Trade the Capitol Region for the Great Lakes and the City of the Big Shoulders with Southwest Airlines. Southwest has flights from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Chicago O’Hare International Airport, making it easier to plan your next visit. If you have flexible travel dates, explore our Low Fare Calendar to find the most affordable tickets within your travel window. Make the most of your reservation with package deals on flights, hotels, rental cars, and more from Southwest Vacations®.
Pack your bags—the Windy City is calling you away from Charm City!
Baltimore/Washington (BWI), MD to Chicago (O'Hare), IL
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| Departing from | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) |
|---|---|
| Arriving at | Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) |
| Average flight time | 2 hours 11 minutes |
| Distance | 622 miles |
| 78† | Weekly flights |
|---|---|
| 3‡ | Nonstop flights per day Monday through Friday |
| 2‡ | Nonstop flights on Saturday |
| 2‡ | Nonstop flights on Sunday |
Other popular flights from Baltimore/Washington (BWI):
View our interactive map†Weekly flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 6/1/2023 and 6/30/2023. Note: route may not operate every day of the week.
‡Nonstop flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 6/1/2023 and 6/30/2023.
When you leave behind the Capitol Region for a visit to Chicago, you’ll find you’ve landed somewhere with plenty of political heft of its own. The Windy City didn’t get its nickname from the blustery lake-effect weather alone; local braggarts and boastful politicians have also been credited with being the origin of the moniker. Whether it’s wind or a lot of hot air, Chicago has plenty worth boasting about.
Another nickname, the Second City, has stuck around long after the population size of Los Angeles outpaced the Chicagoland area, but that hasn’t left a chip on the City of the Big Shoulders. Chicago is home to world-class restaurants, vibrant and eclectic neighborhoods, beloved cultural institutions, and a crosstown baseball rivalry that’s been known to pit brother against brother. Take a ride on the Red Line of the ‘L’ and explore each ballpark or simply to see large swathes of the North and South Sides.
Another hometown rivalry? Pizza. Much ado has been made about so-called Chicago-style deep dish pizza. A distinctive dish, to be sure, but it’s not often a Chicagoan will order up one of these pies. Instead, thin crust tavern cut pizzas are par for diners’ main course. Both are definitely delicious—decide which you prefer during your visit.
One child over 14 days and under two (2) years of age, not occupying a seat, may be carried free of charge when traveling with an adult (12 years of age or older). Learn more.
Customers flying with a pet are subject to a pet fare. To learn more about traveling with your furry friend, explore the Southwest® pet policy.
Minors under the age of 18 are not permitted to fly unaccompanied on international flights or any itinerary that includes an international flight. Learn more.
At Southwest, we know it takes more than great deals on Chicago (O'Hare) airfares and convenient scheduling options to make your trip memorable. So from booking to boarding, we offer services and features designed to make your travel from Baltimore/Washington (BWI) to Chicago (O'Hare) the best it can be. Learn more about the Southwest® travel experience before you book your flight from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
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