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$146+ Cheap flights from Cancún (CUN) to Chicago (CHI)

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CUN — CHI
Mar 28 — Apr 41
Sat 3/28
Sat 4/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cancun to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cancún to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 26, 2026.

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 4/2310:40 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 09m
Frontier
Sun 4/266:30 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 2/26$146
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3010:40 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 09m
Frontier
Sun 5/106:30 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$149
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/710:40 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 09m
Frontier
Mon 5/116:30 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$150
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.
Fri 4/1710:40 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 09m
Frontier
Sun 4/266:30 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$151
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1610:40 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 09m
Frontier
Tue 4/216:30 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$152
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1710:40 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 09m
Frontier
Tue 4/216:30 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$154
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.
Wed 3/47:19 pm
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 09m
Frontier
Mon 3/96:30 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$167
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/56:27 pm
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 10m
Frontier
Mon 3/96:30 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$171
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 3/56:27 pm
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 10m
Frontier
Wed 3/116:30 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 2/24$183
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/1310:40 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Tue 3/176:30 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 2/26$184
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/1410:40 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 08m
Frontier
Tue 3/176:30 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$195
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.
Wed 4/151:50 pm
CUN
-
MDW
1 stop8h 38m
Delta
Tue 4/216:00 am
MDW
-
CUN
1 stop8h 01m
Delta
Deal found 2/25$280

Find flight deals from Cancún to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cancún (CUN) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$149
(Frontier)

One-way from

$146
(Spirit)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$236

Good round-trip deal

$169 or less

Good one-way deal

$182 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Cancún to Chicago 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 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cancún to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CancúnChicago

CUN - ORD

CUNORD

Cancun

Fri 4/17

10:40 am-2:49 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/21

6:30 am-10:38 am

Nonstop4h 08m

$154

CancúnChicago

CUN - ORD

CUNORD

Cancun

Fri 4/17

10:40 am-2:49 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/21

7:35 am-9:03 pm

1 stop13h 28m

$213

CancúnChicago

CUN - ORD

CUNORD

Cancun

Fri 4/17

10:50 am-11:47 pm

1 stop12h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/21

7:35 am-9:03 pm

1 stop13h 28m

$266

CancúnChicago

CUN - ORD

CUNORD

Cancun

Fri 3/13

12:28 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

7:10 am-8:20 pm

2 stops13h 10m

$279

CancúnChicago

CUN - MDW

CUNMDW

Cancun

Sat 3/14

12:44 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop9h 47m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/18

12:47 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$280

CancúnChicago

CUN - MDW

CUNMDW

Cancun

Thu 4/23

11:00 am-10:28 pm

1 stop11h 28m

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/26

6:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$281

CancúnChicago

CUN - ORD

CUNORD

Cancun

Thu 3/12

5:30 am-7:46 am

1 stop26h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

9:15 pm-10:30 am

1 stop13h 15m

$282

CancúnChicago

CUN - MDW

CUNMDW

Cancun

Thu 3/19

10:50 am-5:54 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/23

12:47 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$282

CancúnChicago

CUN - MDW

CUNMDW

Cancun

Thu 4/16

10:00 am-4:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/21

10:41 am-8:15 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$282

CancúnChicago

CUN - MDW

CUNMDW

Cancun

Fri 5/1

8:00 am-4:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/4

6:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$282

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Compare providers for flights from Cancún to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cancún to Chicago in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cancún-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cancún-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cancún-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cancún-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cancún-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Cancún to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Cancún with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cancún to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cancún to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cancún to Chicago. Price data was last updated on February 20, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Cancún to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cancún to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cancún to Chicago (average of $79). Flying from Cancún to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $245). 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 CUN to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Cancún to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 26, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Cancún to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 66% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Cancún to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Cancún to Chicago. 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 26, 2026.

The most flights from CUN to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cancún to Chicago?

How often are flights from Cancún to Chicago delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between Cancún and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 155 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cancún to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cancún to Chicago flights?

Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Cancún to Chicago flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated February 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Cancún to Chicago. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,348 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,492 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cancún to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cancún to Chicago?

    Most people fly from Cancun (CUN) if they book a flight from Cancún to Chicago. On average, Cancun has 13 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 4 airlines. Cancun is conveniently located just 8.9 mi from Cancún’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Cancún to Chicago?

    For as low as $154, Frontier can have you in Chicago from Cancún in 4h 09m. Cancún and Chicago are separated by a distance of 1447 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cancún to Chicago round-trip?

    Frontier, at $142, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cancún to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. Users have found that Frontier is 50% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cancún to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $112. Spirit Airlines flights start at $112 while deals on Southwest start at $144 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cancún to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cancún to Chicago consider choosing Volaris (83%), United Airlines (70%) or Qatar Airways (65%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cancún to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $376 for a flight from Cancún to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $108 while the most popular route, (Cancun - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $224.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cancún to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cancún to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cancún to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cancún to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cancún to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cancún to Chicago 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 Cancún to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cancún to Chicago (average of $79). Flying from Cancún to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $245). 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 4 airlines flying from Cancún to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cancún to Chicago. 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 February 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$142Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$147Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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