Skyscanner home

Cheap Flights from Chicago Midway to Washington D.C.

Compare Chicago Midway to Washington D.C. flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Washington D.C.

Book the best Washington D.C. fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Chicago Midway Airport to Washington D.C.

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Washington D.C.? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ر.ق.‏ 509. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 247 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 247, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 263 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 263, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 380 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 380, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 380 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 380, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 404 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 404, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 405 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 405, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 419 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 419, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 419 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 419, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 435 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 435, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 441 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 441, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 526 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 526, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 526 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 526, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 526 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 526, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 526 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 526, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 599 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 599, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 637 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 637, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago Midway to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from ر.ق.‏ 404
Apr
from ر.ق.‏ 247
May
from ر.ق.‏ 263
Jun
from ر.ق.‏ 405
Jul
from ر.ق.‏ 419
Aug
from ر.ق.‏ 419
Sep
from ر.ق.‏ 441
Oct
from ر.ق.‏ 526
Nov
from ر.ق.‏ 637
Dec
Find prices
Jan
from ر.ق.‏ 599
Feb
Find prices

Direct flights from Chicago Midway to Washington D.C.

Alternative Chicago Midway to Washington D.C. routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Chicago Midway to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Washington Ronald Reagan

5km from central Washington D.C.
Closest
from ر.ق.‏ 380
Search flights

Camp Springs Andrews AFB

17km from central Washington D.C.
Search flights

Washington Dulles

37km from central Washington D.C.
from ر.ق.‏ 265
Search flights

Baltimore Washington International

44km from central Washington D.C.
Cheapest
from ر.ق.‏ 247
Search flights

Manassas

47km from central Washington D.C.
Search flights

Chicago to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 247
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 54 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week136

Finding cheap flights from Chicago Midway to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago Midway to Washington D.C. is ر.ق.‏ 509. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago Midway to Washington D.C..
Southwest Airlines and United fly direct from Chicago Midway to Washington D.C..
As of March 2026, there are 68 flights per week flying from Chicago Midway to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway to Washington D.C. is usually April.
If you're flying from Chicago Midway Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Baltimore Washington International – which is 43.6 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from ر.ق.‏ 509.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Washington D.C. on Thursday, 16 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 54 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Flying from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 2 hours. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC.

  • Washington DC is one hour ahead of Chicago, where Chicago Midway International Airport is located. Washington DC follows the UTC-4 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Take your pick of 24 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MDW to DCA is the 05:25 Southwest Airlines service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:00 with Southwest Airlines.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your MDW to Washington DC flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Direct Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC tickets are available for booking. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is where you'll complete your journey.

  • Southwest Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC.

  • The journey from central Chicago to MDW takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near MDW:

  • 77.88% of flights taking off from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • MDW's address is 5700 South Cicero.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Washington DC

  • ر.ق.‏ 247 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ر.ق.‏ 509. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Book three months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MDW to Washington DC.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from MDW to Washington DC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel close to DCA if you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:

  • Grab a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and discover Washington DC and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are popular providers to choose from here.

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from MDW to Washington DC.

  • You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Once your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to IAD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your MDW to Washington DC flight:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and be on your way in a flash.

  • Snap up the best price by securing your ride from IAD one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.

  • You'll find Washington Dulles International Airport at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you about 50 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share after your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC.

  • The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes using public transport.

  • Find a hotel close to BWI and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late MDW to Washington DC flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays will have you settling in quickly:

  • Whether you're searching for a zippy compact for a solo escape or a roomy SUV to fit the family, you'll find the ideal Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available here from names such as Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from BWI two weeks before your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC for the most affordable rates.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • Visit Washington DC during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • Book a Chicago Midway International Airport to Washington DC flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from MDW to Washington DC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Chicago to Washington D.C.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.