Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Lima?

Flights via San Salvador (SAL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $464.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl?

Spirit Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Lima?

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Lima?

Flights connecting via San Salvador (SAL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 00m.

What airlines fly to Lima?

Copa Airlines, Avianca and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Lima from Chicago according to our data. Copa Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Lima. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Lima on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Lima?

Panama City (PTY) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 41m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport is 9 as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?

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 Lima J Chavez Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Lima J Chavez Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Lima?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $506 to $686. The lowest price recently found on this route was $404.

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7:00 am - 10:35 pm

ORD

LIM

14h 35m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 7:50 pm

LIM

ORD

21h 20m

1 stop

$404Multiple Airlines

Sat, Feb 14 - Fri, Feb 27

7:00 am - 10:35 pm

ORD

LIM

14h 35m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 11:22 am

LIM

ORD

12h 52m

1 stop

$408Spirit Airlines

Sat, Feb 14 - Mon, Feb 23

7:00 am - 10:35 pm

ORD

LIM

14h 35m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 11:24 pm

LIM

ORD

24h 54m

1 stop

$409Multiple Airlines

Sat, Feb 14 - Thu, Feb 26

5:15 am - 10:35 pm

ORD

LIM

16h 20m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 7:11 pm

LIM

ORD

20h 41m

1 stop

$411Spirit Airlines

Fri, Feb 20 - Tue, Feb 24

7:00 am - 10:35 pm

ORD

LIM

14h 35m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 11:22 am

LIM

ORD

12h 52m

1 stop

$413Spirit Airlines

Fri, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 28

7:00 am - 10:35 pm

ORD

LIM

14h 35m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 11:22 am

LIM

ORD

12h 52m

1 stop

$414Spirit Airlines

Sun, Feb 15 - Tue, Feb 24

9:55 am - 9:20 pm

ORD

LIM

10h 25m

1 stop

8:50 am - 7:21 pm

LIM

ORD

35h 31m

2 stops

$415LATAM Airlines

Thu, Jan 29 - Fri, Jan 30

10:46 am - 9:20 pm

MDW

LIM

9h 34m

1 stop

8:25 am - 10:33 pm

LIM

MDW

15h 08m

2 stops

$500LATAM Airlines

Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 17

1:26 pm - 5:00 am

MDW

LIM

14h 34m

2 stops

8:25 am - 10:33 pm

LIM

MDW

15h 08m

2 stops

$509Delta

Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 17

6:00 am - 9:20 pm

MDW

LIM

14h 20m

1 stop

12:05 am - 5:45 pm

LIM

MDW

18h 40m

2 stops

$550Delta

Mon, Feb 16 - Sun, Feb 22

Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Lima

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Spirit Airlines

Feb 14

ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 35m

1 stop

LIM10:35 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 23

LIM11:30 pmLima J Chavez Intl

12h 52m

1 stop

ORD11:22 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$408

Spirit Airlines

Feb 20

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 20m

1 stop

LIM10:35 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 24

LIM11:30 pmLima J Chavez Intl

20h 41m

1 stop

ORD7:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$411

Spirit Airlines

Feb 20

ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 35m

1 stop

LIM10:35 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 28

LIM11:30 pmLima J Chavez Intl

12h 52m

1 stop

ORD11:22 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$413

LATAM Airlines flights from Chicago to Lima

Our best LATAM Airlines deals on Chicago to Lima flight tickets

LATAM Airlines

Jan 29

ORD9:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 25m

1 stop

LIM9:20 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Jan 30

LIM8:50 amLima J Chavez Intl

35h 31m

2 stops

ORD7:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$415

LATAM Airlines

Jan 27

ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 35m

2 stops

LIM11:00 amLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 19

LIM8:25 amLima J Chavez Intl

16h 31m

2 stops

ORD11:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$500

LATAM Airlines

Feb 16

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

14h 20m

1 stop

LIM9:20 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 24

LIM11:40 pmLima J Chavez Intl

11h 14m

1 stop

MDW9:54 amChicago Midway

$504

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ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

7:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Fri 2/27

11:30 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$404

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

7:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 2/23

11:30 pm-11:22 am

1 stop12h 52m

$408

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

7:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 2/26

11:30 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop24h 54m

$409

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

5:15 am-10:35 pm

1 stop16h 20m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 2/24

11:30 pm-7:11 pm

1 stop20h 41m

$411

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

7:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 2/28

11:30 pm-11:22 am

1 stop12h 52m

$413

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/15

7:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 2/24

11:30 pm-11:22 am

1 stop12h 52m

$414

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/29

9:55 am-9:20 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Fri 1/30

8:50 am-7:21 pm

2 stops35h 31m

$415

ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/2

10:46 am-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 2/17

8:25 am-10:33 pm

2 stops15h 08m

$500

ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/2

1:26 pm-5:00 am

2 stops14h 34m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 2/17

8:25 am-10:33 pm

2 stops15h 08m

$509

ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/16

6:00 am-9:20 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 2/22

12:05 am-5:45 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$550

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Lima?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Lima?

The cheapest month to fly to Lima from Chicago is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $561, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Lima from Chicago during April instead. Flights to Lima in April, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $563.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Lima?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Lima from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Lima for around $600 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Lima from Chicago for as low as $477 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Lima flights?

You could potentially save up to 36% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Lima flight.

How have Chicago to Lima flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Chicago to Lima flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	9h 31m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to Lima takes 9h 31m

There are no direct flights from Chicago to Lima. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Lima.

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How far is Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl by plane?
Chicago and Lima J Chavez Intl are 3784.6 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 9h 31m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport is 9 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?
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 Lima J Chavez Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Lima J Chavez Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Lima?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Chicago to Lima is Avianca, representing 24% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Copa Airlines at 23%, LATAM Airlines at 18%, and American Airlines at 18%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Avianca	PriceFrom $293	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,496 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $299	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,560 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $329	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,077 reviews	Search Delta flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $377	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,350 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $435	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,910 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $477	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,179 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $479	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,637 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $509	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,162 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $726	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,596 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights

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