$128+ 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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — ORD
Feb 19 — Feb 261
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated January 20, 2026.
Round-trip from | $213 (Mytrip) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $128 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $331 |
Good round-trip deal | $296 or less |
Good one-way deal | $150 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Central America to IllinoisExplore 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 January 20, 2026.
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 January 20, 2026.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Thu 2/194:02 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop7h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 2/227:00 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop7h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 2/174:02 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop19h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/247:00 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop7h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$228
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/264:02 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop7h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/105:15 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 41m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$233
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/246:45 am
GUA
- ORD
1 stop8h 05m
Avianca
Wed 1/282:35 pm
ORD
- GUA
Nonstop4h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 1/18![Avianca logo]()
$233
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 4/152:03 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop8h 44m
Volaris
Tue 4/211:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 16m
Volaris
Deal found 1/18![Volaris logo]()
$236
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 9/242:03 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop8h 44m
Volaris
Sun 9/271:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 16m
Volaris
Deal found 1/18![Volaris logo]()
$243
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 4/152:03 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop8h 44m
Volaris
Sat 4/181:40 am
ORD
- GUA
1 stop12h 16m
Volaris
Deal found 1/19![Volaris logo]()
$245
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Thu 5/76:15 am
GUA
- ORD
1 stop17h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 5/119:36 pm
ORD
- GUA
1 stop17h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18![United Airlines logo]()
$246
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Thu 2/197:05 pm
SAL
- ORD
2 stops23h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/247:00 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop7h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$248
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/103:01 pm
SAL
- ORD
1 stop7h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/175:05 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Thu 2/197:05 pm
SAL
- ORD
2 stops23h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/225:15 am
ORD
- SAL
1 stop9h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$250
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/248:15 pm
GUA
- ORD
1 stop18h 40m
Avianca
Fri 8/283:40 pm
ORD
- GUA
Nonstop4h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 1/18![Avianca logo]()
$250
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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 January 20, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
San SalvadorChicago
SAL - ORD
SALORD
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Thu 2/26
4:02 pm-11:47 pm
1 stop7h 45m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 3/10
5:15 am-1:56 pm
1 stop9h 41m
$233
Guatemala CityChicago
GUA - ORD
GUAORD
Guatemala City La Aurora
Fri 2/13
7:00 am-11:04 pm
1 stop16h 04m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 2/17
7:35 am-7:39 pm
1 stop12h 04m
$246
Guatemala CityChicago
GUA - ORD
GUAORD
Guatemala City La Aurora
Thu 5/14
6:15 am-12:45 am
1 stop17h 30m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 5/18
9:36 pm-11:25 am
1 stop14h 49m
$246
Guatemala CityChicago
GUA - ORD
GUAORD
Guatemala City La Aurora
Thu 5/7
3:45 pm-12:45 am
1 stop8h 00m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 5/11
9:36 pm-2:30 pm
1 stop17h 54m
$246
San SalvadorChicago
SAL - ORD
SALORD
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Tue 3/10
3:01 pm-11:47 pm
1 stop7h 46m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 3/17
5:05 am-1:48 pm
1 stop9h 43m
$249
Guatemala CityChicago
GUA - ORD
GUAORD
Guatemala City La Aurora
Mon 3/9
12:05 am-9:50 am
1 stop8h 45m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/18
9:15 pm-4:25 pm
1 stop20h 10m
$260
Guatemala CityChicago
GUA - ORD
GUAORD
Guatemala City La Aurora
Fri 5/29
3:45 pm-7:47 am
1 stop15h 02m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 6/6
8:00 pm-2:30 pm
1 stop19h 30m
$260
San Pedro SulaChicago
SAP - ORD
SAPORD
San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda
Tue 3/17
6:15 am-9:38 pm
1 stop14h 23m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 3/24
2:10 pm-9:57 pm
1 stop8h 47m
$265
San JoséChicago
SJO - ORD
SJOORD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 2/14
1:31 pm-9:13 pm
1 stop7h 42m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 3/1
8:59 am-11:40 am
2 stops26h 41m
$268
San JoséChicago
SJO - ORD
SJOORD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 2/13
1:31 pm-7:54 am
2 stops18h 23m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 3/1
8:59 am-11:40 am
2 stops26h 41m
$270
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Illinois (average of $87). Flying from Central America to Illinois in May is currently the most expensive (average of $222). 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 January 20, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Central America to Illinois at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
Weekly flight availability from Central America to Illinois
Explore weekly flight availability from Central America to Illinois. 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 January 20, 2026.
The most flights from 0CA to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
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 January 20, 2026.
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.
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.8
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Entertainment
6.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodMaria,Dec 2025
MIA - PTY
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.8
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Entertainment
6.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodMaria,Dec 2025
MIA - PTY
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.8
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Entertainment
6.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodMaria,Dec 2025
MIA - PTY
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.8
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Entertainment
6.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodMaria,Dec 2025
MIA - PTY
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.8
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Entertainment
6.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodMaria,Dec 2025
MIA - PTY
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.8
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Entertainment
6.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodMaria,Dec 2025
MIA - PTY
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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 January 20, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$109 | Average$439 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$136 | Average$284 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$141 | Average$513 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$147 | Average$384 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$158 | Average$366 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$231 | Average$587 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$255 | Average$461 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$463 | Average$646 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |