$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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SJO
Sep 18 — Sep 251
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 August 19, 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 August 19, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/112:04 am -
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Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$320
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/131:40 am -
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Mon 9/213:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$321
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/171:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Sun 10/258:55 am -
1 stop13h 18m
Deal found 8/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2612:04 am -
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Sat 12/58:55 am -
1 stop13h 18m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$323
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 8/261:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Wed 9/23:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/261:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Mon 9/143:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$326
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/231:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Tue 9/293:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$327
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3012:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Sat 12/123:45 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Deal found 8/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$328
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/71:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Sat 10/173:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$329
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/71:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Wed 10/213:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1612:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Sat 12/58:55 am -
1 stop13h 18m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$332
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/11:55 pm -
1 stop24h 25m
Tue 12/83:20 pm -
1 stop19h 47m
Deal found 8/17![Air Canada logo]()
$395
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 August 19, 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 August 19, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/131:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Mon 9/213:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/295:00 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Tue 11/32:15 pm -
1 stop8h 50m
Deal found 8/18![Southwest logo]()
$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/2110:42 am -
1 stop9h 57m
Mon 1/251:15 am -
1 stop8h 52m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$440
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Tue 1/2611:10 am -
1 stop10h 55m
Wed 2/37:05 am -
1 stop11h 27m
Deal found 8/18![Delta logo]()
$455
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/37:35 am -
1 stop26h 41m
Mon 11/1611:17 am -
1 stop25h 29m
Deal found 8/15![Copa Airlines logo]()
$465
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Fri 10/26:00 am -
1 stop6h 57m
Sun 10/41:05 pm -
1 stop9h 03m
Deal found 8/15![JetBlue logo]()
$577
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/231:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Mon 9/283:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$327
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/311:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Thu 10/13:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$339
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/266:57 pm -
2 stops22h 55m
Tue 2/29:50 am -
2 stops27h 23m
Deal found 8/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$764
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/21:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Sat 10/103:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$342
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1712:04 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Wed 12/28:55 am -
1 stop13h 18m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$342
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 9/108:01 am -
1 stop27h 26m
Wed 9/1611:26 am -
1 stop12h 36m
Deal found 8/17![Copa Airlines logo]()
$465
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 1/127:45 am -
1 stop10h 31m
Fri 2/121:25 pm -
Nonstop5h 32m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$467
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/15:25 am -
1 stop8h 20m
Sat 2/131:15 pm -
1 stop9h 25m
Deal found 8/17![Southwest logo]()
$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/195:27 am -
1 stop8h 05m
Wed 11/42:57 pm -
2 stops16h 44m
Deal found 8/16![Delta logo]()
$521
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/262:13 pm -
1 stop9h 22m
Wed 12/27:30 am -
1 stop16h 41m
Deal found 8/14![Copa Airlines logo]()
$485
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Fri 10/238:35 am -
2 stops12h 05m
Wed 10/289:00 am -
2 stops12h 10m
Deal found 8/15![Southwest logo]()
$493
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 8/301:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Sat 9/53:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$375
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:25 am -
1 stop6h 50m
Wed 11/42:50 pm -
1 stop9h 55m
Deal found 8/14![United Airlines logo]()
$517
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 10/278:35 am -
1 stop12h 54m
Tue 11/101:43 pm -
1 stop10h 28m
Deal found 8/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$485
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Tue 1/266:00 am -
1 stop6h 45m
Tue 2/27:05 am -
2 stops11h 32m
Deal found 8/18![Delta logo]()
$537
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2810:05 am -
1 stop9h 40m
Mon 10/59:00 am -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 8/14![Southwest logo]()
$495
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/231:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Fri 10/303:47 pm -
1 stop12h 56m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 1/262:15 pm -
1 stop7h 04m
Tue 2/234:40 pm -
1 stop15h 07m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$517
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/193:20 pm -
1 stop22h 20m
Wed 10/218:30 am -
1 stop15h 27m
Deal found 8/14![Copa Airlines logo]()
$485
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Fri 12/1111:30 am -
1 stop10h 45m
Sat 12/197:00 am -
1 stop11h 32m
Deal found 8/17![Delta logo]()
$549
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 12/17:45 am -
1 stop17h 02m
Tue 12/294:40 pm -
1 stop16h 28m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$517
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/111:05 am -
2 stops9h 35m
Thu 10/81:30 pm -
2 stops10h 35m
Deal found 8/17![Southwest logo]()
$518
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sat 10/36:00 am -
1 stop6h 57m
Mon 10/51:05 pm -
1 stop9h 05m
Deal found 8/15![JetBlue logo]()
$693
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 10/208:01 am -
1 stop13h 31m
Mon 11/91:43 pm -
1 stop10h 28m
Deal found 8/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$485
Last-minute flights from Chicago to Central AmericaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Central America. Data last updated August 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Central America. Data last updated August 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/201:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Wed 9/23:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$342
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/241:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Mon 9/143:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$337
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/251:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Sun 9/133:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$343
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 8/261:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Tue 9/13:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/261:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Mon 9/143:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$326
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 8/261:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Mon 8/313:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$338
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 8/271:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Tue 9/13:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$339
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/271:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Mon 9/143:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$341
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/131:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Mon 9/213:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$321
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/181:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Sat 10/33:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$334
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/231:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Tue 9/293:47 pm -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$327
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/291:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Wed 11/258:55 am -
1 stop13h 18m
Deal found 8/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$335
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 August 19, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Central America. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 19, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/98:11 pm -
1 stop13h 19m
Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$118
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/412:35 am -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 8/14![Viva logo]()
$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/221:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$142
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/291:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Sun 9/271:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$146
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 8/261:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$147
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/112:04 am -
1 stop12h 01m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$148
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/231:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Deal found 8/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$150
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/11:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Deal found 8/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$151
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/301:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$152
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/261:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$153
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/271:40 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$154
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 August 19, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Ovago 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Ovago 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $321 (CheapOair) |
One-way from | $118 (Frontier) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $600 |
Good round-trip deal | $479 or less |
Good one-way deal | $290 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Central America that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 19, 2026.
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Return
Cheapest round-trip
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 9/13
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Mon 9/21
3:47 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 05m
$325
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 9/23
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Mon 9/28
3:47 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 05m
$327
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 8/31
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Thu 10/1
3:47 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 05m
$339
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/2
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Sat 10/10
3:47 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 05m
$342
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 11/17
12:04 am-12:44 pm
1 stop12h 40m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 12/2
8:55 am-10:13 pm
1 stop13h 18m
$342
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 8/30
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Sat 9/5
3:47 pm-5:52 am
1 stop13h 05m
$375
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 9/23
1:40 am-12:46 pm
1 stop12h 06m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Fri 10/30
3:47 pm-5:43 am
1 stop12h 56m
$381
ChicagoSan José
MDW Chicago Midway - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
MDWSJO
Chicago Midway
Thu 10/29
5:00 am-12:35 pm
1 stop8h 35m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 11/3
2:15 pm-11:05 pm
1 stop8h 50m
$434
ChicagoSan José
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
ORDSJO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 1/21
10:42 am-8:39 pm
1 stop9h 57m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 1/25
1:15 am-10:07 am
1 stop8h 52m
$440
ChicagoSan José
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
ORDSJO
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 1/26
11:10 am-10:05 pm
1 stop10h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 2/3
7:05 am-6:32 pm
1 stop11h 27m
$455
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Central America?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Central America (average of $481). Flying from Chicago to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $677). 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 August 19, 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 August 15, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Central America flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 August 19, 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.
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$108 | Average$622 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$123 | Average$456 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$126 | Average$552 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$487 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$241 | Average$689 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$261 | Average$671 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$312 | Average$616 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$384 | Average$899 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$386 | Average$584 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$394 | Average$672 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |