Flights from Chicago to Washington, D.C.
Departing O'Hare International Airport (ORD) → District of Columbia
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Review realistic connection itineraries, layovers, and travel durations from O'Hare International Airport into Washington, D.C. (~9h 12m, 4,139 air miles). The National Mall, Smithsonian museums, iconic monuments, and historic political centers of the nation.
Travel Route: ORD → DCA
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) → Washington, D.C. (DCA)
Direct air travel with no intermediate plane change.
Planning Your Stay in Washington, D.C.
Planning a trip to Washington, D.C., District of Columbia? Renowned for the National Mall, Smithsonian museums, iconic monuments, and historic political centers of the nation, Washington, D.C. welcomes visitors with vibrant local character, memorable sights, and distinctive cultural charm.
Flights arrive primarily via Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA) / Dulles (IAD), located roughly DCA: ~4 miles (12 mins) / IAD: ~26 miles (Silver Line 45 mins) from central downtown, offering quick and convenient connections across the area.
By law, all 19 Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. offer completely free admission to the public year-round.
Departing O'Hare International Airport
Chicagoland & Midwest CorridorChicago O'Hare (ORD) is one of the world’s best-connected global aviation hubs, serving hundreds of nonstops to Europe and Asia.
Arriving in Washington, D.C. (DCA)
District of ColumbiaExplore flight routes, airport information, and travel options for Washington, D.C., District of Columbia (DCA). Call our travel desk to speak with a representative about available flights.