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$134+ Cheap flights from Central America to Illinois

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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — ORD
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Central America to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$232
(OneTravel)

One-way from

$134
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$380

Good round-trip deal

$187 or less

Good one-way deal

$194 or less
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Cheapest flights from Central America to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 9/193:53 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop12h 49mVolaris
Tue 10/77:25 amORD - GUA
1 stop8h 21mVolaris
Deal found 4/22$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 8/88:40 amGUA - ORD
Nonstop4h 45mAvianca
Sun 8/103:45 pmORD - GUA
Nonstop4h 25mAvianca
Deal found 4/23$233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Thu 5/81:30 amGUA - ORD
1 stop20h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/127:55 pmORD - GUA
1 stop23h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$236
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sat 5/3112:33 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop10h 32mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/63:45 pmORD - GUA
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$238
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/1412:33 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop9h 31mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/189:55 amORD - GUA
1 stop14h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/23$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Fri 5/2311:32 amSJO - ORD
1 stop11h 48mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/55:08 pmORD - SJO
1 stop18h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$294
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Fri 5/2312:28 pmSJO - ORD
2 stops10h 01mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/254:35 pmORD - SJO
2 stops19h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$295
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 10/235:00 amSAL - ORD
1 stop18h 22mCopa Airlines
Sun 10/267:56 amORD - SAL
1 stop13h 27mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/23$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Mon 6/25:00 amSAL - ORD
1 stop18h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/113:45 pmORD - SAL
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/2311:15 amGUA - MDW
1 stop8h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/269:12 pmMDW - GUA
2 stops15h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$319
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 10/15:39 amGUA - ORD
2 stops17h 43mCopa Airlines
Wed 10/223:07 pmORD - GUA
2 stops31h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/22$322
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Thu 6/55:35 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop19h 50mAvianca
Thu 6/125:25 pmORD - SAL
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 4/23$331

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Central America to Illinois 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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Central America to Illinois that are best for you.

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Central America

Fly to

Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 9/19

3:53 pm-5:42 am

1 stop12h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/24

1:40 am-2:46 pm

1 stop14h 06m

$229

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 8/8

8:40 am-2:25 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/10

3:45 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$233

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 5/8

1:30 am-12:15 am

1 stop21h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

6:33 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop20h 47m

$236

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 5/31

12:33 pm-12:05 am

1 stop10h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/6

3:45 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$238

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 5/14

12:33 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/18

9:55 am-11:54 pm

1 stop14h 59m

$250

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/23

11:32 am-12:20 am

1 stop11h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/5

5:08 pm-10:27 am

1 stop18h 19m

$294

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/23

12:28 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops10h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/25

4:35 pm-11:33 am

2 stops19h 58m

$295

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/19

8:30 am-12:34 am

1 stop15h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

3:07 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$301

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 6/2

5:00 am-12:34 am

1 stop18h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/11

3:45 pm-6:10 am

1 stop15h 25m

$305

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - MDW

GUAMDW

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 5/23

11:15 am-8:17 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/26

9:12 pm-11:33 am

2 stops15h 21m

$319

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Deals found on 4/23

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Central America to Illinois

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Central America to Illinois 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 CA to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Central America to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois 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 Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,411 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,700 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    $134 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Volaris and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $136 and $138, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Central America to Illinois 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 Central America to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Central America to Illinois 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 8 airlines flying from Central America to Illinois

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Central America to Illinois. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$133Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$186Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$198Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$211Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$284Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$311Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$567Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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