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$134+ Cheap flights from Central America to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CHI
Nov 10 — Nov 171
1 adult
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/71:28 pmGUA - ORD
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/226:20 pmORD - GUA
1 stop11h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$278
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2112:07 pmGUA - MDW
1 stop25h 29mFrontier
Wed 1/18:25 amMDW - GUA
1 stop24h 10mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$280
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Fri 12/208:40 amGUA - ORD
Nonstop4h 35mAvianca
Wed 1/152:35 pmORD - GUA
Nonstop4h 35mAvianca
Deal found 11/4$308
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sun 12/88:40 amGUA - ORD
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/315:10 amORD - GUA
1 stop9h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$314
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Wed 12/41:24 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/75:11 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$320
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/106:45 amSAP - ORD
1 stop15h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/29:30 pmORD - SAP
1 stop15h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$335
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 12/512:00 pmSAP - ORD
1 stop8h 58mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/109:58 amORD - SAP
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$337
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sun 11/172:15 amSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/38:27 pmORD - SJO
1 stop15h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$340
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/73:44 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop12h 53mVolaris
Fri 2/2112:48 amORD - GUA
1 stop13h 58mVolaris
Deal found 11/2$344
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Fri 12/131:47 amSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 04mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/108:30 amORD - SAL
1 stop16h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$348
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Wed 12/412:18 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop7h 57mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/78:55 pmORD - GUA
1 stop17h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$350
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/54:59 amSAL - ORD
1 stop18h 22mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/81:54 pmORD - SAL
1 stop19h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/4$354

Find flights from Central America to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Central America to Chicago 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2024.

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Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 12/20

4:45 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 45m

$134

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 12/13

8:40 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$143

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 1/25

3:44 pm-4:37 am

1 stop12h 53m

$145

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - MDW

GUAMDW

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 12/25

2:21 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$152

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 11/9

2:40 pm-7:23 am

1 stop16h 43m

$156

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/28

9:30 am-11:27 pm

1 stop13h 57m

$169

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/28

7:54 pm-4:37 am

1 stop8h 43m

$170

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - MDW

GUAMDW

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 12/21

12:07 pm-1:36 pm

1 stop25h 29m

$181

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/6

1:49 am-4:06 pm

1 stop14h 17m

$186

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 11/9

2:41 pm-11:06 am

2 stops44h 25m

$296

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Central America to Chicago

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Central America to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 CA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Central America to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 5, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated November 5, 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,421 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,860 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,082 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Central America to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Central America to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Central America to Chicago for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $278, but on average you can expect to pay $326.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Central America to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 6 direct flights from Central America to Chicago under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Central America to Chicago is less than $940.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Central America to Chicago for under $400?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Central America to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $400.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $134. However, be on the lookout for offers from Avianca and Volaris, as they are both options that can get you from Central America to Chicago for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Central America to Chicago?

    When deciding which route to take from Central America to Chicago consider Guatemala City La Aurora - Chicago O'Hare Intl, San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Guatemala City La Aurora - Chicago Midway as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Central America to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Central America to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,027, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $210. The most popular route (Guatemala City La Aurora - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $212.

  • What does SJO to ORD mean?

    SJO stands for San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, while ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Central America to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Central America to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Central America to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Central America to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Central America to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Central America to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Central America to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Central America to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Central America to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The Central America to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Central America to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 9 airlines flying from Central America to Chicago

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Central America to Chicago. 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$133Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$145Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$165Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$188Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$312Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$343Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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