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 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: 35% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 40m.

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 40% 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.

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 February 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 $523 to $727. The lowest price recently found on this route was $380.

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7:00 am - 9:35 pm

ORD

LIM

14h 35m

1 stop

10:35 pm - 2:16 pm

LIM

ORD

15h 41m

2 stops

$380Spirit Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Thu, Mar 19

7:05 am - 9:35 pm

ORD

LIM

14h 30m

1 stop

2:30 am - 6:15 pm

LIM

ORD

15h 45m

2 stops

$381Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Tue, Apr 28

8:16 pm - 9:35 pm

ORD

LIM

25h 19m

1 stop

1:00 am - 8:38 am

LIM

ORD

31h 38m

2 stops

$382Multiple Airlines

Sun, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 14

8:16 pm - 10:35 pm

ORD

LIM

25h 19m

1 stop

10:30 pm - 11:22 am

LIM

ORD

12h 52m

1 stop

$383Spirit Airlines

Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 8

5:15 am - 9:35 pm

ORD

LIM

16h 20m

1 stop

10:30 pm - 9:17 pm

LIM

ORD

22h 47m

1 stop

$385Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Tue, Apr 28

5:15 am - 9:35 pm

ORD

LIM

16h 20m

1 stop

10:35 pm - 4:56 pm

LIM

ORD

18h 21m

2 stops

$387Spirit Airlines

Sun, Mar 8 - Thu, Mar 12

8:16 pm - 10:35 pm

ORD

LIM

25h 19m

1 stop

10:30 pm - 5:15 pm

LIM

ORD

18h 45m

1 stop

$388Spirit Airlines

Sat, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 11

10:49 am - 9:20 pm

MDW

LIM

9h 31m

1 stop

8:50 am - 9:54 am

LIM

MDW

26h 04m

2 stops

$504LATAM Airlines

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25

10:49 am - 9:20 pm

MDW

LIM

9h 31m

1 stop

11:40 pm - 12:02 pm

LIM

MDW

12h 22m

1 stop

$538LATAM Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 10

6:00 am - 9:55 pm

MDW

LIM

15h 55m

1 stop

12:00 pm - 9:56 am

LIM

MDW

21h 56m

1 stop

$546LATAM Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Wed, Apr 29

Delta flights from Chicago to Lima

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Delta

Feb 10

ORD5:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 50m

1 stop

LIM9:20 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 17

LIM11:40 pmLima J Chavez Intl

14h 40m

2 stops

ORD1:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$509

Delta

Feb 10

ORD5:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 01m

1 stop

LIM5:00 amLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 17

LIM8:25 amLima J Chavez Intl

16h 31m

2 stops

ORD11:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$565

Delta

Feb 10

ORD10:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 25m

2 stops

LIM5:00 amLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 17

LIM11:40 pmLima J Chavez Intl

14h 40m

2 stops

ORD1:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$583

LATAM Airlines flights from Chicago to Lima

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LATAM Airlines

Feb 8

ORD5:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 21m

1 stop

LIM9:20 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 10

LIM11:50 amLima J Chavez Intl

21h 52m

2 stops

ORD8:42 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$438

LATAM Airlines

Feb 18

MDW10:49 amChicago Midway

9h 31m

1 stop

LIM9:20 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Feb 25

LIM11:40 pmLima J Chavez Intl

19h 05m

1 stop

MDW5:45 pmChicago Midway

$504

LATAM Airlines

Mar 2

MDW10:49 amChicago Midway

9h 31m

1 stop

LIM9:20 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Mar 10

LIM11:40 pmLima J Chavez Intl

12h 22m

1 stop

MDW12:02 pmChicago Midway

$538

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ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

7:00 am-9:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 3/19

10:35 pm-2:16 pm

2 stops15h 41m

$380

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

7:05 am-9:35 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 4/28

2:30 am-6:15 pm

2 stops15h 45m

$381

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

8:16 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop25h 19m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 3/14

1:00 am-8:38 am

2 stops31h 38m

$382

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

8:16 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop25h 19m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 3/8

10:30 pm-11:22 am

1 stop12h 52m

$383

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

5:15 am-9:35 pm

1 stop16h 20m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 4/28

10:30 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop22h 47m

$385

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

5:15 am-9:35 pm

1 stop16h 20m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 3/12

10:35 pm-4:56 pm

2 stops18h 21m

$387

ChicagoLima

ORD - LIM

ORDLIM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

8:16 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop25h 19m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 3/11

10:30 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$388

ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/18

10:49 am-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 2/25

8:50 am-9:54 am

2 stops26h 04m

$504

ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/2

10:49 am-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 3/10

11:40 pm-12:02 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$538

ChicagoLima

MDW - LIM

MDWLIM

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/24

6:00 am-9:55 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 4/29

12:00 pm-9:56 am

1 stop21h 56m

$546

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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 $601 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 49% 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 February 2026, prices for Chicago to Lima flights are approximately 3% more expensive 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 February 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 24% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Avianca at 22%, LATAM Airlines at 19%, and American Airlines at 17%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Avianca	PriceFrom $260	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,498 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $300	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,556 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $377	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,423 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $384	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,166 reviews	Search Delta flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $435	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,917 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $477	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,246 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $479	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,697 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,245 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $726	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,578 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights

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