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Avianca Logo
2:35 pm - 7:10 pm
ORD
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GUA
4h 35mnonstop
Avianca Logo
8:30 am - 1:15 pm
GUA
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ORD
4h 45mnonstop
$205Avianca
Sun, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 28
Avianca Logo
4:10 pm - 9:00 am
ORD
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GUA
16h 50m1 stop
Avianca Logo
8:30 am - 1:15 pm
GUA
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ORD
4h 45mnonstop
$206Avianca
Thu, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 9:05 pm
ORD
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SAL
4h 55mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:23 am - 10:38 pm
SAL
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ORD
11h 15m1 stop
$206Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28
United Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 12:45 pm
ORD
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GUA
4h 35mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 12:45 am
GUA
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ORD
8h 00m1 stop
$207United Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Mon, May 18
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 2:52 pm
ORD
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SAL
7h 32m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
4:02 pm - 11:46 pm
SAL
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ORD
7h 44m1 stop
$219Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:19 pm
ORD
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SAL
15h 34m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:55 am - 12:26 am
SAL
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ORD
17h 31m1 stop
$220United Airlines
Sun, Feb 22 - Thu, Mar 5
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:18 pm - 1:16 pm
ORD
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GUA
22h 58m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:11 pm - 2:17 pm
GUA
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ORD
24h 06m1 stop
$220Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 3
American Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 12:31 pm
ORD
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SAL
15h 21m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:49 pm - 7:22 am
SAL
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ORD
15h 33m2 stops
$224American Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
American Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 10:30 pm
ORD
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SJO
5h 00mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:09 am - 12:38 pm
SJO
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ORD
5h 29mnonstop
$343American Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 27
Copa Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 7:06 am
ORD
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SJO
16h 53m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
6:08 pm - 12:31 pm
SJO
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ORD
18h 23m1 stop
$346Copa Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Feb 16

Copa Airlines flights from Chicago to Central America

Our best Copa Airlines deals on Chicago to Central America flight tickets
Copa Airlines
Jan 9
ORD2:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 53m
1 stop
SJO7:06 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 16
SJO6:08 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 23m
1 stop
ORD12:31 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$346
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Copa Airlines
Feb 16
ORD2:22 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 59m
1 stop
SJO8:21 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 21
SJO5:51 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 40m
1 stop
ORD12:31 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$361
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Copa Airlines
Dec 18
ORD7:33 amChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 38m
1 stop
GUA11:11 pmGuatemala City La Aurora
Dec 22
GUA1:12 pmGuatemala City La Aurora
10h 53m
1 stop
ORD12:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$483
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Southwest flights from Chicago to Central America

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago to Central America flight tickets
Southwest
Feb 22
MDW6:05 amChicago Midway
6h 45m
1 stop
SJO12:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 26
SJO1:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 25m
1 stop
MDW10:15 pmChicago Midway
$379
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Southwest
Jan 10
MDW1:00 pmChicago Midway
6h 30m
1 stop
SJO7:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 11
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 15m
1 stop
MDW10:55 pmChicago Midway
$469
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Southwest
Dec 30
MDW5:20 amChicago Midway
7h 55m
1 stop
SJO1:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 14
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 15m
1 stop
MDW10:55 pmChicago Midway
$590
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ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

2:35 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 1/28

8:30 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$205

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

4:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop16h 50m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 1/23

8:30 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$206

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

4:10 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/28

11:23 am-10:38 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$206

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

9:10 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 5/18

3:45 pm-12:45 am

1 stop8h 00m

$207

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

7:20 am-2:52 pm

1 stop7h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/20

4:02 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$219

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/22

5:45 am-9:19 pm

1 stop15h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 3/5

6:55 am-12:26 am

1 stop17h 31m

$220

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

2:18 pm-1:16 pm

1 stop22h 58m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 2/3

2:11 pm-2:17 pm

1 stop24h 06m

$220

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

9:10 pm-12:31 pm

2 stops15h 21m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/6

3:49 pm-7:22 am

2 stops15h 33m

$224

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

5:30 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/27

7:09 am-12:38 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

$343

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/9

2:13 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/16

6:08 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop18h 23m

$346

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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 $315. 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 $379.

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 $542. 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 $733.

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 evening. Our users have found flights to Central America in the evening for as low as $436. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $674. 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 San Salvador El Salvador Intl 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 $534 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 $429 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

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Best Price Found

$159

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 $159. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Central America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $214.
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 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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  • 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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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $110Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,556 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $112Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,190 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $149Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,081 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $180Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,005 reviews
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VolarisPriceFrom $195Free CancellationRating
6.6
1,156 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $195Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,490 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,055 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $241Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,092 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $394Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,250 reviews
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