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$185+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Lima (LIM)

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 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LIM
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl are usually found in February or April, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Lima

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Lima (LIM). 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$439
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$185
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$581
From Chicago (CHI) to Lima J Chavez Intl
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Lima. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/25:56 amORD - LIM
1 stop14h 49mCopa Airlines
Mon 11/102:15 amLIM - ORD
1 stop11h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/296:30 pmMDW - LIM
2 stops11h 55mDelta
Tue 10/148:15 amLIM - MDW
2 stops13h 59mDelta
Deal found 9/16$440
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/55:20 amORD - LIM
2 stops15h 15mDelta
Tue 11/1112:20 amLIM - ORD
2 stops17h 22mDelta
Deal found 9/16$440
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/113:44 pmORD - LIM
2 stops12h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1810:55 pmLIM - ORD
2 stops13h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$441
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/71:35 pmORD - LIM
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/167:30 amLIM - ORD
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$442
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 11/58:10 amORD - LIM
1 stop12h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/127:00 amLIM - ORD
1 stop11h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$443
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:00 amMDW - LIM
1 stop15h 20mDelta
Sun 11/98:50 amLIM - MDW
2 stops15h 42mDelta
Deal found 9/17$444
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/111:23 amORD - LIM
2 stops21h 57mLATAM Airlines
Mon 11/108:50 amLIM - ORD
2 stops16h 11mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/17$444
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/21:30 pmORD - LIM
1 stop14h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/117:00 amLIM - ORD
1 stop13h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$445
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/111:14 pmMDW - LIM
2 stops14h 46mDelta
Fri 12/2612:15 pmLIM - MDW
1 stop21h 54mDelta
Deal found 9/14$447
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2110:35 amMDW - LIM
1 stop10h 35mDelta
Thu 10/3012:20 amLIM - MDW
2 stops17h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/17$448
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.
Sat 11/225:10 pmORD - LIM
1 stop29h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/51:50 amLIM - ORD
1 stop16h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$448

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Lima 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Lima that are best for you.

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ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Tue 11/11

5:34 pm-5:00 am

1 stop10h 26m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 11/17

12:20 am-4:38 pm

2 stops17h 18m

$440

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/23

7:10 am-11:55 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 11/24

1:50 am-9:17 pm

1 stop20h 27m

$440

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

5:20 am-9:20 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 11/20

12:20 am-6:26 pm

2 stops19h 06m

$440

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

7:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 2/17

8:25 am-11:54 pm

2 stops16h 29m

$440

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

1:09 pm-6:00 am

2 stops15h 51m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 11/16

12:20 am-4:28 pm

2 stops17h 08m

$440

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

5:20 am-8:15 pm

2 stops13h 55m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 11/18

12:20 am-1:50 pm

2 stops14h 30m

$440

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/14

5:20 am-9:40 pm

2 stops16h 20m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 10/20

12:15 am-4:11 pm

2 stops15h 56m

$440

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

7:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 3/3

12:15 am-1:23 pm

2 stops14h 08m

$440

ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/11

1:14 pm-5:00 am

2 stops14h 46m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Fri 12/26

12:15 pm-9:09 am

1 stop21h 54m

$447

ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/29

1:00 pm-5:00 am

2 stops15h 00m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 2/8

11:40 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop23h 06m

$447

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Lima

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Lima

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Lima. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Lima may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 56 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Lima (average of $499). Flying from Chicago to Lima in December is currently the most expensive (average of $802). 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 LIM?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Lima. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Lima in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Lima?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Lima flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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

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

Bogotá (BOG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 43% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Lima on Cheapflights.

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

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

Bogotá (BOG) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $488.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Lima?

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

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 9h 34m.

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

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

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 10m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lima

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lima. 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 Lima. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Lima, such as Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Lima. 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 Lima from Chicago?

    Most people fly into Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) if they book a flight to Lima from Chicago. On average, J Chavez Intl has 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 8 airlines. Lima J Chavez Intl is conveniently located just 5.7 mi from Lima’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Lima?

    For as low as $440, Delta can have you in Lima from Chicago in 13h 21m. The distance between Chicago and Lima is about 3776 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Avianca, at $310, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Lima.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Copa Airlines. Avianca is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Arajet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $216. Spirit Airlines flights start at $250 while deals on Delta start at $260 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Lima?

    Flights departing from Chicago and landing in Lima layover in Panama City most frequently. Bogotá sees the next most layovers on Chicago to Lima flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Panama City?

    The majority of Panama City visitors spend their time at Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal. Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal can be visited by traveling about 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Panama City Tocumen Intl for an average daily rate of $12 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Bogotá?

    Most Bogotá visitors opt to spend their time at Museo del Oro, Museo Botero, and Jardín botánico de Bogotá. Museo del Oro, Museo Botero and Jardín botánico de Bogotá are located about 8.6 mi, 8.9 mi, and 4.0 mi, respectively from Bogotá El Dorado if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Bogotá can rent a car from Bogotá El Dorado for about $50 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Lima flights?

    Flights departing from Chicago and landing in Lima layover in Atlanta least frequently. Miami is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from Chicago to Lima.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Lima?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Lima 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 Lima?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Lima (average of $499). Flying from Chicago to Lima in December is currently the most expensive (average of $802). 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 Chicago to Lima

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Lima. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$310Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$329Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$333Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$391Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$474Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$504Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$512Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$772Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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