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$106+ Cheap flights from Central America to Illinois

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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — ORD
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Central America to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$184
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$106
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$395 or less

Good one-way deal

$178 or less
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Cheapest flights from Central America to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/112:19 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/116:58 pmORD - SJO
2 stops17h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$180
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/812:35 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/145:05 amORD - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/12$184
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/2512:19 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/26:44 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$192
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/812:35 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 10mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/167:43 pmORD - SJO
1 stop16h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/12$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/3012:19 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/35:05 amORD - SJO
1 stop7h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$197
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/112:19 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/55:05 amORD - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/3012:19 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/25:05 amORD - SJO
1 stop7h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$200
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/212:19 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/97:43 pmORD - SJO
1 stop16h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$202
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1012:35 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/187:43 pmORD - SJO
1 stop16h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/1812:35 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/215:05 amORD - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$205
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 9/2412:19 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/75:05 amORD - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$206
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 9/156:15 amGUA - ORD
1 stop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/259:00 amORD - GUA
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$222

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Central America to Illinois 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 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Central America to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

Central America

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 2/27

7:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop15h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

7:45 am-6:39 pm

1 stop11h 54m

$222

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 1/27

2:10 am-10:07 am

1 stop7h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

7:35 am-9:45 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$222

San Pedro SulaChicago

SAP - ORD

SAPORD

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Tue 10/14

3:40 pm-7:50 am

1 stop15h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

7:10 am-2:27 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$241

San Pedro SulaChicago

SAP - ORD

SAPORD

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Wed 10/1

3:40 pm-12:14 am

1 stop7h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

9:05 pm-11:32 am

1 stop15h 27m

$241

San Pedro SulaChicago

SAP - ORD

SAPORD

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Fri 10/17

3:40 pm-7:50 am

1 stop15h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

7:10 am-2:27 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$241

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/29

8:33 am-12:56 am

1 stop15h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

5:56 am-10:39 pm

1 stop16h 43m

$244

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/24

8:33 am-12:21 am

1 stop14h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

2:07 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$244

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/1

8:33 am-12:21 am

1 stop14h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

7:59 am-11:37 pm

1 stop16h 38m

$244

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/29

8:33 am-12:56 am

1 stop15h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

2:07 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$244

San SalvadorChicago

SAL - ORD

SALORD

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/23

1:41 pm-12:21 am

1 stop9h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/26

7:59 am-11:37 pm

1 stop16h 38m

$244

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Deals found on 9/13

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Central America to Illinois

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Central America to Illinois 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Central America to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 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 Illinois as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Central America to Illinois, such as Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,435 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,015 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Central America to Illinois?

    There are many flights that can get you from Central America to Illinois in 8h 53m. Fly via United Airlines, Copa Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Central America to Illinois is about 2063 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $125 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Viva and United Airlines, with prices starting from $134 and $134, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Central America to Illinois 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 Illinois

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Central America to Illinois. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$186Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$211Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$212Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$222Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$254Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$273Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$278Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$425Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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