Direct (nonstop) flights from Dulles to Chicago

1 airline flys nonstop from Washington Dulles International (IAD) to Chicago O Hare International (ORD). It's 588 miles (947 km), about 2h 15m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAD
Washington Dulles International
🇺🇸 Dulles, USA
ORD
Chicago O Hare International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
588 mi
947 km
CO₂/pax
109 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAD → ORD
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
588 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dulles to Chicago with one stop · direct emits 109 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAD CKB (Clarksburg) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 1m (151 mi) Leg 2: 1h 56m (443 mi) Total: ~2h 57m 🍃 135 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → CKB
1h 1m · 151 mi
View IAD to CKB flights →
Leg 2
CKB → ORD
1h 56m · 443 mi
View CKB to ORD flights →
IAD MGW (Morgantown) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 6m (140 mi) Leg 2: 1h 52m (448 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 134 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → MGW
1h 6m · 140 mi
View IAD to MGW flights →
Leg 2
MGW → ORD
1h 52m · 448 mi
View MGW to ORD flights →
IAD PIT (Pittsburgh) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 7m (183 mi) Leg 2: 1h 53m (411 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 135 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → PIT
1h 7m · 183 mi
View IAD to PIT flights →
Leg 2
PIT → ORD
1h 53m · 411 mi
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IAD JST (Johnstown) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 3m (119 mi) Leg 2: 1h 58m (487 mi) Total: ~3h 1m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → JST
1h 3m · 119 mi
View IAD to JST flights →
Leg 2
JST → ORD
1h 58m · 487 mi
View JST to ORD flights →
IAD CLE (Cleveland) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 24m (287 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (316 mi) Total: ~3h 2m 🍃 136 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → CLE
1h 24m · 287 mi
View IAD to CLE flights →
Leg 2
CLE → ORD
1h 38m · 316 mi
View CLE to ORD flights →

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ORD → IAD: Flights from Chicago to Dulles

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dulles to Chicago?

A nonstop flight from Dulles (IAD) to Chicago (ORD) takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 588 miles (947 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dulles to Chicago?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dulles to Chicago?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Dulles from Chicago?

The flight distance from Dulles to Chicago is 588 miles (947 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Dulles to Chicago?

At 2h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Dulles to Chicago?

Roughly 109 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 545 km.

Is the return flight from Chicago to Dulles also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dulles to Chicago?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Washington Dulles International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.