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$108+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to South America

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CHI — BOG
abr. 2 — abr. 91
mié. 4/2
mié. 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$305
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$122
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$708

Good round-trip deal

$392 or less

Good one-way deal

$190 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
mié. 5/147:35 amORD - BOG
1 stop11h 45mUnited Airlines
mié. 5/218:30 amBOG - ORD
1 stop14h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
dom. 5/48:15 amORD - BOG
1 stop14h 15mAmerican Airlines
vie. 5/92:10 pmBOG - ORD
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$310
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
lun. 3/318:10 pmORD - BOG
2 stops20h 05mDelta
jue. 4/39:00 amBOG - ORD
2 stops24h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/27$316
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
mié. 5/147:59 pmORD - BOG
2 stops24h 16mLATAM Airlines
mié. 5/217:00 amBOG - ORD
2 stops14h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/27$318
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mié. 4/162:35 pmORD - BOG
Nonstop5h 50mAvianca
sáb. 5/37:00 amBOG - ORD
Nonstop6h 15mAvianca
Deal found 3/27$322
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 4/62:35 pmORD - LIM
1 stop11h 10mAvianca
mar. 4/228:25 pmLIM - ORD
1 stop16h 50mAvianca
Deal found 3/27$325
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
lun. 9/87:54 amORD - BOG
1 stop9h 32mCopa Airlines
mar. 9/166:10 amBOG - ORD
1 stop18h 12mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/26$325
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
vie. 4/252:35 pmORD - BOG
Nonstop5h 50mMultiple Airlines
vie. 5/27:26 amBOG - ORD
1 stop16h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$334
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
mar. 4/157:51 amORD - LIM
1 stop14h 54mCopa Airlines
mar. 4/224:40 pmLIM - ORD
1 stop31h 52mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/27$341
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/83:29 pmORD - BOG
2 stops20h 28mSpirit Airlines
mar. 9/1612:52 pmBOG - ORD
2 stops25h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
mar. 4/18:05 amORD - CTG
2 stops11h 50mAmerican Airlines
jue. 4/173:15 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop17h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$346
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/164:35 pmORD - CTG
2 stops19h 35mSpirit Airlines
lun. 5/191:15 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop11h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$347

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to South 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to South America that are best for you.

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ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 5/14

7:35 am-7:20 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Bogotá El Dorado

mié. 5/21

8:30 am-10:58 pm

1 stop14h 28m

$305

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/4

8:15 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Bogotá El Dorado

vie. 5/9

2:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop18h 50m

$310

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 4/12

7:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Bogotá El Dorado

mar. 4/22

7:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 59m

$316

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 5/14

7:59 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops24h 16m

Bogotá El Dorado

mié. 5/21

7:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops14h 20m

$318

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/16

2:35 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

Bogotá El Dorado

sáb. 5/3

7:00 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$322

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/8

7:54 am-5:26 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Bogotá El Dorado

mar. 9/16

6:10 am-12:22 am

1 stop18h 12m

$325

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/6

2:35 pm-1:45 am

1 stop11h 10m

Lima J Chavez Intl

mar. 4/22

8:25 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$325

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 4/25

2:35 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

Bogotá El Dorado

vie. 5/2

7:26 am-11:32 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$334

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/15

7:51 am-10:45 pm

1 stop14h 54m

Lima J Chavez Intl

mar. 4/22

4:40 pm-12:32 am

1 stop31h 52m

$341

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/8

3:29 pm-11:57 am

2 stops20h 28m

Bogotá El Dorado

mar. 9/16

12:52 pm-2:34 pm

2 stops25h 42m

$343

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to South America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to South America

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South America (average of $359). Flying from Chicago to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $664). 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 CHI to SA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to South America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated marzo 28, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to South America

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to South America. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated marzo 28, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to 0SA are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in South America by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South America ranges from 0.8 - 9.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit South America when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in South America by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January 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 June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 62.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South 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 South America. Reviews last updated marzo 28, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,395 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,750 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $122. Users have also found prices from $134 and $134 on American Airlines and Avianca, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Chicago to South America are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl and Chicago O'Hare Intl - Lima J Chavez Intl.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,223 for a flight from Chicago to South America. The cheapest flight overall is $139 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl) is currently priced at $517.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to South 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 Chicago to South America?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South America (average of $359). Flying from Chicago to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $664). 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 Chicago to South America

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to South 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$232Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$252Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$274Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$283Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$295Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$299Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$317Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
GOLCheapest$583Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$707Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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