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Cheap flights from Illinois to Central America from $73

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Spirit Airlines Logo
8:56 pm - 12:05 pmORD-GUA
16h 09m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 10:48 pmGUA-ORD
9h 28m1 stop
$237Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
Logo
5:05 am - 12:26 pmORD-GUA
7h 21m1 stop
Logo
7:45 am - 2:50 pmGUA-ORD
7h 05m1 stop
$238
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Tue, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:24 amORD-GUA
6h 24m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 11:05 amGUA-ORD
8h 35m1 stop
$243United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 3
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:32 pmORD-GUA
10h 32m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 9:40 pmGUA-ORD
8h 02m1 stop
$244United Airlines
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Thu, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 23
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:56 pmORD-GUA
8h 56m1 stop
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2:14 pm - 7:15 pmGUA-ORD
5h 01mnonstop
$261American Airlines
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Fri, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 13
American Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 12:44 pmORD-GUA
4h 29mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 9:54 pmGUA-ORD
15h 14m1 stop
$264American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 31
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 12:24 pmORD-SAL
6h 39m1 stop
Delta Logo
1:39 pm - 11:57 pmSAL-ORD
9h 18m1 stop
$270Delta
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Sat, Oct 18 - Thu, Oct 23
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 12:24 pmORD-SAL
6h 39m1 stop
Delta Logo
1:39 pm - 9:23 amSAL-ORD
18h 44m2 stops
$274Delta
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Sat, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 25
Frontier Logo
5:10 am - 12:28 pmORD-SAL
8h 18m1 stop
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2:02 pm - 12:10 amSAL-ORD
9h 08m1 stop
$283Frontier
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Fri, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 26
Frontier Logo
6:15 am - 12:04 pmMDW-GUA
6h 49m1 stop
Frontier Logo
1:49 pm - 11:17 pmGUA-MDW
8h 28m1 stop
$290Frontier
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Sat, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 27

Southwest flights from Illinois to Central America

Our best Southwest deals on Illinois to Central America flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 27
STL7:00 amLambert-St Louis
12h 55m
1 stop
SJO6:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 4
SJO12:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 30m
1 stop
STL8:50 pmLambert-St Louis
$362
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Southwest
Sep 18
STL8:05 amLambert-St Louis
11h 50m
1 stop
SJO6:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 25
SJO8:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 30m
1 stop
STL10:20 pmLambert-St Louis
$363
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Southwest
Sep 3
MDW6:25 amChicago Midway
13h 30m
1 stop
SJO6:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 10
SJO8:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 50m
1 stop
MDW9:40 pmChicago Midway
$452
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Spirit Airlines flights from Illinois to Central America

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Illinois to Central America flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Sep 13
ORD8:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 09m
1 stop
GUA12:05 pmGuatemala City La Aurora
Sep 20
GUA12:20 pmGuatemala City La Aurora
9h 28m
1 stop
ORD10:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$237
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 4
ORD6:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 41m
1 stop
GUA11:25 amGuatemala City La Aurora
Sep 7
GUA12:20 pmGuatemala City La Aurora
9h 28m
1 stop
ORD10:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$239
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 20
ORD8:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 09m
1 stop
GUA12:05 pmGuatemala City La Aurora
Sep 27
GUA12:20 pmGuatemala City La Aurora
9h 28m
1 stop
ORD10:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$240
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Central America that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 21, 2025.
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Price

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/13

8:56 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop16h 09m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 9/20

12:20 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$237

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

5:05 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 12/2

7:45 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$238

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop6h 24m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 10/3

1:30 am-11:05 am

1 stop8h 35m

$243

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

7:00 am-4:32 pm

1 stop10h 32m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 9/23

12:38 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$244

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/7

5:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 11/13

2:14 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

$261

ChicagoGuatemala City

ORD - GUA

ORDGUA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

8:15 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 1/31

6:40 am-9:54 pm

1 stop15h 14m

$264

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

6:45 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/23

1:39 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$270

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

6:45 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/25

1:39 pm-9:23 am

2 stops18h 44m

$274

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/19

5:10 am-12:28 pm

1 stop8h 18m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/26

2:02 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 08m

$283

ChicagoGuatemala City

MDW - GUA

MDWGUA

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/20

6:15 am-12:04 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 9/27

1:49 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$290

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Central America

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Central America?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to Central America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $445. If you don’t want to visit Central America in September, then you should wait until July to fly from Illinois, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $455.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Central America?

The cheapest day to depart from Illinois 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 $541. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Illinois because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $822.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Illinois 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 $768. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Central America flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl for the best Illinois - 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 Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Central America for around $601 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Central America from Illinois for as low as $457 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Central America flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Central America 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 Central America flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Central America flight.

Cheap Illinois to Central America flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Illinois to Central America

Best Price Found

$188

Fastest flight time

4h 22m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Central America

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Central America from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $188. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Central America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $426.
The fastest flight from Illinois to Central America takes 4h 22m
Direct flights go from Illinois to Central America every day.
There are 2 airports near Central America: Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA), Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson (BZE)
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Central America?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Central America?

    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 Central America.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Central America?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Central America trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Central America?

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Central America

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $110Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,512 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $112Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,035 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $175Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,981 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $199Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,415 reviews
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VolarisPriceFrom $199Free CancellationRating
6.6
1,161 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $241Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $269Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,930 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $431Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,245 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $432Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,916 reviews
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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Illinois to Central America?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Central America from Illinois.

Can I find flights from Illinois to Central America with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Illinois to Central America flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Illinois to Central America?

momondo helps you find the best flight between Illinois and Central America by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Illinois to Central America right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Central America from Illinois. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

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