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.

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

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 48% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Delta, Spirit Airlines, and Arajet are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Lima J Chavez Intl

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 47% 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 offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Lima?

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $448.

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 39m.

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 April 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 $656 to $526. The lowest price recently found on this route was $493.

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12:12 pm - 11:44 pm

ORD

LIM

11h 32m

1 stop

10:18 pm - 5:11 pm

LIM

ORD

18h 53m

2 stops

$493Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Tue, Apr 21

9:48 am - 9:55 pm

ORD

LIM

12h 07m

1 stop

8:55 am - 11:59 pm

LIM

ORD

15h 04m

2 stops

$500LATAM Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 2

10:00 am - 1:00 am

ORD

LIM

15h 00m

2 stops

2:34 am - 8:22 am

LIM

ORD

29h 48m

3 stops

$501Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 9

12:12 pm - 11:44 pm

ORD

LIM

11h 32m

1 stop

10:18 pm - 11:54 pm

LIM

ORD

25h 36m

1 stop

$503Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Thu, Apr 23

12:12 pm - 11:44 pm

ORD

LIM

11h 32m

1 stop

2:30 am - 3:11 pm

LIM

ORD

36h 41m

2 stops

$506Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Sun, May 3

6:00 am - 9:55 pm

MDW

LIM

15h 55m

1 stop

8:55 am - 9:56 am

LIM

MDW

25h 01m

2 stops

$507LATAM Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 2

4:50 pm - 1:00 am

ORD

LIM

32h 10m

3 stops

1:47 am - 9:12 pm

LIM

ORD

19h 25m

3 stops

$508Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 25 - Fri, May 1

10:59 am - 8:05 am

MDW

LIM

21h 06m

2 stops

12:10 am - 10:17 pm

LIM

MDW

22h 07m

2 stops

$581LATAM Airlines

Tue, Jun 2 - Thu, Jun 18

6:23 am - 10:00 pm

MDW

LIM

15h 37m

2 stops

12:15 am - 6:33 pm

LIM

MDW

18h 18m

2 stops

$586Delta

Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 2

6:05 am - 9:40 pm

MDW

LIM

15h 35m

2 stops

12:15 am - 6:31 pm

LIM

MDW

18h 16m

2 stops

$654Delta

Mon, Jun 15 - Tue, Aug 25

Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Lima

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Chicago to Lima flight tickets

Spirit Airlines

Apr 21

ORD6:16 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m

2 stops

LIM9:11 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Apr 30

LIM10:18 pmLima J Chavez Intl

18h 53m

2 stops

ORD5:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$520

Spirit Airlines

Apr 8

ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 30m

1 stop

LIM9:35 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Apr 22

LIM10:18 pmLima J Chavez Intl

18h 53m

2 stops

ORD5:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$523

Spirit Airlines

Apr 8

ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 30m

1 stop

LIM9:35 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Apr 22

LIM10:18 pmLima J Chavez Intl

11h 18m

1 stop

ORD9:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$527

LATAM Airlines flights from Chicago to Lima

Our best LATAM Airlines deals on Chicago to Lima flight tickets

LATAM Airlines

May 1

ORD9:48 amChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 07m

1 stop

LIM9:55 pmLima J Chavez Intl

May 2

LIM8:55 amLima J Chavez Intl

15h 04m

2 stops

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$500

LATAM Airlines

May 1

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

15h 55m

1 stop

LIM9:55 pmLima J Chavez Intl

May 2

LIM8:55 amLima J Chavez Intl

25h 01m

2 stops

MDW9:56 amChicago Midway

$507

LATAM Airlines

Jun 2

MDW10:59 amChicago Midway

21h 06m

2 stops

LIM8:05 amLima J Chavez Intl

Jun 18

LIM12:10 amLima J Chavez Intl

22h 07m

2 stops

MDW10:17 pmChicago Midway

$581

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ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

12:12 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop11h 32m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 4/21

10:18 pm-5:11 pm

2 stops18h 53m

$493

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ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/1

9:48 am-9:55 pm

1 stop12h 07m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 5/2

8:55 am-11:59 pm

2 stops15h 04m

$500

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/3

10:00 am-1:00 am

2 stops15h 00m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 5/9

2:34 am-8:22 am

3 stops29h 48m

$501

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

12:12 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop11h 32m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 4/23

10:18 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop25h 36m

$503

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

12:12 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop11h 32m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 5/3

2:30 am-3:11 pm

2 stops36h 41m

$506

ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-9:55 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 5/2

8:55 am-9:56 am

2 stops25h 01m

$507

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

4:50 pm-1:00 am

3 stops32h 10m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Fri 5/1

1:47 am-9:12 pm

3 stops19h 25m

$508

ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/2

10:59 am-8:05 am

2 stops21h 06m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 6/18

12:10 am-10:17 pm

2 stops22h 07m

$581

ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/1

6:23 am-10:00 pm

2 stops15h 37m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 6/2

12:15 am-6:33 pm

2 stops18h 18m

$586

ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/15

6:05 am-9:40 pm

2 stops15h 35m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 8/25

12:15 am-6:31 pm

2 stops18h 16m

$654

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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 March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $562, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Lima from Chicago during October instead. Flights to Lima in October, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $564.

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 $612 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 $577 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Lima flights?

You could potentially save up to 26% 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 April 2026, prices for Chicago to Lima flights are approximately 34% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	10h 15m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to Lima takes 10h 15m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Lima

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 10h 15m 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 April 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 Copa Airlines, representing 28% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are LATAM Airlines at 20%, Avianca at 18%, and American Airlines at 17%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Avianca	PriceFrom $284	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,499 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,574 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $348	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,600 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $427	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,908 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $435	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,386 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $477	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,547 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $479	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,897 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $516	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,549 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $726	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,549 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights

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