$88+ 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SJO
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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 February 28, 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 February 28, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/145:05 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop7h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/2012:15 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop22h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$261
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/116:10 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop6h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/1612:15 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop10h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/23![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$262
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/2510:35 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop7h 02m
United Airlines
Sat 5/303:45 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop8h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/24![United Airlines logo]()
$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/37:34 am
ORD
- GUA
2 stops14h 06m
Copa Airlines
Mon 3/92:26 am
GUA
- ORD
1 stop10h 05m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/163:05 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop8h 39m
Copa Airlines
Wed 4/226:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops17h 49m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/25![Copa Airlines logo]()
$265
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/106:10 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop6h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/2012:15 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop10h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$266
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/12:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
2 stops31h 18m
Copa Airlines
Thu 3/56:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops17h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/272:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop18h 33m
Copa Airlines
Wed 3/46:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops17h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 2/262:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop18h 33m
Copa Airlines
Thu 3/56:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops30h 07m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/26![Copa Airlines logo]()
$269
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/225:34 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop18h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 5/112:15 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop10h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$270
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Fri 6/53:40 pm
ORD
- GUA
Nonstop4h 20m
Avianca
Mon 6/88:20 am
GUA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 2/27![Avianca logo]()
$271
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/116:10 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop6h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/2012:15 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop10h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/25![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$272
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 February 28, 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 February 28, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 stop10h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 5/193:45 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop8h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/27![United Airlines logo]()
$263
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/13:21 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop8h 23m
Copa Airlines
Sat 5/91:01 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop11h 14m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$302
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/99:18 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop13h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/2310:19 pm
SAL
- ORD
2 stops20h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$361
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/196:00 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop6h 46m
Delta
Fri 4/241:14 pm
GUA
- MDW
1 stop8h 14m
Delta
Deal found 2/24![Delta logo]()
$383
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/612:15 pm
MDW
- SJO
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Mon 5/111:10 pm
SJO
- MDW
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/24![Southwest logo]()
$444
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/21:58 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop13h 02m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/27![Copa Airlines logo]()
$309
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 5/176:00 am
ORD
- BZE
2 stops37h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 5/2810:00 am
BZE
- ORD
2 stops26h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$660
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/1812:45 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop6h 54m
United Airlines
Thu 4/303:45 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop8h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/25![United Airlines logo]()
$332
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/308:06 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop13h 27m
Copa Airlines
Tue 5/58:29 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop15h 46m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$309
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/98:06 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop16h 30m
Copa Airlines
Tue 4/142:02 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop10h 11m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/27![Copa Airlines logo]()
$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/307:30 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop8h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 5/312:27 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop11h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/25![United Airlines logo]()
$353
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/173:05 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 31m
Copa Airlines
Mon 4/204:57 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop19h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/206:00 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop6h 46m
Delta
Wed 4/291:14 pm
GUA
- MDW
1 stop8h 14m
Delta
Deal found 2/24![Delta logo]()
$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/47:30 am
MDW
- SJO
2 stops12h 30m
Southwest
Mon 5/119:00 am
SJO
- MDW
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 2/25![Southwest logo]()
$448
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/17:30 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop14h 19m
United Airlines
Wed 4/153:40 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop8h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/24![United Airlines logo]()
$371
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/73:21 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 15m
Copa Airlines
Sun 5/108:29 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop15h 46m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/27![Copa Airlines logo]()
$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/146:00 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop6h 46m
Delta
Tue 4/211:14 pm
GUA
- MDW
1 stop8h 14m
Delta
Deal found 2/28![Delta logo]()
$427
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/1710:45 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop14h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 4/193:40 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop8h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/25![United Airlines logo]()
$371
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/33:21 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 15m
Copa Airlines
Sun 5/178:29 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop15h 46m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/25![Copa Airlines logo]()
$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/215:48 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 42m
United Airlines
Wed 4/223:40 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop16h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26![United Airlines logo]()
$374
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/318:02 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop16h 05m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/166:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops30h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$310
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
- GUA
1 stop7h 38m
Delta
Sun 5/2412:56 pm
GUA
- MDW
1 stop7h 13m
Delta
Deal found 2/24![Delta logo]()
$471
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/295:35 am
MDW
- SJO
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Sat 6/612:15 pm
SJO
- MDW
1 stop9h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/27![Southwest logo]()
$524
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/186:00 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop6h 46m
Delta
Sat 4/252:20 pm
GUA
- MDW
1 stop7h 08m
Delta
Deal found 2/26![Delta logo]()
$471
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/88:02 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop13h 31m
Copa Airlines
Sun 5/241:58 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop10h 17m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/25![Copa Airlines logo]()
$341
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/2410:00 am
MDW
- SJO
1 stop10h 40m
Southwest
Tue 3/311:55 pm
SJO
- MDW
1 stop9h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/25![Southwest logo]()
$557
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/186:00 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop6h 46m
Delta
Mon 4/271:14 pm
GUA
- MDW
1 stop8h 14m
Delta
Deal found 2/25![Delta logo]()
$473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/164:00 pm
ORD
- SJO
1 stop14h 30m
United Airlines
Sat 5/231:00 pm
SJO
- ORD
Nonstop5h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/24![United Airlines logo]()
$432
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/47:20 am
ORD
- LIR
2 stops24h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/129:00 am
LIR
- ORD
3 stops19h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/25![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$719
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/313:21 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop19h 12m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/96:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops30h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$353
Last-minute flights from Chicago to Central AmericaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Central America. Data last updated February 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Central America. Data last updated February 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 2/262:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop18h 33m
Copa Airlines
Thu 3/56:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops30h 07m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/26![Copa Airlines logo]()
$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/272:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop18h 33m
Copa Airlines
Wed 3/46:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops17h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/12:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop18h 33m
Copa Airlines
Thu 3/56:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops17h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/12:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop18h 33m
Copa Airlines
Fri 3/61:16 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop10h 48m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$276
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/22:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
2 stops31h 18m
Copa Airlines
Fri 3/66:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops17h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/37:34 am
ORD
- GUA
2 stops14h 06m
Copa Airlines
Mon 3/92:26 am
GUA
- ORD
1 stop10h 05m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$264
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/42:22 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 15m
Copa Airlines
Wed 3/118:35 am
SAL
- ORD
1 stop15h 29m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/26![Copa Airlines logo]()
$309
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/52:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop8h 17m
Copa Airlines
Sun 3/84:27 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop31h 37m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$279
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/83:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
2 stops31h 18m
Copa Airlines
Wed 3/116:24 am
GUA
- ORD
2 stops17h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/26![Copa Airlines logo]()
$282
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/98:16 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop16h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/1612:59 am
GUA
- ORD
1 stop15h 16m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/23![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$284
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1111:20 pm
ORD
- PTY
1 stop17h 35m
Avianca
Sat 3/149:45 am
PTY
- ORD
1 stop11h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 2/25![Avianca logo]()
$288
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares 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
Tue 4/73:25 am
PTY
- ORD
1 stop17h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 2/24![Avianca logo]()
$310
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 February 28, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Central America. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 28, 2026.
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/51:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 07m
Volaris
Deal found 2/25![Volaris logo]()
$88
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sat 5/91:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 07m
Volaris
Deal found 2/25![Volaris logo]()
$90
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Thu 3/194:36 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop8h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/27![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$93
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/106:36 pm
ORD
- SAL
1 stop27h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$96
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Fri 4/106:10 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop6h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/25![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$97
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/261:22 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop22h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/221:27 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop22h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$99
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 4/87:17 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop17h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$100
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Mon 5/41:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 07m
Volaris
Deal found 2/25![Volaris logo]()
$102
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/99:18 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop13h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$102
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Fri 5/81:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 07m
Volaris
Deal found 2/25![Volaris logo]()
$105
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/116:30 am
MDW
- GUA
1 stop26h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25![Frontier logo]()
$106
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 February 28, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $261 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $88 (eDestinos) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $493 |
Good round-trip deal | $337 or less |
Good one-way deal | $180 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 February 28, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 5/9
7:30 am-4:37 pm
1 stop10h 07m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Tue 5/19
3:45 pm-12:45 am
1 stop8h 00m
$263
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 5/1
3:21 pm-10:44 pm
1 stop8h 23m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Sat 5/9
1:01 pm-1:15 am
1 stop11h 14m
$302
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 5/24
3:21 pm-11:36 pm
1 stop9h 15m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Tue 6/2
1:58 pm-4:00 am
1 stop13h 02m
$309
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 4/30
8:06 am-8:33 pm
1 stop13h 27m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Tue 5/5
8:29 am-1:15 am
1 stop15h 46m
$309
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 4/9
8:06 am-11:36 pm
1 stop16h 30m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Tue 4/14
2:02 pm-1:13 am
1 stop10h 11m
$309
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 4/17
3:05 pm-11:36 pm
1 stop9h 31m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Mon 4/20
4:57 am-1:13 am
1 stop19h 16m
$309
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 5/7
3:21 pm-11:36 pm
1 stop9h 15m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Sun 5/10
8:29 am-1:15 am
1 stop15h 46m
$309
ChicagoSan Salvador
ORD - SAL
ORDSAL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 5/3
3:21 pm-11:36 pm
1 stop9h 15m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Sun 5/17
8:29 am-1:15 am
1 stop15h 46m
$309
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 7/31
8:02 am-11:07 pm
1 stop16h 05m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Sun 8/16
6:24 am-1:59 pm
2 stops30h 35m
$310
ChicagoGuatemala City
ORD - GUA
ORDGUA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/18
12:45 pm-6:39 pm
1 stop6h 54m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Thu 4/30
3:45 pm-12:45 am
1 stop8h 00m
$332
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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Central America
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CHI-0CA
ORD-GUA
ORD-SAL
MDW-GUA
ORD-LIR
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 February 28, 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 February 28, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to 0CA are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 February 28, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Central America, such as Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJuan,Dec 2025
EZE - PTY
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJuan,Dec 2025
EZE - PTY
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJuan,Dec 2025
EZE - PTY
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJuan,Dec 2025
EZE - PTY
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJuan,Dec 2025
EZE - PTY
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJuan,Dec 2025
EZE - PTY
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$98 | Average$422 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$108 | Average$607 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$110 | Average$385 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$126 | Average$552 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$407 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$154 | Average$247 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$164 | Average$643 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$612 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$386 | Average$626 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$394 | Average$643 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |