Central America

$69+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Central America

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ORD — SJO
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Thu 12/118:19 amORD - GUA
Nonstop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/182:17 pmGUA - ORD
Nonstop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$276
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:09 pmORD - GUA
1 stop16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/112:11 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop24h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/11$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/319:09 pmORD - GUA
1 stop16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/82:11 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop24h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/9$292
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:09 pmORD - GUA
1 stop16h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/82:11 pmGUA - ORD
2 stops29h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$296
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:09 pmORD - GUA
1 stop16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/72:38 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop23h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$300
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 12/187:35 amORD - GUA
1 stop12h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/282:10 amGUA - ORD
1 stop7h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/319:09 pmORD - GUA
1 stop16h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/72:38 pmGUA - ORD
2 stops20h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$323
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/307:01 pmORD - GUA
2 stops18h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1212:15 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop24h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$324
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Wed 12/243:51 pmORD - GUA
1 stop26h 45mFrontier
Thu 1/110:53 amGUA - ORD
1 stop8h 28mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$329
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Thu 12/114:10 pmORD - SAL
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Thu 12/1810:00 amSAL - ORD
Nonstop4h 50mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/105:18 pmORD - SJO
Nonstop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/156:00 amSJO - ORD
Nonstop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$343
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Thu 12/112:07 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 03mCopa Airlines
Thu 12/188:10 amSJO - ORD
1 stop15h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/10$346

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for O'Hare Intl to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$202
(Priceline)

One-way from

$69
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$717

Good round-trip deal

$253 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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From Chicago O'Hare Intl to Central America
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($83 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Central America.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Central America.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America that are best for you.

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Price

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

7:35 am-7:39 pm

1 stop12h 04m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 1/29

2:10 am-10:07 am

1 stop7h 57m

$212

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

5:40 am-11:24 am

1 stop6h 44m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 5/18

12:27 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$212

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

7:20 am-2:52 pm

1 stop7h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 1/25

4:02 pm-11:22 am

1 stop19h 20m

$214

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

8:54 am-9:19 pm

1 stop12h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/18

4:40 pm-7:46 am

1 stop15h 06m

$220

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

5:32 pm-11:20 am

2 stops17h 48m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 1/27

2:11 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$223

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

12:00 pm-2:52 pm

1 stop26h 52m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 1/31

11:54 am-8:18 am

1 stop20h 24m

$226

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

6:20 pm-3:24 pm

1 stop21h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 3/7

6:55 am-12:26 am

1 stop17h 31m

$227

ChicagoSan Pedro Sula

ORD - SAP

ORDSAP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

5:15 am-1:48 pm

1 stop8h 33m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sun 2/1

3:19 pm-8:18 am

1 stop16h 59m

$230

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

4:10 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/20

4:02 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$236

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

7:20 am-2:52 pm

1 stop7h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/27

4:02 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$239

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America (average of $145). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America in February is currently the most expensive (average of $202). 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 ORD to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 December 12, 2025.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 12% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Central America. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 December 12, 2025.

The most flights from ORD to 0CA are scheduled on a Wednesday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, 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 December 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America?

    A quick flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America can take about 7h 32m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $214. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Central America are separated by a distance of 1971 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America are United Airlines ($71), American Airlines ($78), and Avianca ($80).

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $176. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $229 on average, our data indicates $436 when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Central America that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Central America?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Central America by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America (average of $145). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Central America in February is currently the most expensive (average of $202). 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.

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Top 9 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Central America

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to Central America. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$110Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$112Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$149Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$180Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$195Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$196Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$241Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$441Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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