$137+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Central America
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SJO
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Central AmericaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2026.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/912:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Tue 11/178:55 am -
1 stop13h 18m
Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$344
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1012:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Tue 1/193:45 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$357
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Mon 11/912:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Tue 11/248:55 am -
1 stop13h 18m
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$358
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Mon 11/912:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Tue 1/193:45 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$363
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/812:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Fri 11/138:55 am -
1 stop13h 18m
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$364
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/512:14 am -
1 stop12h 30m
Wed 11/113:45 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Deal found 10/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$366
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/912:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Tue 12/13:45 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Sun 11/87:55 am -
1 stop28h 35m
Fri 11/131:30 pm -
1 stop26h 07m
Deal found 10/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$385
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Sun 11/157:55 am -
1 stop28h 35m
Fri 11/201:30 pm -
2 stops26h 27m
Deal found 10/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$391
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Thu 12/36:10 am -
1 stop30h 20m
Wed 12/91:30 pm -
1 stop24h 29m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$392
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Thu 11/264:00 pm -
1 stop20h 30m
Wed 12/91:30 pm -
1 stop24h 29m
Deal found 10/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$397
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Sun 11/157:55 am -
1 stop28h 35m
Mon 11/231:30 pm -
1 stop10h 04m
Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$402
Best flights from Chicago to Central AmericaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Central America that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 14, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Central America that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 14, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/512:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Wed 1/133:45 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$375
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Sat 11/142:13 pm -
1 stop16h 49m
Sun 11/225:37 am -
1 stop18h 34m
Deal found 10/9![Copa Airlines logo]()
$427
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 2/79:18 am -
1 stop11h 21m
Fri 2/121:25 pm -
Nonstop5h 32m
Deal found 10/12![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/299:40 am -
2 stops11h 00m
Mon 11/21:20 pm -
2 stops10h 45m
Deal found 10/13![Southwest logo]()
$559
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 10/286:04 am -
1 stop6h 56m
Mon 11/22:25 pm -
1 stop8h 08m
Deal found 10/9![Delta logo]()
$597
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Tue 12/298:00 pm -
1 stop19h 19m
Wed 1/133:48 pm -
1 stop17h 00m
Deal found 10/9![American Airlines logo]()
$669
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/127:00 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Sat 11/213:05 pm -
1 stop8h 33m
Deal found 10/11![JetBlue logo]()
$710
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/1412:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Wed 1/208:55 am -
1 stop13h 18m
Deal found 10/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$404
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Fri 10/303:13 pm -
1 stop16h 51m
Thu 11/52:18 pm -
1 stop9h 53m
Deal found 10/11![Copa Airlines logo]()
$461
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 10/283:13 pm -
2 stops20h 11m
Fri 10/303:17 am -
1 stop20h 54m
Deal found 10/14![Copa Airlines logo]()
$492
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/48:59 pm -
2 stops20h 53m
Sat 1/99:50 am -
2 stops27h 23m
Deal found 10/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$1,085
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1712:04 am -
1 stop12h 01m
Tue 11/247:47 pm -
1 stop8h 56m
Deal found 10/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$519
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Mon 1/187:02 am -
Nonstop5h 13m
Fri 1/221:25 pm -
Nonstop5h 32m
Deal found 10/9![United Airlines logo]()
$591
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Mon 10/265:27 am -
1 stop7h 33m
Sat 10/311:25 pm -
1 stop9h 32m
Deal found 10/12![Delta logo]()
$597
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/22:13 pm -
1 stop22h 53m
Tue 11/104:58 pm -
1 stop19h 48m
Deal found 10/14![Copa Airlines logo]()
$524
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Fri 11/279:41 pm -
1 stop24h 04m
Mon 12/147:00 am -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/9![United Airlines logo]()
$597
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Sat 10/176:44 pm -
2 stops18h 16m
Sun 11/12:25 pm -
1 stop8h 08m
Deal found 10/12![Delta logo]()
$631
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 11/42:13 pm -
1 stop22h 53m
Sat 11/143:16 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Deal found 10/13![Copa Airlines logo]()
$524
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/127:00 am -
1 stop6h 37m
Wed 1/202:46 pm -
1 stop8h 56m
Deal found 10/13![JetBlue logo]()
$734
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Wed 11/1110:39 am -
1 stop12h 08m
Tue 11/172:50 pm -
1 stop9h 56m
Deal found 10/11![United Airlines logo]()
$607
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Tue 12/298:00 pm -
1 stop19h 19m
Sun 1/245:40 am -
2 stops11h 46m
Deal found 10/10![American Airlines logo]()
$747
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/245:00 am -
1 stop8h 00m
Sat 10/319:00 am -
1 stop8h 15m
Deal found 10/12![Southwest logo]()
$763
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Fri 1/227:00 am -
2 stops15h 05m
Tue 1/267:05 am -
2 stops13h 32m
Deal found 10/9![Delta logo]()
$631
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Sat 11/77:35 am -
1 stop8h 19m
Sat 11/144:58 pm -
1 stop19h 48m
Deal found 10/9![Copa Airlines logo]()
$532
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/85:30 am -
1 stop15h 49m
Sun 11/154:40 pm -
1 stop8h 05m
Deal found 10/14![United Airlines logo]()
$607
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Thu 1/217:00 am -
2 stops15h 05m
Thu 1/287:05 am -
2 stops13h 32m
Deal found 10/11![Delta logo]()
$631
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Sun 12/62:13 pm -
2 stops20h 11m
Sun 12/203:17 am -
1 stop20h 54m
Deal found 10/10![Copa Airlines logo]()
$546
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Tue 12/298:00 pm -
1 stop16h 55m
Sat 1/165:40 am -
1 stop13h 01m
Deal found 10/13![American Airlines logo]()
$805
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1612:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Wed 12/233:45 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$733
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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 10/175:30 am -
1 stop10h 00m
Sun 10/2510:54 pm -
1 stop10h 54m
Deal found 10/10![United Airlines logo]()
$607
Last-minute flights from Chicago to Central AmericaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Central America. Data last updated October 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Central America. Data last updated October 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/512:14 am -
1 stop12h 30m
Wed 11/113:45 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Deal found 10/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$366
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/812:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Fri 11/138:55 am -
1 stop13h 18m
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$364
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Sun 11/87:55 am -
1 stop28h 35m
Fri 11/131:30 pm -
1 stop26h 07m
Deal found 10/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$385
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/912:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Tue 11/178:55 am -
1 stop13h 18m
Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$344
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Mon 11/912:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Tue 11/248:55 am -
1 stop13h 18m
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$358
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Mon 11/912:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Tue 1/193:45 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$363
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1012:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Tue 1/193:45 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$357
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Thu 11/127:55 am -
1 stop28h 35m
Fri 11/201:30 pm -
2 stops26h 27m
Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$418
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Sun 11/157:55 am -
1 stop28h 35m
Fri 11/201:30 pm -
2 stops26h 27m
Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$390
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Sun 11/157:55 am -
1 stop28h 35m
Mon 11/231:30 pm -
1 stop10h 04m
Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$402
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Thu 11/264:00 pm -
1 stop20h 30m
Wed 12/91:30 pm -
1 stop24h 29m
Deal found 10/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$397
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/305:58 pm -
2 stops20h 22m
Thu 12/103:20 pm -
1 stop23h 42m
Deal found 10/14![Air Canada logo]()
$411
One-way flights from Chicago to Central AmericaSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Central America. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 14, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Central America. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 14, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Sun 11/157:55 am -
1 stop28h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$137
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Mon 3/112:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 4/91:40 am -
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$155
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
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$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Sun 12/66:10 am -
1 stop30h 20m
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Nonstop0h 00m
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$158
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Sun 11/87:55 am -
1 stop28h 35m
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Nonstop0h 00m
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$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
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1 stop12h 04m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$161
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
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1 stop12h 40m
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Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$162
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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1 stop21h 20m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$163
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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1 stop12h 40m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
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Deal found 10/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$165
Find flight deals from Chicago to Central America
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated October 14, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Ovago 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Ovago 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $337 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $137 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $506 |
Good round-trip deal | $487 or less |
Good one-way deal | $295 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 14, 2026.
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ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 1/9
12:04 am-12:44 pm
1 stop12h 40m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$175
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 1/5
12:04 am-12:44 pm
1 stop12h 40m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$180
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 11/8
12:04 am-12:44 pm
1 stop12h 40m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$208
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 11/10
12:04 am-12:44 pm
1 stop12h 40m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$208
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 11/22
12:04 am-12:44 pm
1 stop12h 40m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$224
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 11/6
12:04 am-12:44 pm
1 stop12h 40m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$224
ChicagoLiberia
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LIR Liberia
ORDLIR
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 1/11
5:30 am-2:10 pm
1 stop8h 40m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$244
ChicagoLiberia
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LIR Liberia
ORDLIR
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 1/10
1:35 pm-12:45 pm
2 stops23h 10m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$244
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 11/18
12:04 am-12:44 pm
1 stop12h 40m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$244
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 1/11
7:25 am-3:24 pm
1 stop7h 59m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$258
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Central America?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Central America (average of $508). Flying from Chicago to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $717). 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 CA?
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 October 14, 2026.
When flying from Chicago to Central America, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the morning.
How often are flights from Chicago to Central America delayed?
About 15% of weekly flights between Chicago and Central America have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Central America flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Central America flights?
Over the last year, Copa Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Central America?
The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Central America may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Central America?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Central America. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Central America flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 October 14, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Central America, such as Delta,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$90 | Average$372 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$108 | Average$601 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$123 | Average$466 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$473 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$241 | Average$702 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$311 | Average$657 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$324 | Average$578 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$371 | Average$622 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$384 | Average$810 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$395 | Average$663 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |