How long does it take to fly to Cancún?

Flight times from Illinois to Cancún vary, but if you’re flying out of Chicago and flying into Cancún (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 3h 30m on average. Another popular route from Illinois to Cancún is flying from Moline to Cancún, which will take roughly 5h 32m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Cancún?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from Illinois according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Cancún on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Illinois to Cancún on average per day?

As of August 2025, 8 flights take off from Illinois and land in Cancún each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 94% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Illinois to Cancún on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 56 flights per week flying from Illinois to Cancún. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Cancun?

American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Cancun

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Cancun Airport?

Prices for flights from Illinois to Cancun Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of August 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Cancun Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Cancun Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Cancun Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cancun 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 Cancun Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:10 am - 9:39 amORD-CUN

3h 29mnonstop

10:34 am - 2:49 pmCUN-ORD

4h 15mnonstop

$197Spirit Airlines

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6:45 am - 10:36 amORD-CUN

3h 51mnonstop

11:34 am - 3:43 pmCUN-ORD

4h 09mnonstop

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6:45 am - 10:36 amORD-CUN

3h 51mnonstop

10:34 am - 2:49 pmCUN-ORD

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6:10 am - 9:47 amORD-CUN

3h 37mnonstop

11:34 am - 3:43 pmCUN-ORD

4h 09mnonstop

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8:40 am - 1:25 pmMDW-CUN

3h 45mnonstop

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3h 45mnonstop

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9:55 am - 1:30 pmMDW-CUN

3h 35mnonstop

2:25 pm - 6:05 pmCUN-MDW

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10:31 am - 8:20 pmMDW-CUN

9h 49m1 stop

8:00 am - 3:26 pmCUN-MDW

7h 26m1 stop

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6:00 am - 2:14 pmMDW-CUN

8h 14m1 stop

12:25 pm - 10:14 pmCUN-MDW

9h 49m1 stop

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Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 29

7:04 am - 3:15 pmMLI-CUN

8h 11m1 stop

7:50 am - 9:32 pmCUN-MLI

13h 42m1 stop

$308American Airlines

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5:54 pm - 11:43 amEVV-CUN

16h 49m1 stop

5:12 pm - 10:51 pmCUN-EVV

6h 39m1 stop

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Frontier flights from Illinois to Cancún

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Aug 31

ORD6:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

3h 51m

CUN10:36 amCancun

Sep 6

CUN11:34 amCancun

4h 09m

ORD3:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Frontier

Nov 9

ORD6:41 amChicago O'Hare Intl

3h 45m

CUN11:26 amCancun

Nov 13

CUN12:31 pmCancun

3h 55m

ORD3:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Frontier

Sep 13

ORD6:41 amChicago O'Hare Intl

3h 52m

CUN10:33 amCancun

Sep 20

CUN11:34 amCancun

4h 09m

ORD3:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Aug 18

ORD6:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

3h 29m

CUN9:39 amCancun

Aug 23

CUN10:34 amCancun

4h 15m

ORD2:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Sep 6

ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

7h 54m

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CUN12:59 pmCancun

Sep 13

CUN10:44 amCancun

4h 05m

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Sep 6

ORD6:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

3h 37m

CUN9:47 amCancun

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6:10 am-9:39 am

Nonstop3h 29m

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Sat 8/23

10:34 am-2:49 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

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ORD - CUN

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Sun 8/31

6:45 am-10:36 am

Nonstop3h 51m

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11:34 am-3:43 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

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ORD - CUN

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6:45 am-10:36 am

Nonstop3h 51m

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Sat 8/23

10:34 am-2:49 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$201

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ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

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Sat 9/13

6:10 am-9:47 am

Nonstop3h 37m

Cancun

Sat 9/20

11:34 am-3:43 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

$206

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MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

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Mon 11/3

8:40 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Cancun

Fri 11/14

2:15 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$271

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Mon 8/18

9:55 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Cancun

Sat 8/23

2:25 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$276

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MDW - CUN

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Sat 9/6

10:31 am-8:20 pm

1 stop9h 49m

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8:00 am-3:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

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MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

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6:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop8h 14m

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12:25 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop9h 49m

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MLI - CUN

MLICUN

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7:04 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 11m

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7:50 am-9:32 pm

1 stop13h 42m

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EVV - CUN

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Sat 11/8

5:54 pm-11:43 am

1 stop16h 49m

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5:12 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 39m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in September, then you should wait until October to fly from Illinois, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $367.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cancún?

The cheapest day to depart from Illinois to Cancún is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $382. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $532. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cancún.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cancún is in the evening. Flights from Illinois to Cancún during this time can be as low as $405. Flights to Cancún are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $713. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Cancun flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cancún from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $421 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from Illinois for as low as $363 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Cancun flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Cancun flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	3h 13m
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The best one-way flight to Cancún from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $84. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Cancún found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $197.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Cancún takes 3h 13m

Direct flights go from Illinois to Cancún every day.

There is 1 airport near Cancún: Cancun (CUN)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Cancun Airport?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Cancun Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Cancun Airport?
As of August 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Cancun Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Cancun Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Cancun Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cancun 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 Cancun Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Cancún?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Illinois and Cancún, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-900, making up 21.54% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320neo with 18.58%, Boeing 737-800 with 16.59%, and Airbus A321-100/200 with 16.43%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $125	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,055 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
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Delta	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,985 reviews	Search Delta flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $170	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,231 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Volaris	PriceFrom $181	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 1,163 reviews	Search Volaris flights
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in September, then you should wait until October to fly from Illinois, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $367.

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What is the cheapest Illinois to Cancun flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Cancun flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Cancun flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to Cancún flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Illinois to Cancún.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Cancun?

American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Cancun

What airlines fly to Cancún?

How many flights depart from Illinois to Cancún on average per day?

As of August 2025, 8 flights take off from Illinois and land in Cancún each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 94% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Illinois to Cancún on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 56 flights per week flying from Illinois to Cancún. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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