Central America

$119+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Central America

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ORD — SJO
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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Fri 12/62:35 pmORD - GUA
Nonstop4h 35mAvianca
Sun 12/88:40 amGUA - ORD
Nonstop4h 35mAvianca
Deal found 11/19$337
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/310:25 amORD - SJO
1 stop14h 36mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/91:49 amSJO - ORD
1 stop7h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$355
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/42:35 pmORD - GUA
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/73:18 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$359
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/84:26 pmSTL - SJO
1 stop8h 27mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/131:24 pmSJO - STL
1 stop25h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$359
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/65:10 amORD - SJO
2 stops30h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/92:53 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop13h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$362
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Wed 12/45:02 pmSTL - SJO
1 stop18h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1112:23 pmSJO - STL
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$380
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/305:41 pmORD - GUA
1 stop7h 26mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/73:18 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop9h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$391
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/42:35 pmORD - SJO
1 stop18h 45mAvianca
Thu 12/128:30 pmSJO - ORD
2 stops16h 45mAvianca
Deal found 11/20$404
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Fri 12/65:10 amORD - SAL
2 stops16h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/85:25 amSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$417
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/196:54 amORD - GUA
1 stop25h 59mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/225:39 amGUA - ORD
2 stops17h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/18$420
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/145:11 pmORD - SAL
1 stop7h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/291:59 amSAL - ORD
1 stop14h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$447
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Fri 12/62:35 pmORD - SAL
1 stop6h 25mAvianca
Sun 12/85:25 amSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 50mAvianca
Deal found 11/20$448

Find flights from Illinois to Central America within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Central America that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/14

12:48 am-2:46 pm

1 stop13h 58m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 2/20

3:44 pm-4:37 am

1 stop12h 53m

$295

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/2

8:54 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop4h 41m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 3/9

12:05 am-7:23 pm

1 stop18h 18m

$296

St. LouisSan José

STL - SJO

STLSJO

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/28

3:48 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

1:57 am-2:43 pm

1 stop12h 46m

$296

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

2:35 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 1/22

8:40 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$306

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

2:35 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 1/25

3:44 pm-4:37 am

1 stop12h 53m

$322

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

10:09 am-7:38 pm

1 stop9h 29m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 1/28

7:00 am-6:19 pm

1 stop11h 19m

$334

St. LouisSan José

STL - SJO

STLSJO

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/4

3:48 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/11

12:25 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$338

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

3:22 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop21h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/10

12:25 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops47h 38m

$353

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/7

8:14 pm-12:54 am

3 stops28h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

2:52 pm-5:44 am

1 stop13h 52m

$356

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/7

7:25 am-9:43 pm

2 stops14h 18m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/21

7:41 am-4:56 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$366

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Central America

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Central America

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Central America including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Central America?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Illinois to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Central America as you normally would.

Rainfall in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Central America ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Central America when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Central America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Central America. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
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5,014 reviews

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8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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Very good
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.8
Good
1,785 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Central America one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $136. However, be on the lookout for offers from Copa Airlines and Volaris, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Central America for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Central America that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Central America flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Central America?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Central America.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Central America?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Central America by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Illinois to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Illinois to Central America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Central America. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$174Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$177Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$193Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$193Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$221Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$250Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$274Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$286Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$345Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$479Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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