IAD, while American competes from its presence at both Washington airports.
Reagan National (DCA) is the preferred arrival for Capitol Hill meetings due to its location, but slots are limited and delays cascade quickly. Dulles (IAD) offers more capacity but is farther from downtown. The 1-hour timezone shift matters for tight schedules, and landing alerts help political staffers and lobbyists time their pickups.
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FAQ
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How long is the ORD to Washington flight?
About 1 hour 50 minutes eastbound and 2 hours westbound.
Which airlines fly Chicago to Washington?
United and American Airlines offer the most flights to DCA and IAD. Spirit also serves this corridor.
What's the time difference?
Washington is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern vs Central Time).
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