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Cheap flights from Chicago to Central America from $125

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JetBlue Logo
7:00 am - 1:01 pm
ORD
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LIR
7h 01m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
1:05 pm - 11:31 pm
LIR
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ORD
9h 26m
1 stop
$379JetBlue
Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 12
JetBlue Logo
6:00 am - 11:57 am
ORD
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LIR
6h 57m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
1:05 pm - 11:31 pm
LIR
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ORD
9h 26m
1 stop
$380JetBlue
Fri, Sep 25 - Sat, Oct 3
JetBlue Logo
3:00 pm - 11:57 am
ORD
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LIR
21h 57m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
1:05 pm - 11:31 pm
LIR
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ORD
9h 26m
1 stop
$384JetBlue
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 21
Copa Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 11:35 pm
ORD
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SAL
9h 22m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 12:11 am
SAL
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ORD
16h 41m
1 stop
$435Copa Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 7
Avianca Logo
11:20 pm - 3:40 pm
ORD
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SAL
17h 20m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
8:05 am - 9:20 pm
SAL
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ORD
12h 15m
1 stop
$442Avianca
Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 20
Avianca Logo
11:20 pm - 11:05 am
ORD
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SAL
12h 45m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
11:20 pm - 2:05 pm
SAL
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ORD
13h 45m
1 stop
$445Avianca
Wed, Jul 8 - Sun, Jul 12
United Airlines Logo
12:47 pm - 8:49 pm
ORD
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SAL
9h 02m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:30 pm
SAL
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ORD
11h 30m
1 stop
$457United Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Fri, Aug 28
Copa Airlines Logo
3:21 pm - 8:21 am
ORD
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SJO
18h 00m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:03 am - 1:02 am
SJO
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ORD
13h 59m
1 stop
$490Copa Airlines
Wed, Jul 22 - Mon, Aug 3
American Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 11:59 am
ORD
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SJO
17h 59m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 11:30 pm
SJO
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ORD
9h 30m
1 stop
$502American Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
American Airlines Logo
8:19 am - 7:53 pm
ORD
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SJO
12h 34m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:03 pm - 12:18 am
SJO
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ORD
10h 15m
1 stop
$507American Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 1

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Copa Airlines flights from Chicago to Central America

Our best Copa Airlines deals on Chicago to Central America flight tickets
Copa Airlines
Nov 2
ORD2:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 22m
1 stop
SAL11:35 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
Nov 7
SAL7:30 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
16h 41m
1 stop
ORD12:11 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$435
Copa Airlines
Nov 26
ORD2:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 22m
1 stop
SAL11:35 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
Dec 2
SAL1:42 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
10h 29m
1 stop
ORD12:11 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$466
Copa Airlines
Jul 22
ORD3:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 00m
1 stop
SJO8:21 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 3
SJO10:03 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 59m
1 stop
ORD1:02 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$490

Viva flights from Chicago to Central America

Our best Viva deals on Chicago to Central America flight tickets
Viva
Jul 31
ORD1:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
24h 45m
1 stop
SJO1:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 7
SJO2:20 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 20m
1 stop
ORD12:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$498
Viva
Sep 27
ORD4:22 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 53m
1 stop
SJO12:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 16
SJO2:20 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 30m
1 stop
ORD2:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$556

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ChicagoLiberia

ORD - LIR

ORDLIR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/2

7:00 am-1:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Liberia

Sat 9/12

1:05 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$379
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ChicagoLiberia

ORD - LIR

ORDLIR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/25

6:00 am-11:57 am

1 stop6h 57m

Liberia

Sat 10/3

1:05 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$380

ChicagoLiberia

ORD - LIR

ORDLIR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/16

3:00 pm-11:57 am

1 stop21h 57m

Liberia

Mon 9/21

1:05 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$384

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/2

2:13 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop9h 22m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 11/7

7:30 am-12:11 am

1 stop16h 41m

$435

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/16

11:20 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop17h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 9/20

8:05 am-9:20 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$442

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/8

11:20 pm-11:05 am

1 stop12h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 7/12

11:20 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$445

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/18

12:47 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop9h 02m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 8/28

6:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$457

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/22

3:21 pm-8:21 am

1 stop18h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/3

10:03 am-1:02 am

1 stop13h 59m

$490

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/12

7:00 pm-11:59 am

1 stop17h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/19

1:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$502

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/27

8:19 am-7:53 pm

2 stops12h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/1

1:03 pm-12:18 am

1 stop10h 15m

$507

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Central America

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Central America?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Central America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $457. If you don’t want to visit Central America in April, then you should wait until November to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $473.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Central America?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Central America is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Central America on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $425. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $574.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Central America flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl for the best Chicago - Central America flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Central America?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Central America from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Central America for around $441 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Central America from Chicago for as low as $396 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Central America flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Central America flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Central America flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago to Central America.

Cheap Chicago to Central America flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$242

Fastest flight time

4h 20m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun

Airports in Central America

103 airports
The best one-way flight to Central America from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $242. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Central America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $498.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Central America takes 4h 20m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Central America on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Avianca.
There are 103 airports in Central America. From Chicago there are direct flights to Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA), Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson (BZE).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Central America

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Central America?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Central America refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Central America?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Central America?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Central America.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Central America?

    The required travel and health documents for your Central America trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Central America. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Central America?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Central America

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Rating
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Price
DeltaPriceFrom $108Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,451 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $123Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,569 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $126Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,862 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $148Free CancellationRating
6.5
2,537 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $241Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,896 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $254Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,777 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $309Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,268 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $384Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,243 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $386Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,246 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $390Free CancellationRating
7.1
3,014 reviews
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