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$165+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Guatemala City (GUA)

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — GUA
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Tue 8/25
Tue 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Guatemala City La Aurora are usually found in January or October, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Guatemala City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Guatemala City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 26, 2026.

This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/201:40 am
ORD
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GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/313:47 pm
GUA
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ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$354
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/81:40 am
ORD
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GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/223:47 pm
GUA
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ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$355
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/211:40 am
ORD
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GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/293:47 pm
GUA
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ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$356
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/171:40 am
ORD
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GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/273:47 pm
GUA
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ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$357
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 10/241:19 am
ORD
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GUA
1 stop12h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/198:27 am
GUA
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ORD
1 stop13h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$358
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/51:40 am
ORD
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GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/223:47 pm
GUA
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ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$359
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/31:40 am
ORD
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GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/73:47 pm
GUA
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ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$360
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 10/241:19 am
ORD
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GUA
1 stop12h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/63:47 pm
GUA
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ORD
1 stop12h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$361
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/241:40 am
ORD
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GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/203:47 pm
GUA
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ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$362
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/251:40 am
ORD
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GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/223:47 pm
GUA
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ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$363
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/241:40 am
ORD
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GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/263:47 pm
GUA
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ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$364
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/191:40 am
ORD
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GUA
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/263:47 pm
GUA
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ORD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$365

Find flight deals from Chicago to Guatemala City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Guatemala City (GUA). 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 July 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$354
(Volaris)

One-way from

$165
(Volaris)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$589

Good round-trip deal

$552 or less

Good one-way deal

$368 or less
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One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Guatemala City La Aurora
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Guatemala City La Aurora.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/18

11:58 pm-12:47 pm

1 stop12h 49m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 1/25

3:47 pm-4:36 am

1 stop12h 49m

$371

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/3

1:40 am-12:46 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 9/26

3:47 pm-5:52 am

1 stop13h 05m

$372

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/3

1:40 am-12:46 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 9/9

3:47 pm-5:52 am

1 stop13h 05m

$372

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/17

1:40 am-12:46 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 8/22

3:47 pm-5:52 am

1 stop13h 05m

$384

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

1:40 am-12:46 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 10/5

3:47 pm-5:52 am

1 stop13h 05m

$384

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/8

1:40 am-12:46 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 9/1

3:47 pm-5:52 am

1 stop13h 05m

$386

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/13

1:40 am-12:46 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 8/23

3:47 pm-5:52 am

1 stop13h 05m

$403

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/27

11:58 pm-12:47 pm

1 stop12h 49m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 12/2

8:27 am-10:06 pm

1 stop13h 39m

$406

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/4

11:58 pm-12:47 pm

1 stop12h 49m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 12/14

8:27 am-10:06 pm

1 stop13h 39m

$407

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

1:40 am-12:46 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 10/7

3:47 pm-5:52 am

1 stop13h 05m

$500

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Guatemala City

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 Chicago to Guatemala City in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Chicago-Guatemala City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Guatemala City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Guatemala City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Guatemala City 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 Chicago-Guatemala City 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 Chicago to Guatemala City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Guatemala City from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Guatemala City

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Guatemala City (average of $359). Flying from Chicago to Guatemala City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $631). 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 GUA?

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

When flying from Chicago to Guatemala City, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Guatemala City flights typically cost between $426 and $674 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $354 on Multiple Airlines (Aug 20-Aug 31).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Guatemala City?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Guatemala City chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Guatemala City on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Guatemala City?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Guatemala City, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $322.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Guatemala City?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Guatemala City, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Guatemala City?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Guatemala City, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 31m.

How often are flights from Chicago to Guatemala City delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Chicago and Guatemala City have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 151 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Guatemala City is 62 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Guatemala City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Guatemala City. 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 Guatemala City. Reviews last updated July 26, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Guatemala City, such as Delta,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,037 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,844 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,520 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Guatemala City. 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 into for flights to Guatemala City from Chicago?

    Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Guatemala City. You should not have trouble finding flights to La Aurora from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Guatemala City airport from Chicago. It is only a 3.7 mi journey from La Aurora (GUA) to Guatemala City’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Chicago to Guatemala City can take about 6h 24m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $584. The distance between Chicago and Guatemala City is about 1886 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Guatemala City round-trip from $108. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Copa Airlines, from $123, and Avianca, from $196. Users have found that Delta is 77% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $78 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $82 and United Airlines from $82 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Guatemala City from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (88%), American Airlines (88%), Avianca( 58%).

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

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Guatemala City is generally $487, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $246. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Guatemala City La Aurora), you can expect to pay $302 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Guatemala City (average of $359). Flying from Chicago to Guatemala City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $631). 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 7 airlines flying from Chicago to Guatemala City

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Guatemala City. 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 July 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$108Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$123Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$196Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$208Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$241Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
GOLCheapest$466Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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