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$131+ Cheap flights from Central America 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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CHI
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$228
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$132
(eDestinos)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$451

Good round-trip deal

$240 or less

Good one-way deal

$229 or less
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Cheapest flights from Central America to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 8/73:53 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop12h 49mVolaris
Wed 8/131:40 amORD - GUA
1 stop14h 06mVolaris
Deal found 4/30$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 8/312:57 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/58:25 amORD - GUA
2 stops9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$232
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/103:53 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop12h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/184:45 pmORD - GUA
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/1311:55 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/611:46 amORD - GUA
1 stop10h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$234
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/2912:33 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop10h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/19:55 amORD - GUA
1 stop14h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$237
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/215:00 amSAL - ORD
1 stop18h 20mCopa Airlines
Thu 7/313:07 pmORD - SAL
1 stop9h 30mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$244
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Sun 6/295:30 amSAL - ORD
1 stop7h 55mAvianca
Fri 7/43:45 pmORD - SAL
1 stop17h 10mAvianca
Deal found 4/29$252
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 6/188:40 amGUA - ORD
Nonstop4h 45mAvianca
Wed 7/303:45 pmORD - GUA
Nonstop4h 25mAvianca
Deal found 4/29$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/1112:53 pmGUA - MDW
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Thu 9/46:00 amMDW - GUA
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Deal found 4/30$281
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Thu 5/2912:28 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/75:08 pmORD - SJO
1 stop18h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$291
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Fri 5/3011:32 amSJO - ORD
2 stops24h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/47:37 amORD - SJO
1 stop27h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 9/101:34 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Tue 9/166:00 amORD - SAL
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/29$299

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Central America 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Central America to Chicago that are best for you.

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Central America

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 8/7

3:53 pm-5:42 am

1 stop12h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/13

1:40 am-2:46 pm

1 stop14h 06m

$228

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 8/31

2:57 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/5

8:25 am-4:59 pm

2 stops9h 34m

$232

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 6/10

3:53 pm-5:42 am

1 stop12h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/18

4:45 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$233

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 6/13

11:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

11:46 am-9:40 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$234

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 5/29

12:33 pm-12:05 am

1 stop10h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/1

9:55 am-11:54 pm

1 stop14h 59m

$237

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 7/21

5:00 am-12:20 am

1 stop18h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/31

3:07 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$244

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 6/29

5:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/4

3:45 pm-7:55 am

1 stop17h 10m

$252

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 6/18

8:40 am-2:25 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

3:45 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$262

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - MDW

GUAMDW

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 6/11

12:53 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop6h 41m

$281

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/29

12:28 pm-12:05 am

1 stop10h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/7

5:08 pm-10:27 am

1 stop18h 19m

$291

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to Chicago

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Central America to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 CA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Central America 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Central America to Chicago as you normally would.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $132. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Avianca, as they are both options that can get you from Central America to Chicago for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Central America to Chicago?

    When deciding which route to take from Central America to Chicago consider San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Guatemala City La Aurora - Chicago O'Hare Intl or San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Central America to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Central America to Chicago? While on average our users pay $402, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $235. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $248.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Central America to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Central America 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 Central America to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Central America to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 8 airlines flying from Central America to Chicago

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Central America 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$133Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$186Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$202Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$211Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$278Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$311Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$567Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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