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$145+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Nicaragua

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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MGA
Aug 7 — Aug 141
Thu 8/7
Thu 8/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Nicaragua

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Nicaragua flight deals. Data was last updated August 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$239
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$145
(Avianca Connect)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$520
From Illinois to Nicaragua
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Nicaragua
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Nicaragua. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/199:12 pmORD - MGA
2 stops16h 53mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/302:05 pmMGA - ORD
2 stops17h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$239
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1110:27 amORD - MGA
1 stop20h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/149:20 amMGA - ORD
1 stop22h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$331
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 8/165:05 amORD - MGA
1 stop8h 28mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/231:36 pmMGA - ORD
1 stop9h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$343
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/16:15 amSTL - MGA
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/301:20 pmMGA - STL
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$460
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 8/16:10 amSTL - MGA
2 stops15h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/76:00 amMGA - STL
2 stops16h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$667
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/126:00 amMDW - MGA
2 stops30h 30mAeromexico
Wed 10/2212:30 pmMGA - MDW
2 stops32h 44mAeromexico
Deal found 7/31$1,371

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

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Illinois

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Nicaragua

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ChicagoManagua

ORD - MGA

ORDMGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/19

9:12 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops16h 53m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 10/30

2:05 pm-8:18 am

2 stops17h 13m

$239

ChicagoManagua

ORD - MGA

ORDMGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

10:27 am-6:05 am

1 stop20h 38m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 9/14

9:20 am-9:18 am

1 stop22h 58m

$331

ChicagoManagua

ORD - MGA

ORDMGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

5:05 am-12:33 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sat 8/23

1:36 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$343

St. LouisManagua

STL - MGA

STLMGA

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/1

6:15 am-12:06 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 9/30

1:20 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$460

ChicagoManagua

MDW - MGA

MDWMGA

Chicago Midway

Sun 10/12

6:00 am-11:30 am

2 stops30h 30m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 10/22

12:30 pm-10:14 pm

2 stops32h 44m

$1,371

ChicagoManagua

ORD - MGA

ORDMGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

10:27 am-6:05 am

1 stop20h 38m

$145

ChicagoManagua

ORD - MGA

ORDMGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/8

3:45 pm-8:20 am

2 stops17h 35m

$161

St. LouisManagua

STL - MGA

STLMGA

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/1

6:15 am-12:06 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$211

St. LouisManagua

STL - MGA

STLMGA

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/1

7:59 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops18h 05m

$217

ChicagoManagua

ORD - MGA

ORDMGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/5

4:36 pm-1:03 pm

3 stops21h 27m

$270

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Nicaragua

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Nicaragua

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Nicaragua (average of $341). Flying from Illinois to Nicaragua in December is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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 IL to NI?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Nicaragua. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 2, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Nicaragua as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nicaragua

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nicaragua. 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 Nicaragua. Reviews last updated August 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to Nicaragua, such as Copa Airlines, Aeromexico, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,719 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,904 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,388 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Avianca, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $161. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Nicaragua for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Nicaragua?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Nicaragua 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 Illinois to Nicaragua?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Nicaragua (average of $341). Flying from Illinois to Nicaragua in December is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to Nicaragua

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Nicaragua. 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 August 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$112Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$185Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$317Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$343Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$406Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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