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$176+ Cheap flights from South 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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOG — ORD
Nov 28 — Dec 51
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from South America to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/102:17 amBOG - ORD
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/67:30 amORD - BOG
1 stop16h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$305
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1612:49 amGYE - ORD
1 stop11h 19mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/135:05 amORD - GYE
1 stop17h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$305
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/146:08 pmBOG - ORD
1 stop19h 38mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/182:07 pmORD - BOG
1 stop18h 18mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/29$309
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1512:49 amGYE - ORD
1 stop11h 19mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/138:41 amORD - GYE
1 stop14h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$309
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/223:17 pmBOG - ORD
1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/255:00 amORD - BOG
1 stop8h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$312
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/213:17 pmBOG - ORD
1 stop19h 00mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/255:00 amORD - BOG
1 stop8h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$313
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/103:15 pmBOG - ORD
1 stop10h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/165:10 amORD - BOG
1 stop8h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$317
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/273:14 pmMDE - ORD
1 stop8h 59mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/210:12 amORD - MDE
1 stop13h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$318
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/152:17 amBOG - ORD
1 stop9h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/65:00 amORD - BOG
1 stop8h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$318
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/103:15 pmBOG - ORD
1 stop10h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/155:10 amORD - BOG
1 stop8h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/173:05 pmBOG - ORD
1 stop10h 04mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/67:30 amORD - BOG
1 stop16h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$320
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Sat 11/223:14 pmMDE - ORD
1 stop9h 15mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/293:43 pmORD - MDE
1 stop8h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/26$321

Cheap flight deals from South America to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South America to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$305
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$176
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$895

Good round-trip deal

$502 or less

Good one-way deal

$300 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sao Paulo (SAO)-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Sao Paulo (SAO)-Chicago (CHI) flights.
From South America to Illinois
One-way flight from South America to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($123 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South America to Illinois.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from South America to Illinois.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South America to Illinois that are best for you.

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South America

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Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Sat 11/22

10:40 am-12:05 am

1 stop14h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/29

2:07 pm-10:10 am

1 stop19h 03m

$309

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 2/2

5:00 am-12:31 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/21

2:22 pm-8:18 am

1 stop16h 56m

$325

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 4/21

5:00 am-1:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/15

3:13 pm-8:18 am

1 stop17h 05m

$325

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 11/28

5:00 am-12:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/8

11:51 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$325

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 11/22

3:15 pm-12:05 am

1 stop9h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

2:07 pm-9:51 am

1 stop18h 44m

$325

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 11/20

9:17 am-12:05 am

1 stop15h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

2:07 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$325

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 11/26

3:15 pm-12:05 am

1 stop9h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

7:33 am-8:16 pm

1 stop11h 43m

$325

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 12/16

2:17 am-11:13 am

1 stop9h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

3:26 pm-1:12 am

1 stop8h 46m

$327

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 4/1

9:45 am-12:10 am

1 stop14h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

9:05 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$328

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 11/27

10:45 am-9:11 am

1 stop23h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

9:23 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop23h 42m

$328

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Best time to book a flight from South America to Illinois

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to Illinois (average of $130). Flying from South America to Illinois in April is currently the most expensive (average of $287). 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 SA to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from South 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 October 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South America to Illinois at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South America to Illinois?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their South America to Illinois flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 October 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from South America to Illinois. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from South America to Illinois will take you 8h 45m. The distance between South America and Illinois is about 2694 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $176. Users have also found prices from $203 and $221 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to Illinois (average of $130). Flying from South America to Illinois in April is currently the most expensive (average of $287). 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 South America to Illinois

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$278Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$303Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$303Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$304Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$311Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$330Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$351Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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