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$109+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Tulum, Mexico

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CHI — CUN
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Tulum are usually found in September or October, booked 3 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Round-trip from

$240
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$111
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$402
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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 April 29, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/29:04 pmORD - CUN
1 stop14h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1010:52 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop3h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$240
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sun 5/1110:45 amMDW - CUN
Nonstop3h 40mSouthwest
Thu 5/159:00 amCUN - MDW
Nonstop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$246
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.
Mon 5/126:10 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2011:05 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop3h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$252
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/245:15 amORD - CUN
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/311:20 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$304
This SmartFares 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/512:44 pmMDW - CUN
1 stop7h 36mAeromexico
Thu 7/1011:00 amCUN - MDW
1 stop7h 02mAeromexico
Deal found 4/29$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 6/246:00 amORD - CUN
2 stops11h 30mDelta
Fri 6/273:39 pmCUN - ORD
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/28$311
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 6/71:30 pmORD - CUN
1 stop6h 50mAeromexico
Mon 6/91:01 amCUN - ORD
2 stops15h 58mAeromexico
Deal found 4/28$313
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.
Tue 5/66:04 amMDW - CUN
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Sat 5/1012:35 pmCUN - MDW
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/29$321
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/610:42 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/812:20 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$336
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/67:15 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris
Wed 5/711:05 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop3h 57mVolaris
Deal found 4/28$342
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/89:12 pmMDW - CUN
1 stop11h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/1312:35 pmCUN - MDW
1 stop11h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$368
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/310:42 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 46mLufthansa
Tue 5/63:38 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mLufthansa
Deal found 4/28$388

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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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Tulum that are best for you.

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ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/18

5:05 am-11:13 am

1 stop6h 08m

Cancun

Fri 5/23

10:52 am-2:49 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

$244

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/11

10:45 am-2:25 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Cancun

Thu 5/15

9:00 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$246

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

7:25 am-11:32 am

Nonstop4h 07m

Cancun

Wed 5/14

12:18 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$248

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

10:42 am-2:28 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Cancun

Thu 5/15

3:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop8h 45m

$296

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/5

12:44 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Cancun

Thu 7/10

11:00 am-6:02 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$306

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/3

7:33 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 57m

Cancun

Wed 6/11

11:05 am-3:04 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$310

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/24

6:00 am-5:30 pm

2 stops11h 30m

Cancun

Fri 6/27

3:39 pm-12:16 am

1 stop8h 37m

$311

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/7

11:05 am-11:30 pm

2 stops12h 25m

Cancun

Thu 6/12

11:00 am-9:24 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$313

ChicagoCancún

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

10:05 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Cancun

Wed 8/27

3:20 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$315

ChicagoCancún

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/6

6:04 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Cancun

Sat 5/10

12:35 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$321

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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.
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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 April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Tulum, you should look to book at least 3 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 April 29, 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 March 30, 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 April 29, 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 (5 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 April 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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 Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $111. United Airlines flights start at $111 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $112 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 United Airlines (81%), Emirates (80%) or Spirit Airlines (76%) 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 $688 for a flight from Chicago to Tulum. The cheapest flight overall is $99 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cancun) is currently priced at $203.

  • 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.

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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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$161Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$162Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
VolarisCheapest$179Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
VivaCheapest$250Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$265Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$279Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
AeromexicoCheapest$300Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$308Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$340Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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