$105+ 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 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SJO
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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 March 10, 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 March 10, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Thu 4/91:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop9h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/213:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$271
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/271:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/23:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$273
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/187:15 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop16h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/2312:10 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop11h 14m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$274
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$275
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/84:21 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop19h 42m
Frontier
Sun 4/122:56 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop16h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7![Frontier logo]()
$276
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 3/93:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop18h 33m
Copa Airlines
Fri 3/134:24 am
GUA
- ORD
1 stop17h 57m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Copa Airlines logo]()
$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/205:48 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop6h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 4/273:45 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop8h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$283
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/114:36 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop8h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/1312:59 am
GUA
- ORD
1 stop9h 18m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$284
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/3111:20 pm
ORD
- PTY
1 stop14h 55m
Avianca
Wed 4/810:10 am
PTY
- ORD
1 stop11h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 3/5![Avianca logo]()
$285
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/81:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop9h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/183:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$286
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Wed 3/113:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
2 stops31h 18m
Copa Airlines
Wed 3/186:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops17h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Copa Airlines logo]()
$287
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3011:20 pm
ORD
- PTY
1 stop9h 55m
Avianca
Tue 4/73:25 am
PTY
- ORD
1 stop17h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 3/5![Avianca logo]()
$288
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 March 10, 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 March 10, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/81:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop9h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/163:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$286
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1911:20 pm
ORD
- PTY
1 stop9h 55m
Avianca
Sun 4/2610:10 am
PTY
- ORD
1 stop11h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 3/5![Avianca logo]()
$288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Fri 4/247:30 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop10h 07m
United Airlines
Mon 5/183:45 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop8h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6![United Airlines logo]()
$305
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/133:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop19h 12m
Copa Airlines
Tue 3/1710:34 am
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 30m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Copa Airlines logo]()
$322
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Fri 4/247:15 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop18h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 5/512:15 pm
GUA
- ORD
2 stops21h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$401
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/296:00 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop6h 46m
Delta
Tue 5/51:14 pm
GUA
- MDW
1 stop8h 14m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$437
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Tue 5/126:00 am
MDW
- SJO
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Sat 5/161:35 pm
SJO
- MDW
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/6![Southwest logo]()
$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Wed 4/295:00 am
ORD
- BZE
2 stops9h 02m
American Airlines
Sun 5/312:14 pm
BZE
- ORD
1 stop10h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/9![American Airlines logo]()
$524
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Fri 5/221:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/303:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$289
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/256:00 am
ORD
- LIR
2 stops25h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/25:09 pm
LIR
- ORD
2 stops29h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$580
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 5/118:02 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop16h 34m
Copa Airlines
Sat 5/237:30 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop16h 45m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Copa Airlines logo]()
$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 5/2610:30 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop7h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 6/23:45 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop8h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$330
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sun 5/171:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/263:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$302
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Fri 4/103:05 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 31m
Copa Airlines
Tue 4/148:33 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop15h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Copa Airlines logo]()
$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sun 5/249:21 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop22h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 6/11:15 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop8h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7![United Airlines logo]()
$350
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 5/38:02 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop16h 34m
Copa Airlines
Sun 5/174:53 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop19h 22m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Copa Airlines logo]()
$329
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 5/141:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/213:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 8/186:30 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop6h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 8/271:50 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop8h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Wed 4/226:00 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop6h 46m
Delta
Tue 5/1912:56 pm
GUA
- MDW
1 stop7h 13m
Delta
Deal found 3/6![Delta logo]()
$437
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 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 5/169:00 am
SJO
- MDW
1 stop12h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5![Southwest logo]()
$464
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Thu 3/123:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop19h 12m
Copa Airlines
Thu 3/196:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops17h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Copa Airlines logo]()
$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 8/188:51 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop6h 39m
United Airlines
Sat 8/223:40 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop8h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$358
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/231:24 pm
MDW
- GUA
2 stops23h 22m
Delta
Wed 5/2012:56 pm
GUA
- MDW
1 stop7h 13m
Delta
Deal found 3/6![Delta logo]()
$441
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/136:55 am
MDW
- LIR
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Wed 4/152:10 pm
LIR
- MDW
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7![Southwest logo]()
$466
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/169:56 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop23h 53m
United Airlines
Mon 5/251:20 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop9h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$363
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Sun 4/269:27 am
MDW
- GUA
2 stops27h 19m
Delta
Tue 5/1912:56 pm
GUA
- MDW
2 stops22h 46m
Delta
Deal found 3/6![Delta logo]()
$441
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/211:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/263:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$403
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Wed 5/275:00 am
ORD
- BZE
1 stop10h 26m
American Airlines
Sun 5/3111:28 am
BZE
- ORD
2 stops12h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/9![American Airlines logo]()
$587
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Sat 4/256:00 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop7h 52m
Delta
Tue 4/281:14 pm
GUA
- MDW
1 stop8h 14m
Delta
Deal found 3/4![Delta logo]()
$447
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/225:40 am
MDW
- SJO
2 stops14h 20m
Southwest
Wed 4/291:10 pm
SJO
- MDW
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7![Southwest logo]()
$494
Last-minute flights from Chicago to Central AmericaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Central America. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Central America. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 3/93:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop18h 33m
Copa Airlines
Fri 3/134:24 am
GUA
- ORD
1 stop17h 57m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Copa Airlines logo]()
$279
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Wed 3/113:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
2 stops31h 18m
Copa Airlines
Wed 3/186:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops17h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Copa Airlines logo]()
$287
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3011:20 pm
ORD
- PTY
1 stop9h 55m
Avianca
Tue 4/73:25 am
PTY
- ORD
1 stop17h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 3/5![Avianca logo]()
$288
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/3111:20 pm
ORD
- PTY
1 stop14h 55m
Avianca
Wed 4/810:10 am
PTY
- ORD
1 stop11h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 3/5![Avianca logo]()
$285
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/84:21 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop19h 42m
Frontier
Sun 4/122:56 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop16h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7![Frontier logo]()
$276
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/81:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop9h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/183:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$286
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Thu 4/91:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop9h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/213:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$271
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/114:36 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop8h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/1312:59 am
GUA
- ORD
1 stop9h 18m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$284
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/187:15 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop16h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/2312:10 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop11h 14m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/205:48 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop6h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 4/273:45 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop8h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$283
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 4/2011:20 pm
ORD
- PTY
1 stop14h 55m
Avianca
Thu 4/233:25 am
PTY
- ORD
1 stop17h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 3/7![Avianca logo]()
$289
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/271:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/23:48 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$273
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 March 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Central America. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/211:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Volaris
Deal found 3/8![Volaris logo]()
$105
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2311:20 pm
ORD
- PTY
1 stop14h 40m
Avianca
Deal found 3/9![Avianca logo]()
$107
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/74:21 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop16h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 3/4![Frontier logo]()
$108
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Mon 4/271:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$110
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/205:50 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop7h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$110
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/176:10 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop6h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$111
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/211:20 pm
ORD
- PTY
1 stop17h 40m
Avianca
Deal found 3/5![Avianca logo]()
$114
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/97:30 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop8h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$118
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/116:30 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop26h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$119
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/911:20 pm
ORD
- PTY
1 stop9h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 3/9![Avianca logo]()
$119
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/104:36 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop8h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$119
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/98:25 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop11h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/4![American Airlines logo]()
$121
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 March 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $271 (Volaris) |
One-way from | $105 (eDestinos) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $481 |
Good round-trip deal | $326 or less |
Good one-way deal | $190 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 March 10, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 4/8
1:40 am-10:26 am
1 stop9h 46m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Thu 4/16
3:48 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 04m
$286
ChicagoPanama City
ORD - PTY
ORDPTY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 4/19
11:20 pm-9:15 am
1 stop9h 55m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Sun 4/26
10:10 am-9:20 pm
1 stop11h 10m
$288
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 5/22
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Sat 5/30
3:48 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 04m
$289
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 5/17
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Tue 5/26
3:48 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 04m
$302
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 4/24
7:30 am-4:37 pm
1 stop10h 07m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Mon 5/18
3:45 pm-1:27 am
1 stop8h 42m
$305
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 3/13
3:22 pm-9:34 am
1 stop19h 12m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Tue 3/17
10:34 am-1:04 am
1 stop13h 30m
$322
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 5/11
8:02 am-11:36 pm
1 stop16h 34m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Sat 5/23
7:30 am-1:15 am
1 stop16h 45m
$329
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 4/10
3:05 pm-11:36 pm
1 stop9h 31m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Tue 4/14
8:33 am-1:13 am
1 stop15h 40m
$329
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 5/3
8:02 am-11:36 pm
1 stop16h 34m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Sun 5/17
4:53 am-1:15 am
1 stop19h 22m
$329
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 5/26
10:30 am-4:37 pm
1 stop7h 07m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Tue 6/2
3:45 pm-12:45 am
1 stop8h 00m
$330
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ORD-PTY
ORD-GUA
ORD-SJO
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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 $80). Flying from Chicago to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $210). 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 March 10, 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 afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 30% 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 February 21, 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.
Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Central America
Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Central America. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to 0CA are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).
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 March 10, 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.
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreKaterine,Mar 2026
LAX - PTY
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreKaterine,Mar 2026
LAX - PTY
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreKaterine,Mar 2026
LAX - PTY
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreKaterine,Mar 2026
LAX - PTY
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreKaterine,Mar 2026
LAX - PTY
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreKaterine,Mar 2026
LAX - PTY
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$98 | Average$419 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$108 | Average$632 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$110 | Average$386 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$124 | Average$247 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$126 | Average$552 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$142 | Average$389 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$164 | Average$638 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$608 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$386 | Average$626 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$394 | Average$636 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |