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$117+ Cheap flights from Illinois to South America

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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — BOG
may. 6 — may. 131
mar. 5/6
mar. 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$307
(LATAM Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,014

Good round-trip deal

$418 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mayo 1, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
lun. 9/87:54 amORD - BOG
1 stop9h 13mCopa Airlines
vie. 9/129:45 amBOG - ORD
1 stop14h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/76:00 amORD - BOG
1 stop13h 15mDelta
lun. 10/131:35 amBOG - ORD
2 stops15h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/29$307
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
mié. 5/147:00 amORD - BOG
2 stops12h 58mLATAM Airlines
mié. 5/2110:45 amBOG - ORD
2 stops13h 13mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/30$308
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
vie. 5/305:05 amORD - BOG
1 stop8h 00mSpirit Airlines
vie. 6/62:07 pmBOG - ORD
1 stop18h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
vie. 5/26:00 amORD - BOG
1 stop16h 30mAmerican Airlines
lun. 5/56:30 amBOG - ORD
1 stop17h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$315
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 6/712:41 pmORD - CTG
1 stop23h 29mSpirit Airlines
jue. 6/121:15 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop10h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
jue. 8/79:50 pmORD - BOG
1 stop21h 30mUnited Airlines
dom. 9/712:14 amBOG - ORD
1 stop22h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$324
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
vie. 5/97:54 amORD - CTG
1 stop15h 07mCopa Airlines
lun. 5/129:22 amCTG - ORD
1 stop15h 12mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/29$330
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/272:35 pmORD - CTG
1 stop9h 01mAvianca
lun. 9/19:49 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop15h 26mAvianca
Deal found 4/29$331
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
jue. 6/55:25 pmORD - BOG
2 stops12h 02mAvianca
lun. 6/93:59 amBOG - ORD
1 stop12h 06mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$334
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lun. 5/265:05 amORD - MDE
1 stop8h 10mSpirit Airlines
mié. 6/42:13 pmMDE - ORD
1 stop8h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$347
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
dom. 9/142:35 pmORD - MDE
1 stop8h 21mAvianca
dom. 9/218:52 pmMDE - ORD
1 stop16h 23mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$350

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to South America 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 mayo 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to South America that are best for you.

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ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/8

7:54 am-5:07 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Bogotá El Dorado

vie. 9/12

9:45 am-12:22 am

1 stop14h 37m

$306

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/7

6:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop13h 15m

Bogotá El Dorado

lun. 10/13

1:35 am-4:38 pm

2 stops15h 03m

$307

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 5/14

7:00 am-7:58 pm

2 stops12h 58m

Bogotá El Dorado

mié. 5/21

10:45 am-11:58 pm

2 stops13h 13m

$308

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 5/30

5:05 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Bogotá El Dorado

vie. 6/6

2:07 pm-8:50 am

1 stop18h 43m

$313

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 6/3

5:25 pm-5:27 am

2 stops12h 02m

Bogotá El Dorado

mar. 6/10

7:00 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$315

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 6/7

12:41 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop23h 29m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

jue. 6/12

1:15 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$319

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 5/21

4:50 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Bogotá El Dorado

mié. 6/4

2:10 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$320

ChicagoBogotá

ORD - BOG

ORDBOG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 8/7

9:50 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Bogotá El Dorado

dom. 9/7

12:14 am-10:41 pm

1 stop22h 27m

$324

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 5/9

7:54 am-11:01 pm

1 stop15h 07m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

lun. 5/12

9:22 am-12:34 am

1 stop15h 12m

$330

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 6/1

2:35 pm-11:58 am

1 stop21h 23m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

dom. 6/8

6:06 am-1:15 pm

1 stop31h 09m

$336

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to South America

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to South America (average of $359). Flying from Illinois to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $664). 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 SA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to South America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated mayo 1, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to South America

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to South America. 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 mayo 1, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to 0SA are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in South America by month

Plan your trip to South America by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South America ranges from 0.8 - 9.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit South America when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in South America by month

Plan your trip to South America by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 62.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South America. 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 South America. Reviews last updated mayo 1, 2025.
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,767 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Copa Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $117. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to South America for a low price.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to South America (average of $359). Flying from Illinois to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $664). 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 10 airlines flying from Illinois to South America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to South America. 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 mayo 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$211Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$251Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$274Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$299Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$307Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$311Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$311Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AzulCheapest$450Average$1,592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
GOLCheapest$583Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
AeromexicoCheapest$612Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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