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$165+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) 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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — CHI
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Mexico City to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mexico City (MEX) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$220
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$165
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$282

Good round-trip deal

$119 or less

Good one-way deal

$164 or less
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Cheapest flights from Mexico City to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:30 pmMEX - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mVolaris
Sat 10/117:25 amORD - MEX
Nonstop4h 10mVolaris
Deal found 9/11$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/1212:40 amMEX - ORD
Nonstop3h 56mVolaris
Sun 11/2311:58 pmORD - MEX
Nonstop4h 22mVolaris
Deal found 9/8$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/68:10 amMEX - ORD
1 stop14h 49mVolaris
Thu 10/231:14 pmORD - MEX
1 stop9h 46mVolaris
Deal found 9/11$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 11/1312:40 amMEX - ORD
Nonstop3h 56mVolaris
Mon 11/176:23 amORD - MEX
Nonstop4h 22mVolaris
Deal found 9/9$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/88:10 amMEX - ORD
1 stop14h 43mVolaris
Thu 10/231:14 pmORD - MEX
1 stop9h 46mVolaris
Deal found 9/11$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/612:40 amMEX - ORD
Nonstop3h 56mVolaris
Tue 11/186:23 amORD - MEX
Nonstop4h 22mVolaris
Deal found 9/10$242
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2812:40 amMEX - ORD
Nonstop3h 56mVolaris
Sun 11/166:23 amORD - MEX
Nonstop4h 22mVolaris
Deal found 9/10$244
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:50 amMEX - ORD
Nonstop4h 05mViva
Sat 11/81:15 amORD - MEX
Nonstop4h 15mViva
Deal found 9/9$245
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:30 pmMEX - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mVolaris
Sat 10/41:40 amORD - MEX
Nonstop4h 10mVolaris
Deal found 9/10$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/2812:40 amMEX - ORD
Nonstop3h 56mVolaris
Wed 11/511:58 pmORD - MEX
Nonstop4h 22mVolaris
Deal found 9/9$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/113:10 pmMEX - MDW
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/16:30 amMDW - MEX
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/203:10 pmMEX - MDW
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/66:30 amMDW - MEX
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$308

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Mexico City 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mexico City to Chicago that are best for you.

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Mexico CityChicago

MEX - ORD

MEXORD

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 10/30

1:40 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

7:50 pm-10:05 am

1 stop14h 15m

$256

Mexico CityChicago

MEX - ORD

MEXORD

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 11/19

2:40 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

9:05 pm-10:05 am

1 stop13h 00m

$256

Mexico CityChicago

MEX - ORD

MEXORD

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 10/31

1:40 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/7

5:10 pm-10:05 am

1 stop16h 55m

$257

Mexico CityChicago

MEX - ORD

MEXORD

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 10/31

1:40 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/19

7:10 am-6:55 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$257

Mexico CityChicago

MEX - ORD

MEXORD

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 10/31

1:40 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

9:08 pm-10:05 am

1 stop12h 57m

$257

Mexico CityChicago

MEX - ORD

MEXORD

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 12/17

12:25 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

9:23 pm-10:05 am

1 stop12h 42m

$258

Mexico CityChicago

MEX - ORD

MEXORD

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 12/26

10:05 am-12:14 am

1 stop14h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/4

9:23 pm-10:05 am

1 stop12h 42m

$259

Mexico CityChicago

MEX - ORD

MEXORD

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 12/17

9:05 am-7:44 pm

1 stop10h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/5

9:23 pm-10:05 am

1 stop12h 42m

$259

Mexico CityChicago

MEX - ORD

MEXORD

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 10/17

4:40 am-12:14 am

1 stop18h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

4:50 pm-8:35 am

1 stop16h 45m

$262

Mexico CityChicago

MEX - ORD

MEXORD

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 10/14

2:15 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

9:05 pm-8:35 am

1 stop12h 30m

$262

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The best insider tips for Mexico City to Chicago flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Mexico City to Chicago trip
Airlines
Volaris

Volaris offers low fares but charges for extras like checked baggage and seat selection.


Download the Volaris app to check in 24 hours before international flights.

Read more about Volarisby Mark Chesnut
Aeromexico

Aeromexico offers free, warm meals in economy, unlike most U.S. carriers.


Check-in via the Aeromexico app to save time at crowded Mexico City airport.

Read more about Aeromexicoby Mark Chesnut
Airports
MEX

Expect efficient security lines at MEX, typically under 20 minutes. Arrive early for US flights due to additional gate security checks.

Read more about MEXby Brandon Schultz
ORD

At ORD, immigration lines can be long for international arrivals. Global Entry lanes are open, but Mobile Passport lanes may not be.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on Volaris and Aeromexico

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MEX

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Mexico City with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Mexico City to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Mexico City to Chicago. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Mexico City 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 MEX to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Mexico City 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 September 11, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Mexico City to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Mexico City to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Mexico City to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Mexico City to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Mexico City to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Mexico City 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from MEX to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Aeromexico, and United Airlines from Mexico City to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,701 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Viva
7.0
Good
788 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,155 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Chicago?

    Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Mexico City to Chicago. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chicago from Benito Juarez; the airport handles an average of 11 outbound flights to Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Mexico City airport to Chicago. It is only a 5.5 mi journey to Benito Juarez (MEX) from Mexico City’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Mexico City to Chicago?

    Departing from Mexico City to Chicago will take you 4h 12m. The distance between Mexico City and Chicago is about 1688 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Mexico City to Chicago round-trip from $159. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Aeromexico, from $171, and Frontier, from $205. These flights start at 47% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Viva. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $168. Users have also found prices from $173 and $240 on United Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Mexico City to Chicago?

    Consider Air France (85%), Emirates (85%) or United Airlines (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Mexico City to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $157. While the most popular route (Mexico City Benito Juarez - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $244 on average, our data indicates $434 when flying from Mexico City to Chicago.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Mexico City to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Mexico City 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 6 airlines flying from Mexico City to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Mexico City 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$159Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$171Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$205Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
VivaCheapest$219Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$254Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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