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Silver Spring Museum
Local history museum in a restored 1920s bank building, featuring exhibits on Silver Spring's development, people, and changing downtown.
Flights from Chicago, IL to Silver Spring, MD depart on average 117 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $204 but you can travel from only $161 by bus.
There are 31 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 592 miles (953 km) distance in 1h 44m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 592 miles (953 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $204 |
Flights per day 117 |
Direct flights 31 |
Fastest flight 1h 44m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Silver Spring, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $197 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 18h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $197, while a bus costs an average of $197.
Distance: 592 miles (953 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$197 Average price Cheapest | $141 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 45m Average total duration Fastest 18h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Silver Spring, MD:
A bus is $95 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chicago, IL to Silver Spring, MD costing on average $292.
A bus is $443 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Silver Spring, MD costing on average $640.
Other travel options to Silver Spring, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 42m.
Bus takes on average 18h 15m.
Compare bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Local history museum in a restored 1920s bank building, featuring exhibits on Silver Spring's development, people, and changing downtown.
Regional history museum with rotating exhibits, artifacts, and programs that connect visitors to Montgomery County's past.
Art center and gallery presenting contemporary exhibitions, classes, and local creative work in Downtown Silver Spring.
Lively downtown district with shops, public art, events, and easy transit access, making it the main area for exploring Silver Spring on foot.
Large urban park with lawns, playgrounds, an ice rink, and frequent community events in the heart of downtown.
Scenic trail for walking and cycling that links neighborhoods, parks, and transit stops through Silver Spring and nearby communities.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Silver Spring, MD by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Silver Spring, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Chicago, IL to Silver Spring, MD flights use the O'Hare International Airport to Baltimore/Washington International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Chicago, IL and Silver Spring, MD airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
O'Hare International Airport is 3 km from Chicago city centre. Public transport options include:
O'Hare International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including American and intertiol. Top options include Tortas Frontera and Publican Tavern.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at O'Hare International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at O'Hare International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at O'Hare International Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
Nearby hotels include Hotels such as Hilton Chicago O'Hare are located on airport grounds, with others like the Hyatt Regency nearby..
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