Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport.
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-5, making Washington DC one hour ahead of Chicago.
Flights from ORD to DCA start at 06:00 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last departure is at 21:10 with United Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 144 weekly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to DCA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Getting to Washington DC (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a snap with United. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is United.
United is the most punctual carrier that offers ORD to DCA flights, with 72.16% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between ORD and DCA include:
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Port Columbus Airport
Grand Rapids Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
69 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight. A return flight starts at 137 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from ORD to DCA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from ORD to DCA is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
70% of flights that leave from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Chicago O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ORD? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
Reserve a hotel close to DCA if you're catching a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Washington Ronald Reagan Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and experience more of Washington DC and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Washington DC. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ORD to DCA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its must-visit sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are highlights.
