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Cheap flights from Chicago to Central America from $71

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Spirit Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 2:56 pm
ORD
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SAL
9h 41m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
4:02 pm - 11:47 pm
SAL
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ORD
7h 45m
1 stop
$210Spirit Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:16 pm - 1:48 pm
ORD
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SAL
18h 32m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:53 pm - 11:17 pm
SAL
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ORD
7h 24m
1 stop
$215Spirit Airlines
Wed, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 17
Copa Airlines Logo
3:21 pm - 8:49 am
ORD
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GUA
18h 28m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
2:31 am - 1:58 pm
GUA
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ORD
10h 27m
1 stop
$257Copa Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 20
Copa Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 8:55 am
ORD
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GUA
18h 33m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
6:24 am - 1:04 am
GUA
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ORD
17h 40m
2 stops
$260Copa Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11
United Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 8:39 pm
ORD
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SJO
13h 04m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 7:35 pm
SJO
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ORD
5h 30mnonstop
$327United Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10
American Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 8:12 pm
ORD
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SJO
5h 02mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:24 pm
SJO
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ORD
5h 24mnonstop
$334American Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Wed, Mar 11
Avianca Logo
10:20 pm - 8:50 am
ORD
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PTY
9h 30m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
2:55 am - 8:20 pm
PTY
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ORD
18h 25m
1 stop
$357Avianca
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 1
American Airlines Logo
6:01 am - 1:50 pm
ORD
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BZE
7h 49m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:39 pm - 7:25 am
BZE
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ORD
14h 46m
2 stops
$392American Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11
Avianca Logo
11:20 pm - 2:00 pm
ORD
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PTY
14h 40m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
10:10 am - 9:20 pm
PTY
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ORD
11h 10m
1 stop
$426Avianca
Wed, Mar 25 - Thu, Apr 2
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 1:10 pm
ORD
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LIR
7h 25m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 12:26 am
LIR
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ORD
10h 06m
1 stop
$490United Airlines
Sun, Feb 15 - Wed, Feb 18

United Airlines flights from Chicago to Central America

Our best United Airlines deals on Chicago to Central America flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 15
ORD9:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
24h 04m
1 stop
SAL9:19 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
Mar 9
SAL3:40 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
15h 06m
1 stop
ORD7:46 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$300
United Airlines
Mar 4
ORD10:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 58m
1 stop
SJO7:53 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 10
SJO1:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
5h 30m
ORD7:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$327
United Airlines
Mar 2
ORD7:39 amChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 17m
SJO12:56 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 9
SJO1:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
5h 30m
ORD7:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$334

Southwest flights from Chicago to Central America

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago to Central America flight tickets
Southwest
Mar 3
MDW5:00 amChicago Midway
7h 50m
1 stop
SJO12:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 10
SJO1:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 00m
1 stop
MDW11:55 pmChicago Midway
$355
Southwest
Apr 13
MDW5:35 amChicago Midway
7h 35m
1 stop
SJO12:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 22
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 30m
1 stop
MDW5:30 pmChicago Midway
$379
Southwest
Feb 3
MDW8:55 amChicago Midway
10h 35m
1 stop
SJO7:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 5
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 00m
1 stop
MDW10:40 pmChicago Midway
$431

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ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

5:15 am-2:56 pm

1 stop9h 41m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/3

4:02 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$210

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

8:16 pm-1:48 pm

1 stop18h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/17

2:53 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$215

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

3:21 pm-8:49 am

1 stop18h 28m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 4/20

2:31 am-1:58 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$257

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

2:22 pm-8:55 am

1 stop18h 33m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 3/11

6:24 am-1:04 am

2 stops17h 40m

$260

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

7:35 am-8:39 pm

1 stop13h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

1:05 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$327

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

3:10 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-12:24 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

$334

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

10:20 pm-8:50 am

1 stop9h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 3/1

2:55 am-8:20 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$357

ChicagoBelize City

ORD - BZE

ORDBZE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

6:01 am-1:50 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Wed 3/11

3:39 pm-7:25 am

2 stops14h 46m

$392

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

11:20 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 4/2

10:10 am-9:20 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$426

ChicagoLiberia

ORD - LIR

ORDLIR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/15

5:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Liberia

Wed 2/18

2:20 pm-12:26 am

1 stop10h 06m

$490

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Central America?

In general, September 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 $314. If you don’t want to visit Central America in September, then you should wait until October to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $393.

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 Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Central America on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $517. On the other hand, Saturday 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 $709.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to Central America flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Central America in the afternoon for as low as $502. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $664. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Central America flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Guatemala City La Aurora for the best Chicago - Central America flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $520 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 $474 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.

Cheap Chicago to Central America flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Chicago to Central America

Best Price Found

$88

Fastest flight time

4h 15m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, 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 $88. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Central America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $315.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Central America takes 4h 15m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Central America on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is United Airlines.
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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  • 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.

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Best airlines flying from Chicago to Central America

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Rating
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DeltaPriceFrom $108Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,138 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $110Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,559 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $126Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,051 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $130Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,401 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $163Free CancellationRating
6.5
2,497 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $164Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,234 reviews
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VolarisPriceFrom $180Free CancellationRating
6.6
1,175 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,215 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $386Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,680 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $394Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,272 reviews
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