$118+ 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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SJO
May 21 — May 281
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 April 21, 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 April 21, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/101:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/163:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$319
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure 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
Mon 8/313:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$321
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/205:25 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop22h 17m
Frontier
Sat 7/113:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop30h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$322
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 8/161:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/223:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$323
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 6/205:25 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop22h 17m
Frontier
Sun 6/283:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop16h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$328
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/121:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/203:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$334
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/51:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/133:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$335
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 9/111:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/263:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$338
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure 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 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$339
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/31:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/93:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$340
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 6/69:20 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop30h 30m
Frontier
Sun 6/143:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop16h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$341
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/135:25 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop22h 17m
Frontier
Sat 7/113:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop30h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$342
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 April 21, 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 April 21, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/271:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/253:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$338
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/35:15 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop8h 24m
Delta
Sat 5/91:51 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop9h 08m
Delta
Deal found 4/18![Delta logo]()
$382
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 7/113:21 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 16m
Copa Airlines
Thu 7/167:30 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop19h 30m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$385
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/128:46 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop13h 03m
United Airlines
Fri 5/156:00 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop17h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/18![United Airlines logo]()
$391
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/1412:10 pm
MDW
- SJO
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Thu 5/219:00 am
SJO
- MDW
1 stop9h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16![Southwest logo]()
$577
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/41:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/103:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$348
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/108:01 am
ORD
- GUA
2 stops14h 35m
Copa Airlines
Wed 9/306:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops17h 38m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Copa Airlines logo]()
$391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/57:30 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop14h 19m
United Airlines
Sun 5/106:00 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop18h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/21![United Airlines logo]()
$401
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/151:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/233:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$366
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/88:01 am
ORD
- GUA
2 stops14h 35m
Copa Airlines
Tue 10/136:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops30h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$399
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 5/28:48 pm
ORD
- BZE
3 stops44h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 5/1010:00 am
BZE
- ORD
2 stops32h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$879
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/161:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/53:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$370
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/28:46 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop13h 03m
United Airlines
Sat 5/96:00 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop14h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/18![United Airlines logo]()
$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:23 am
MDW
- SJO
1 stop7h 52m
Delta
Sat 7/251:16 pm
SJO
- MDW
1 stop7h 59m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$482
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 7/48:02 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop16h 35m
Copa Airlines
Fri 7/171:59 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop13h 01m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$400
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/191:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/273:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/287:30 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop8h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 5/56:00 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop17h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/18![United Airlines logo]()
$434
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 7/13:21 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 16m
Copa Airlines
Fri 7/174:54 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop18h 07m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$400
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/226:00 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop6h 28m
Delta
Sun 8/2312:53 pm
GUA
- MDW
1 stop7h 53m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$511
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/2810:15 am
MDW
- SJO
1 stop9h 45m
Southwest
Thu 6/41:40 pm
SJO
- MDW
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16![Southwest logo]()
$577
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/19:56 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop23h 53m
United Airlines
Thu 5/73:40 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop8h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/19![United Airlines logo]()
$457
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/241:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/113:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$420
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/66:00 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop6h 46m
Delta
Fri 5/151:01 pm
GUA
- MDW
2 stops22h 41m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$515
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/133:21 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 16m
Copa Airlines
Sun 6/218:29 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop18h 31m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Copa Airlines logo]()
$442
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure 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
Sun 8/93:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$423
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/95:00 am
MDW
- SJO
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Sat 8/151:15 pm
SJO
- MDW
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/19![Southwest logo]()
$620
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/25:40 am
MDW
- SJO
1 stop7h 16m
Delta
Mon 5/41:21 pm
SJO
- MDW
2 stops18h 26m
Delta
Deal found 4/17![Delta logo]()
$520
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/243:21 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 15m
Copa Airlines
Tue 6/28:29 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop18h 31m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/17![Copa Airlines logo]()
$446
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 6/51:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/223:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$423
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/257:50 am
MDW
- SJO
2 stops12h 10m
Southwest
Tue 4/281:10 pm
SJO
- MDW
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/19![Southwest logo]()
$624
Last-minute flights from Chicago to Central AmericaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Central America. Data last updated April 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Central America. Data last updated April 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/285:05 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop7h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/233:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$343
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/31:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/93:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$340
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/41:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/133:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$321
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/41:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/143:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$348
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/51:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/133:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$335
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/71:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/133:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$350
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/91:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/33:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$339
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/101:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/163:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$319
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/121:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/203:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$334
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/141:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/233:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$323
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/271:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/13:47 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$362
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sun 5/319:20 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop30h 25m
Frontier
Mon 6/2911:05 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop23h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17![Frontier logo]()
$378
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 April 21, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Central America. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 21, 2026.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/275:50 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop7h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$118
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/245:50 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop7h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 5/249:20 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop30h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$128
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/121:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$131
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 4/265:05 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop7h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$132
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/261:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$144
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/281:40 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop11h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$144
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/231:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$146
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 6/205:25 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop22h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21![Frontier logo]()
$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 5/27:15 pm
ORD
- SJO
1 stop17h 18m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$149
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/121:18 pm
ORD
- GUA
2 stops22h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$150
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 5/101:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$151
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 April 21, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $319 (Volaris) |
One-way from | $118 (Super.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $430 |
Good round-trip deal | $389 or less |
Good one-way deal | $172 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 April 21, 2026.
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Depart
Return
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ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 8/27
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Fri 9/25
3:47 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 05m
$338
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 5/4
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Sun 5/10
3:48 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 04m
$348
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 5/15
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Sat 5/23
3:48 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 04m
$366
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 7/16
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 8/5
3:47 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 05m
$370
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 5/19
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 5/27
3:48 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 04m
$379
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 5/3
5:15 am-12:39 pm
1 stop8h 24m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Sat 5/9
1:51 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop9h 08m
$382
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 7/11
3:21 pm-11:37 pm
1 stop9h 16m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Thu 7/16
7:30 am-4:00 am
1 stop19h 30m
$385
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 5/12
8:46 am-8:49 pm
1 stop13h 03m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Fri 5/15
6:00 am-12:45 am
1 stop17h 45m
$391
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 9/10
8:01 am-9:36 pm
2 stops14h 35m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 9/30
6:24 am-1:02 am
2 stops17h 38m
$391
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 10/8
8:01 am-9:36 pm
2 stops14h 35m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Tue 10/13
6:24 am-1:59 pm
2 stops30h 35m
$399
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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Central America
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MDW-SJO
ORD-BZE
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ORD-GUA
ORD-SAL
MDW-SJO
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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 $468). Flying from Chicago to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $656). 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 April 21, 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 31% versus a flight in the morning.
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 April 18, 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. Wednesday at noon 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 April 21, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Central America, such as Copa Airlines,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.4
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Food
6.8
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreKaterine,Mar 2026
LAX - PTY
Comfort
7.4
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Food
6.8
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreKaterine,Mar 2026
LAX - PTY
Comfort
7.4
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Food
6.8
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreKaterine,Mar 2026
LAX - PTY
Comfort
7.4
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Food
6.8
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreKaterine,Mar 2026
LAX - PTY
Comfort
7.4
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Food
6.8
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreKaterine,Mar 2026
LAX - PTY
Comfort
7.4
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Food
6.8
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreKaterine,Mar 2026
LAX - PTY
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$108 | Average$603 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$123 | Average$407 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$124 | Average$242 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$126 | Average$552 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$139 | Average$395 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$425 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$611 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$241 | Average$630 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$386 | Average$602 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$394 | Average$625 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |