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$221+ Cheap flights from South America to Chicago (CHI)

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BOG — CHI
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheap flight deals from South America to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South America to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$298
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$221
(OneTravel)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$986

Good round-trip deal

$335 or less

Good one-way deal

$226 or less
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From South America to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from South America to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South America to Chicago (CHI).
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Cheapest flights from South America to Chicago
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This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 3/181:59 pmBOG - ORD
1 stop9h 57mSpirit Airlines
Thu 3/274:40 pmORD - BOG
2 stops20h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/312:10 amBOG - ORD
1 stop10h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/256:00 amORD - BOG
1 stop16h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$351
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/31:59 pmBOG - ORD
2 stops17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/78:33 pmORD - BOG
3 stops26h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$360
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/14:54 amBOG - ORD
1 stop8h 48mCopa Airlines
Fri 10/243:07 pmORD - BOG
1 stop7h 48mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/19$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1812:14 amBOG - ORD
1 stop24h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/259:40 pmORD - BOG
1 stop31h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/18$372
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/49:00 amBOG - MDW
1 stop14h 20mDelta
Fri 3/76:00 amMDW - BOG
2 stops13h 20mDelta
Deal found 2/20$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/59:00 amBOG - ORD
2 stops12h 53mDelta
Sun 3/95:45 amORD - BOG
1 stop13h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/20$374
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/12:55 pmBOG - MDW
1 stop18h 12mLATAM Airlines
Mon 5/56:04 amMDW - BOG
1 stop13h 11mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/19$383
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 3/283:50 pmBOG - ORD
1 stop18h 31mLATAM Airlines
Tue 4/19:47 amORD - BOG
1 stop9h 28mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/19$383
This Aviatur deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Aviatur is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/187:00 amBOG - ORD
Nonstop6h 15mAvianca
Sun 6/12:35 pmORD - BOG
Nonstop5h 50mAvianca
Deal found 2/18$400
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/16:30 pmGYE - ORD
1 stop18h 45mAvianca
Mon 5/122:35 pmORD - GYE
1 stop8h 45mAvianca
Deal found 2/19$425
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/61:55 amBOG - ORD
1 stop13h 30mViva
Tue 3/252:00 amORD - BOG
1 stop21h 35mViva
Deal found 2/19$426

Find flights from South America to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from South 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Fly from

South America

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 3/18

1:59 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/27

4:40 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$298

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 3/3

12:10 am-9:29 am

1 stop10h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/25

6:00 am-10:40 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$351

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 4/3

1:59 pm-7:34 am

2 stops17h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/7

8:33 pm-10:46 pm

3 stops26h 13m

$360

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 3/3

4:50 am-12:42 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/13

3:09 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$371

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Sun 5/18

12:14 am-12:15 am

1 stop24h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/25

9:40 pm-4:54 am

1 stop31h 14m

$372

BogotáChicago

BOG - MDW

BOGMDW

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 3/4

9:00 am-10:20 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/9

6:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$374

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 3/5

9:00 am-8:53 pm

2 stops12h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/9

5:45 am-7:30 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$374

BogotáChicago

BOG - MDW

BOGMDW

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 5/1

2:55 pm-9:07 am

1 stop18h 12m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/5

6:45 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$383

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 3/28

3:50 pm-10:21 am

1 stop18h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/1

9:47 am-7:15 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$383

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 4/25

7:00 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

2:35 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

$390

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Travel insights for flights from South America to Chicago

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from South America to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 SA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from South 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 February 20, 2025.

When flying from South America to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 February 20, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South America to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South America to Chicago one-way?

    $221 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Volaris. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $224 and $230, respectively.

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

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

    The cheapest flight price from South America to Chicago is $215. On average you can expect to pay $358. The most popular route, (Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $583.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South 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.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from South America to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 South America to Chicago

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$293Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$302Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AviancaCheapest$303Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$320Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$322Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$333Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$342Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$851Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
GOLCheapest$946Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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