HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Tulum

$98+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Tulum, Mexico

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 6/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CUN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Chicago to Tulum with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Tulum are usually found in September or October, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Tulum

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Tulum flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$238
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$98
(SmartFares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$465
From Chicago (CHI) to Tulum
Search Deals
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Tulum
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Chicago to Tulum

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Tulum
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Tulum. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 7/87:49 pmORD - CUN
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/1110:55 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop3h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/104:35 pmMDW - CUN
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Tue 7/158:30 amCUN - MDW
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/9$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 10/68:05 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 45mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/1012:59 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/116:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/1911:51 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$270
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 8/236:10 amMDW - CUN
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Sat 8/301:54 pmCUN - MDW
1 stop9h 17mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$292
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2412:44 pmMDW - CUN
1 stop7h 36mAeromexico
Sat 9/612:40 pmCUN - MDW
1 stop8h 32mAeromexico
Deal found 6/10$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 10/256:00 amORD - CUN
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Wed 10/291:24 pmCUN - ORD
1 stop10h 54mDelta
Deal found 6/10$313
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2412:44 pmMDW - CUN
1 stop7h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/253:25 pmCUN - MDW
1 stop29h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$322
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/86:00 amMDW - CUN
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Sat 9/138:15 amCUN - MDW
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/10$323
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 9/1010:43 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/133:38 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$379

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Tulum 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Tulum that are best for you.

Fly from

Chicago

Fly to

Tulum

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

5:05 am-11:33 am

1 stop6h 28m

Cancun

Fri 9/19

10:39 am-2:42 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$238

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Thu 7/10

4:35 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Cancun

Tue 7/15

8:30 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$269

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/26

9:45 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Cancun

Thu 10/30

2:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$269

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

6:00 am-9:50 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Cancun

Tue 8/19

11:51 am-3:52 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$270

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/23

6:10 am-12:39 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Cancun

Sat 8/30

1:54 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$292

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/24

12:44 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Cancun

Sat 9/6

12:40 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$305

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/12

5:10 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Cancun

Sat 10/18

10:50 am-8:24 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$312

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

6:00 am-2:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Cancun

Wed 10/29

1:24 pm-12:18 am

1 stop10h 54m

$313

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/24

12:44 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Cancun

Wed 6/25

3:25 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop29h 28m

$322

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/8

6:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Cancun

Sat 9/13

8:15 am-3:30 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$323

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/11

Showing 1-10 of 30 results
1
2
3

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Tulum

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tulum from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Tulum. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Tulum, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tulum (average of $360). Flying from Chicago to Tulum in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 TU9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Tulum. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Tulum. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Tulum

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Tulum. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to TU9 are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Tulum by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tulum ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Tulum when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Tulum by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tulum, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tulum

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tulum. 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 Tulum. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Tulum. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Tulum. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $98. Viva flights start at $103 while deals on Southwest start at $123 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Tulum?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Tulum consider choosing Emirates (90%), United Airlines (86%) or Frontier (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tulum?

    On average you can expect to pay $782 for a flight from Chicago to Tulum. The cheapest flight overall is $91 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cancun) is currently priced at $228.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tulum (average of $360). Flying from Chicago to Tulum in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Tulum

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Tulum. 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$161Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$166Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$184Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$195Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$250Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$621Average$896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.