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$112+ 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 7/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MGA
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sat 6/21
Sat 6/28
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 June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$277
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$112
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$523
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 June 16, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/95:05 amORD - MGA
1 stop8h 58mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/147:10 pmMGA - ORD
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$277
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Sat 8/165:05 amORD - MGA
1 stop8h 28mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/231:36 pmMGA - ORD
1 stop9h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/14$284
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/303:45 pmORD - MGA
2 stops18h 15mAvianca
Wed 8/67:10 pmMGA - ORD
1 stop19h 55mAvianca
Deal found 6/15$330
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/301:07 amORD - MGA
2 stops10h 16mCopa Airlines
Thu 8/73:49 pmMGA - ORD
2 stops31h 32mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/16$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/165:28 amSTL - MGA
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/2312:42 pmMGA - STL
2 stops19h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$445
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/199:11 pmORD - MGA
2 stops16h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/22:10 pmMGA - ORD
2 stops16h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$482
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 7/197:55 amSTL - MGA
2 stops14h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/271:20 pmMGA - STL
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/15$546
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Mon 10/276:00 amORD - MGA
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/182:25 pmMGA - ORD
1 stop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/15$568
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Sat 7/193:34 pmSTL - MGA
1 stop26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/2710:00 amMGA - STL
3 stops22h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$630
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/129:40 amMDW - MGA
3 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/191:38 pmMGA - MDW
3 stops28h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$940
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/316:00 amMDW - MGA
2 stops30h 30mAeromexico
Mon 9/2912:30 pmMGA - MDW
2 stops32h 14mAeromexico
Deal found 6/15$1,199
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Wed 6/258:10 amSTL - MGA
3 stops27h 12mCopa Airlines
Sat 7/122:04 pmMGA - STL
2 stops18h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/15$1,236

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Nicaragua 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 June 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Nicaragua that are best for you.

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ChicagoManagua

ORD - MGA

ORDMGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/9

5:05 am-1:03 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Mon 7/14

7:10 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$277

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

$284

ChicagoManagua

ORD - MGA

ORDMGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

3:45 pm-9:00 am

2 stops18h 15m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 8/6

7:10 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$330

ChicagoManagua

ORD - MGA

ORDMGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

1:07 am-10:23 am

2 stops10h 16m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 8/7

3:49 pm-12:21 am

2 stops31h 32m

$414

ChicagoManagua

ORD - MGA

ORDMGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

9:11 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops16h 53m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 9/2

2:10 pm-7:42 am

2 stops16h 32m

$482

St. LouisManagua

STL - MGA

STLMGA

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 7/19

7:55 am-9:05 pm

2 stops14h 10m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 7/27

1:20 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$546

ChicagoManagua

ORD - MGA

ORDMGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/29

6:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Mon 9/29

1:20 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$579

St. LouisManagua

STL - MGA

STLMGA

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 6/25

5:47 pm-11:40 am

2 stops18h 53m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sat 7/12

6:00 am-11:57 pm

1 stop16h 57m

$615

St. LouisManagua

STL - MGA

STLMGA

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 7/19

3:34 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop26h 06m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 7/27

10:00 am-9:52 am

3 stops22h 52m

$630

ChicagoManagua

MDW - MGA

MDWMGA

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/12

9:40 am-4:40 pm

3 stops32h 00m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sat 7/19

1:38 pm-7:24 pm

3 stops28h 46m

$940

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Deals found on 6/14

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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 June 16, 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 June 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Illinois to Nicaragua, see what other customers have to say about 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
1,452 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

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
1,452 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,452 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

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
1,711 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,452 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

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
8,801 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,452 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

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
1,452 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

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
2,349 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,452 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $112. However, be on the lookout for offers from Avianca and Copa 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.

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  • 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 June 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$130Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$185Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$373Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$406Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$436Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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