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$96+ 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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CUN
Mar 26 — Apr 21
Thu 3/26
Thu 4/2
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 24, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 2/256:05 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop3h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/411:59 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$240
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/86:05 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop3h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/1211:06 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/23$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/211:58 pm
ORD
-
CUN
1 stop8h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/1110:59 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 3/16:05 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop3h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/1010:59 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$243
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 3/1011:59 pm
ORD
-
CUN
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1711:06 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$244
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 3/36:23 am
ORD
-
CUN
1 stop14h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1010:59 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$245
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 3/106:05 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop3h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/1711:06 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$246
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/79:00 am
MDW
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 02m
Frontier
Sat 3/143:07 pm
CUN
-
MDW
Nonstop4h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 2/23$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/26:23 am
ORD
-
CUN
1 stop14h 03m
Volaris
Thu 3/510:39 am
CUN
-
ORD
1 stop12h 50m
Volaris
Deal found 2/20$247
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Mon 3/25:15 am
ORD
-
CUN
1 stop6h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 3/711:59 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/23$248
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/116:05 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop3h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/1811:06 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$249
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 3/86:05 am
ORD
-
CUN
Nonstop3h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 3/1311:06 am
CUN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$250

Find flight deals from Chicago to Tulum

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Tulum flight deals. Data was last updated February 24, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$240
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$96
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$431
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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 February 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Tulum that are best for you.

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Price

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/26

7:35 am-9:03 pm

1 stop13h 28m

Cancun

Fri 5/1

3:20 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$258

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

8:16 pm-11:20 am

1 stop15h 04m

Cancun

Fri 3/13

11:06 am-3:06 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$267

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/14

7:09 am-5:30 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Cancun

Mon 5/18

11:25 am-12:06 am

1 stop12h 41m

$271

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

7:35 am-9:03 pm

1 stop13h 28m

Cancun

Wed 4/29

3:20 pm-5:52 am

1 stop14h 32m

$313

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/13

10:55 am-8:16 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Cancun

Wed 5/20

10:10 am-4:12 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$338

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/10

10:46 am-8:03 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Cancun

Sat 5/16

8:15 am-3:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$343

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/20

6:23 am-8:16 pm

1 stop13h 53m

Cancun

Sun 5/24

8:00 am-9:09 pm

1 stop13h 09m

$343

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

8:16 pm-11:20 am

1 stop14h 04m

Cancun

Mon 3/9

11:55 am-11:22 am

3 stops23h 27m

$347

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

7:45 pm-8:53 am

1 stop13h 08m

Cancun

Wed 4/22

8:00 am-6:52 pm

2 stops10h 52m

$347

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/6

6:25 am-7:35 pm

2 stops13h 10m

Cancun

Mon 5/11

8:00 am-6:05 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$347

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Tulum

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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 February 20, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Tulum, you should look to book at least 66 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tulum (average of $157). Flying from Chicago to Tulum in August is currently the most expensive (average of $217). 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 February 24, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Chicago to Tulum by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 February 24, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to TU9 are scheduled on a Tuesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

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

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 February 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Tulum, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,300 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,300 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,300 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,344 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,300 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,344 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,300 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,493 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,300 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,043 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,300 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Tulum?

    For as low as $338, Volaris can have you in Tulum from Chicago in 9h 21m. There are 1434 mi between Chicago and Tulum. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $64. Frontier flights start at $88 while deals on Volaris start at $95 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 Spirit Airlines (70%), United Airlines (70%) or Frontier (69%) 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 $600 for a flight from Chicago to Tulum. The cheapest flight overall is $64 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cancun) is currently priced at $225.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tulum (average of $157). Flying from Chicago to Tulum in August is currently the most expensive (average of $217). 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 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 February 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$112Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$136Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AeromexicoCheapest$140Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$166Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$188Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
VivaCheapest$220Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$250Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air CanadaCheapest$279Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$280Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$291Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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