$164+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Central America
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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SJO
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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 June 8, 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 June 8, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/251:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/73:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$350
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/111:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/183:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$351
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/261:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/23:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$354
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2811:58 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/138:27 am
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$355
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 8/41:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/53:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$361
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 10/261:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/53:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop12h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$362
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/201:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/253:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$363
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 8/111:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/223:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$366
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 8/101:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/183:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$368
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Sun 10/256:30 pm
ORD
- LIR
1 stop19h 25m
Air Canada
Sun 11/12:55 pm
LIR
- ORD
1 stop18h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/7![Air Canada logo]()
$370
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 7/271:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/293:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$373
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Tue 9/11:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/103:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$376
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 June 8, 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 June 8, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 8/101:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/183:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$368
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 11/17:35 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop12h 59m
Copa Airlines
Tue 11/104:59 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop19h 12m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/6![Copa Airlines logo]()
$425
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/289:38 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop15h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 10/56:00 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop16h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3![United Airlines logo]()
$437
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/236:40 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop6h 52m
Delta
Thu 8/271:57 pm
SAL
- ORD
2 stops16h 59m
Delta
Deal found 6/3![Delta logo]()
$441
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1311:20 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop32h 10m
Avianca
Sun 9/2010:05 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop22h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 6/3![Avianca logo]()
$445
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/111:50 pm
ORD
- GUA
2 stops48h 52m
Frontier
Tue 8/183:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
2 stops23h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 6/2![Frontier logo]()
$453
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Mon 9/287:55 am
MDW
- SJO
2 stops11h 45m
Southwest
Sun 10/41:05 pm
SJO
- MDW
2 stops10h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/7![Southwest logo]()
$501
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/181:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/263:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$392
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 7/307:00 am
ORD
- LIR
1 stop7h 01m
JetBlue
Sun 8/92:06 pm
LIR
- ORD
1 stop8h 38m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/7![JetBlue logo]()
$791
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Tue 10/208:01 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop13h 31m
Copa Airlines
Sun 10/257:24 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop16h 41m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Copa Airlines logo]()
$425
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/242:18 pm
ORD
- BZE
3 stops27h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/2710:00 am
BZE
- ORD
2 stops19h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$862
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/151:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/233:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/295:30 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop7h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 9/303:40 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop15h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3![United Airlines logo]()
$437
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Wed 9/28:01 am
ORD
- GUA
2 stops14h 35m
Copa Airlines
Thu 9/106:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops17h 38m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Copa Airlines logo]()
$447
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 8/296:30 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 9/63:40 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop8h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/6![United Airlines logo]()
$447
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/315:28 am
ORD
- SJO
1 stop7h 21m
Delta
Mon 9/71:14 pm
SJO
- ORD
1 stop9h 48m
Delta
Deal found 6/4![Delta logo]()
$502
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 8/117:30 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop8h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 8/183:40 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop8h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/6![United Airlines logo]()
$447
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 11/262:13 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 22m
Copa Airlines
Wed 12/21:42 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop10h 29m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Copa Airlines logo]()
$456
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 8/51:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/113:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$465
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/207:20 am
MDW
- LIR
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Sun 9/272:10 pm
LIR
- MDW
2 stops16h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/4![Southwest logo]()
$580
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 9/149:35 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop15h 40m
United Airlines
Thu 9/171:50 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop10h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7![United Airlines logo]()
$447
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/311:20 am
ORD
- SJO
1 stop18h 39m
Copa Airlines
Fri 8/710:03 am
SJO
- ORD
1 stop13h 59m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Copa Airlines logo]()
$470
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 8/276:05 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop6h 24m
Delta
Wed 9/212:59 pm
GUA
- MDW
1 stop8h 37m
Delta
Deal found 6/6![Delta logo]()
$573
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Wed 11/115:15 am
MDW
- SJO
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Sun 11/152:10 pm
SJO
- MDW
2 stops10h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/6![Southwest logo]()
$580
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Sun 6/211:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/293:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$516
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Mon 7/208:02 am
ORD
- SJO
1 stop25h 19m
Copa Airlines
Sun 7/2610:03 am
SJO
- ORD
1 stop16h 57m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Copa Airlines logo]()
$490
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:05 am
MDW
- SJO
1 stop6h 44m
Delta
Mon 9/71:14 pm
SJO
- MDW
1 stop8h 22m
Delta
Deal found 6/4![Delta logo]()
$611
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 8/67:15 am
MDW
- SJO
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Thu 8/139:00 am
SJO
- MDW
2 stops10h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/6![Southwest logo]()
$627
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/71:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/153:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$519
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 7/263:21 pm
ORD
- SJO
1 stop18h 45m
Copa Airlines
Tue 8/410:03 am
SJO
- ORD
1 stop13h 59m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/6![Copa Airlines logo]()
$490
Last-minute flights from Chicago to Central AmericaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Central America. Data last updated June 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Central America. Data last updated June 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/173:40 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop25h 30m
Avianca
Wed 7/112:05 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop32h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 6/7![Avianca logo]()
$441
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 6/263:40 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop15h 30m
Avianca
Mon 7/68:05 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop12h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 6/4![Avianca logo]()
$425
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 6/263:40 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop6h 25m
Avianca
Sun 7/1210:20 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop14h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 6/4![Avianca logo]()
$428
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Sun 6/2811:20 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop12h 45m
Avianca
Mon 7/68:05 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop12h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 6/4![Avianca logo]()
$422
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/111:20 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop12h 45m
Avianca
Fri 7/1712:05 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop32h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 6/7![Avianca logo]()
$438
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 7/43:21 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 16m
Copa Airlines
Thu 7/231:59 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop22h 58m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/6![Copa Airlines logo]()
$440
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Wed 7/811:20 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop12h 45m
Avianca
Sun 7/1211:20 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop13h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 6/7![Avianca logo]()
$435
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Mon 7/135:13 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop21h 13m
Frontier
Sun 7/192:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop17h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 6/5![Frontier logo]()
$424
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Fri 7/241:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/243:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$425
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Sat 7/251:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/243:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$405
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/255:13 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop21h 29m
Frontier
Sun 8/233:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop30h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 6/6![Frontier logo]()
$428
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 7/271:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/293:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$373
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 June 8, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Central America. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 8, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1011:58 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop11h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$164
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/307:00 am
ORD
- SJO
1 stop6h 57m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/3![JetBlue logo]()
$173
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Sat 8/11:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$178
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/309:34 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop13h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 6/4![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/16:41 pm
MDW
- GUA
1 stop16h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7![Frontier logo]()
$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/287:35 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop14h 16m
Volaris
Deal found 6/3![Volaris logo]()
$183
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Fri 10/168:40 pm
ORD
- LIR
1 stop16h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/6![Air Canada logo]()
$185
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 9/39:33 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop25h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 6/6![Frontier logo]()
$186
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:21 pm
ORD
- LIR
2 stops18h 29m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/4![Air Canada logo]()
$189
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/305:13 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop21h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 6/2![Frontier logo]()
$189
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Tue 11/246:30 pm
ORD
- LIR
1 stop19h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/7![Air Canada logo]()
$190
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Wed 7/2912:00 pm
MDW
- SJO
1 stop8h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/7![Southwest logo]()
$190
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 June 8, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $350 (Volaris) |
One-way from | $164 (Volaris) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $460 |
Good round-trip deal | $436 or less |
Good one-way deal | $216 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 8, 2026.
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Return
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ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 8/10
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Tue 8/18
3:47 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 05m
$368
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 8/18
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 8/26
3:47 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 05m
$392
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 8/15
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Sun 8/23
3:47 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 05m
$397
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 11/1
7:35 am-8:34 pm
1 stop12h 59m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Tue 11/10
4:59 am-12:11 am
1 stop19h 12m
$425
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 10/20
8:01 am-8:32 pm
1 stop13h 31m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Sun 10/25
7:24 am-1:05 am
1 stop16h 41m
$425
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 9/28
9:38 pm-12:15 pm
1 stop15h 37m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Mon 10/5
6:00 am-11:27 pm
1 stop16h 27m
$437
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 9/29
5:30 am-12:15 pm
1 stop7h 45m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Wed 9/30
3:40 pm-7:55 am
1 stop15h 15m
$437
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 8/23
6:40 am-12:32 pm
1 stop6h 52m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Thu 8/27
1:57 pm-7:56 am
2 stops16h 59m
$441
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 9/13
11:20 pm-6:30 am
1 stop32h 10m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Sun 9/20
10:05 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop22h 15m
$445
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 9/2
8:01 am-9:36 pm
2 stops14h 35m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Thu 9/10
6:24 am-1:02 am
2 stops17h 38m
$447
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Central America?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Central America (average of $455). Flying from Chicago to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $660). 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 June 8, 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 30% versus a flight in the morning.
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 May 30, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Central America flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 June 8, 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.
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$108 | Average$595 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$123 | Average$441 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$126 | Average$552 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$139 | Average$413 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$241 | Average$660 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$254 | Average$620 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$384 | Average$849 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$386 | Average$591 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$386 | Average$614 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$518 | Average$644 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |