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Art Institute Of Chicago
One of the premier art museums in the US, known for Impressionist masterpieces, modern works, and the iconic bronze lions at its entrance.
Flights from Fairfax, VA to Chicago, IL depart on average 68 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) if you book in advance.
There are 18 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 582 miles (937 km) distance in 2h 13m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 582 miles (937 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Flights per day 68 |
Direct flights 18 |
Fastest flight 2h 13m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price
$235
Average price
$338
Fastest journey
5 h 37 m
Average duration
8 h 57 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
937 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Fairfax, VA to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fairfax, VA to Chicago, IL will cost around $338 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $235.
Of the 2 flights that leave Fairfax, VA for Chicago, IL onSun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct flights cover the 937 km distance in an average of 8 h 57 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 5 h 37 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the longest flights will take 12 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fairfax, VA to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $91. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $91, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 582 miles (937 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$294 Average price | $192 Average price | $135 Average price Cheapest | $221 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 37m Average total duration 19h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 14m Average total duration 18h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fairfax, VA to Chicago, IL:
A bus is $58 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fairfax, VA to Chicago, IL costing on average $192 (€157).
A bus is $159 (€130) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fairfax, VA to Chicago, IL costing on average $294 (€241).
Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 44m.
Train takes on average 19h 7m.
The table below shows live departures for Fairfax, VA to Chicago, IL flights for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA1708 · AA2843 | 5:01 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 5h01 | 9:02 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1708 · AA2080 | 5:01 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 12h03 | 4:04 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1708 · AA2530 | 5:01 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 10h22 | 2:23 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1708 · AA2908 | 5:01 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 8h19 | 12:20 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1708 · AA1038 | 5:01 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 6h59 | 11:00 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1898 · UA2124 | 6:00 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 7h29 | 12:29 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1898 · UA2458 | 6:00 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 11h38 | 4:38 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1898 · UA787 | 6:00 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 18h15 | 11:15 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1898 · UA2417 | 6:00 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 9h51 | 2:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1898 · UA2827 | 6:00 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 12h28 | 5:28 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1898 · UA2135 | 6:00 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 15h16 | 8:16 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1898 · UA2197 | 6:00 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 16h51 | 9:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3889 | 6:03 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 2h27 | 7:30 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1778 | 6:10 AM Dulles International Airport | 2h17 | 7:27 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1793 | 6:15 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h16 | 7:31 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2670 · AA2908 | 6:15 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 7h05 | 12:20 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2670 · AA2080 | 6:15 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 10h49 | 4:04 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2670 · AA2907 | 6:15 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 11h28 | 4:43 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2670 · AA1038 | 6:15 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 5h45 | 11:00 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2670 · AA2530 | 6:15 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 9h08 | 2:23 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA581 | 6:20 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 2h15 | 7:35 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA1403 · AA3330 | 7:27 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 6h51 | 1:18 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4627+ AA4953 | 7:29 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h31 | 11:00 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2304 | 7:40 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h22 | 9:02 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA4498 · UA1048 | 8:15 AM Dulles International Airport | 4h24 | 11:39 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1775 | 8:15 AM Dulles International Airport | 2h21 | 9:36 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA5038 · UA5065 | 8:15 AM Dulles International Airport | 4h24 | 11:39 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4498 · UA3442 | 8:15 AM Dulles International Airport | 6h57 | 2:12 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3561 · UA3539 | 8:24 AM Dulles International Airport | 3h41 | 11:05 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3561 · UA4516 | 8:24 AM Dulles International Airport | 6h32 | 1:56 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4247 · UA622 | 8:25 AM Dulles International Airport | 4h14 | 11:39 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6119 · UA455 | 8:30 AM Dulles International Airport | 4h12 | 11:42 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4368 · UA4585 | 8:30 AM Dulles International Airport | 4h15 | 11:45 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4360 | 8:33 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h27 | 10:00 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA641 · UA1732 | 8:35 AM Dulles International Airport | 6h48 | 2:23 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4487 · UA3485 | 9:00 AM Dulles International Airport | 3h57 | 11:57 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA730 | 9:30 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h20 | 10:50 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2907+ AA5264 | 9:32 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 8h11 | 4:43 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5264+ AA2530 | 9:32 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 5h51 | 2:23 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5264+ AA2080 | 9:32 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 7h32 | 4:04 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA536+ AA5264 | 9:32 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 9h18 | 5:50 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4184 · UA2788 | 10:00 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 7h33 | 4:33 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4184 · UA1669 · UA1691 | 10:00 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 8h00 | 5:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4184 · UA3492 · UA1182 | 10:00 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 9h33 | 6:33 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4184 · UA2053 | 10:00 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h43 | 2:43 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA523 | 10:11 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h23 | 11:34 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1252 | 10:22 AM Dulles International Airport | 2h21 | 11:43 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4405 · AA4577 | 10:25 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h25 | 1:50 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2201 | 10:30 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h18 | 11:48 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA3446 | 10:34 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 2h18 | 11:52 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA704 | 10:37 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 2h16 | 11:53 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA489 | 11:35 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h22 | 12:57 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA3559 · UA2792 | 12:35 PM Dulles International Airport | 5h16 | 4:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1709 · UA3441 | 12:45 PM Dulles International Airport | 5h10 | 4:55 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4549 · UA3457 | 12:45 PM Dulles International Airport | 5h16 | 5:01 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1709 · UA1673 | 12:45 PM Dulles International Airport | 7h00 | 6:45 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3980 · UA5382 | 12:48 PM Dulles International Airport | 6h53 | 6:41 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6071 · UA6073 | 12:49 PM Dulles International Airport | 3h30 | 3:19 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3502 · UA5264 | 12:55 PM Dulles International Airport | 7h02 | 6:57 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1392 · UA1015 | 12:55 PM Dulles International Airport | 8h45 | 8:40 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1392 · UA2040 | 12:55 PM Dulles International Airport | 7h10 | 7:05 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4015 · UA602 | 12:56 PM Dulles International Airport | 7h09 | 7:05 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4442 · UA3456 · UA1015 | 1:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 8h40 | 8:40 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA511 | 1:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h18 | 2:18 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2907+ AA5022 | 1:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h43 | 4:43 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2331 | 1:15 PM Dulles International Airport | 2h14 | 2:29 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4467 | 1:19 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h22 | 2:41 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA5367+ AA4563 | 1:58 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h54 | 5:52 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5270+ AA2488 | 1:58 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 6h47 | 7:45 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA536+ AA5270 | 1:58 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 4h52 | 5:50 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1200 | 1:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h25 | 3:24 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA5470+ AA4909 | 2:56 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h03 | 6:59 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1629 · AA1424 | 3:00 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 7h00 | 9:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2095 · UA1044 | 3:03 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 17h54 | 7:57 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2095 · UA2616 | 3:03 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 19h02 | 9:05 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2095 · UA787 | 3:03 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 9h12 | 11:15 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2095 · UA2197 | 3:03 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 7h48 | 9:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2649 | 3:39 PM Dulles International Airport | 2h23 | 5:02 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA3254 | 3:52 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h33 | 5:25 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA1163 · AA1570 | 3:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h00 | 7:59 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2012 · UA2258 | 4:23 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 7h26 | 10:49 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2012 · UA1430 | 4:23 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 9h21 | 12:44 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2012 · UA1377 | 4:23 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 18h15 | 9:38 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1630 | 5:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h29 | 6:29 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA654 | 5:05 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h25 | 6:30 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA3042+ AA5406 | 5:22 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h38 | 9:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3585 · UA3443 | 5:23 PM Dulles International Airport | 4h12 | 8:35 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4823 · UA4393 | 5:25 PM Dulles International Airport | 4h10 | 8:35 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3518 · UA5234 | 5:25 PM Dulles International Airport | 4h05 | 8:30 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4819 · UA4510 | 5:25 PM Dulles International Airport | 4h15 | 8:40 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3496 · UA396 | 5:30 PM Dulles International Airport | 3h51 | 8:21 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA590 | 5:32 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 2h23 | 6:55 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2497 | 5:43 PM Dulles International Airport | 2h12 | 6:55 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA4180 · UA546 | 5:55 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 5h12 | 10:07 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4517+ AA1951 | 5:59 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h30 | 9:29 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5132+ AA3466 | 6:15 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 4h15 | 9:30 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1619 · AA581 | 6:39 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 15h30 | 9:09 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA276 | 7:05 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 2h25 | 8:30 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA1626 · AA1360 | 7:11 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 13h19 | 7:30 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1626 · AA3075 | 7:11 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 14h19 | 8:30 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1193 | 7:18 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h22 | 8:40 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4717 | 8:00 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 2h32 | 9:32 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2903 | 8:07 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h23 | 9:30 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA1637 · AA3014 | 8:11 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 4h47 | 11:58 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2953 · AA3014 | 8:22 PM Dulles International Airport | 4h36 | 11:58 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4476 | 10:10 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 2h20 | 11:30 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1738 | 10:15 PM Dulles International Airport | 2h11 | 11:26 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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One of the premier art museums in the US, known for Impressionist masterpieces, modern works, and the iconic bronze lions at its entrance.
Major natural history museum famous for Sue the T. rex, ancient cultures, and extensive science collections that appeal to both adults and children.
Large hands-on science museum in Hyde Park featuring a submarine, space exhibits, engineering displays, and immersive family-friendly experiences.
The city’s signature public space, home to Cloud Gate, gardens, events, and major skyline views that define modern Chicago.
Famous stretch of Michigan Avenue lined with historic buildings, shops, hotels, and frequent first-time visitor photo stops.
Highly popular waterfront promenade with architecture views, bridges, and one of the best urban walks in the city.
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Chicago’s internationally acclaimed fine-dining restaurant known for highly inventive tasting menus and exceptional service.
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