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$125+ 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Jan 28 — Feb 41
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Cheap flight deals from Central America to Illinois

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 December 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/301:28 pmGUA - ORD
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:49 amORD - GUA
1 stop17h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$213
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Sat 12/271:56 pmGUA - ORD
Nonstop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/37:36 amORD - GUA
1 stop16h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/27$218
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Sun 12/281:28 pmGUA - ORD
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:49 amORD - GUA
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Tue 12/305:06 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/48:50 amORD - GUA
Nonstop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$272
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:15 amGUA - ORD
1 stop15h 06mCopa Airlines
Fri 1/92:13 pmORD - GUA
1 stop19h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/29$276
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Sun 12/286:55 amSAL - ORD
1 stop17h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/59:22 pmORD - SAL
1 stop18h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Tue 12/305:06 pmGUA - ORD
1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/29:23 pmORD - GUA
1 stop22h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Sat 12/271:56 pmGUA - ORD
Nonstop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/25:21 amORD - GUA
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/27$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Sat 12/272:31 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop18h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/189:10 pmORD - SAL
2 stops15h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/27$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Tue 12/301:37 pmSAL - ORD
1 stop19h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/412:10 amORD - SAL
2 stops12h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/28$302
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Sat 12/2710:00 amSAL - ORD
Nonstop4h 50mAvianca
Tue 1/134:10 pmORD - SAL
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Deal found 12/27$306
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/2710:00 amSAL - ORD
Nonstop4h 50mAvianca
Sun 1/182:35 pmORD - SAL
1 stop15h 35mAvianca
Deal found 12/27$309

Find 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 December 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$186
(Super.com)

One-way from

$125
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$402

Good round-trip deal

$210 or less

Good one-way deal

$114 or less
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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 December 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Central America to Illinois that are best for you.

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San Pedro SulaChicago

SAP - ORD

SAPORD

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sat 2/7

11:46 am-7:41 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/10

8:37 pm-10:36 am

1 stop13h 59m

$223

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 2/26

2:10 am-9:17 am

1 stop7h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

9:15 pm-11:26 am

1 stop15h 11m

$223

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 2/6

1:28 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

9:05 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop15h 21m

$223

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 3/9

1:10 am-11:10 am

1 stop9h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

9:15 pm-11:26 am

1 stop15h 11m

$223

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 2/3

4:40 pm-10:28 am

1 stop17h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/22

5:45 am-12:26 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$223

Guatemala CityChicago

GUA - ORD

GUAORD

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 2/12

7:00 am-12:26 am

1 stop17h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/15

9:15 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop15h 11m

$223

San Pedro SulaChicago

SAP - ORD

SAPORD

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Fri 1/23

11:46 am-7:41 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

8:36 pm-10:36 am

1 stop14h 00m

$231

San Pedro SulaChicago

SAP - ORD

SAPORD

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Thu 1/22

11:46 am-7:41 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

8:36 pm-10:36 am

1 stop14h 00m

$231

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

$235

San Pedro SulaChicago

SAP - ORD

SAPORD

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sat 1/24

11:46 am-7:41 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

8:36 pm-10:36 am

1 stop14h 00m

$236

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Deals found on 12/27

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from Central America with our price prediction graph.
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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 December 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Central America to Illinois at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% 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 December 29, 2025.

The most flights from 0CA to USIL are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 December 29, 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
1,562 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Maria,Dec 2025

MIA - PTY

The second flight to salta Argentina was terrible..the plain is old no entertainment no good food no nothing
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Maria,Dec 2025

MIA - PTY

The second flight to salta Argentina was terrible..the plain is old no entertainment no good food no nothing
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,120 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Maria,Dec 2025

MIA - PTY

The second flight to salta Argentina was terrible..the plain is old no entertainment no good food no nothing
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,066 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Maria,Dec 2025

MIA - PTY

The second flight to salta Argentina was terrible..the plain is old no entertainment no good food no nothing
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,488 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Maria,Dec 2025

MIA - PTY

The second flight to salta Argentina was terrible..the plain is old no entertainment no good food no nothing
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,226 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Maria,Dec 2025

MIA - PTY

The second flight to salta Argentina was terrible..the plain is old no entertainment no good food no nothing

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 7h 07m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from Central America to Illinois is about 1898 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $79 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Avianca and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $114 and $115, 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, 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.

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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 December 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$153Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VolarisCheapest$186Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$207Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$207Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$252Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$262Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$463Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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