Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America from $87

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Spirit Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 1:10 pm
ORD
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CTG
6h 55m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:21 pm - 11:47 pm
CTG
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ORD
10h 26m1 stop
$275Spirit Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:43 pm - 1:15 pm
ORD
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CTG
15h 32m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:21 pm - 9:03 pm
CTG
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ORD
7h 42m1 stop
$277Spirit Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 16
Copa Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 8:41 am
ORD
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CTG
17h 28m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
3:02 pm - 12:24 am
CTG
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ORD
10h 22m1 stop
$290Copa Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 26
Avianca Logo
2:35 pm - 7:14 am
ORD
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CTG
16h 39m1 stop
Avianca Logo
9:05 pm - 1:15 pm
CTG
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ORD
16h 10m1 stop
$297Avianca
Wed, Apr 29 - Mon, May 4
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 10:05 pm
ORD
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MDE
15h 20m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 9:31 pm
MDE
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ORD
11h 46m1 stop
$303United Airlines
Sun, Mar 1 - Sat, May 9
Copa Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 8:00 pm
ORD
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MDE
11h 25m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 12:24 am
MDE
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ORD
8h 54m1 stop
$306Copa Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Sun, Jan 18
United Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 10:05 pm
ORD
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MDE
24h 55m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 12:45 am
MDE
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ORD
15h 00m1 stop
$310United Airlines
Sat, Feb 28 - Thu, May 14
American Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 8:10 pm
ORD
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MDE
10h 15m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:20 am - 12:13 pm
MDE
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ORD
11h 53m2 stops
$313American Airlines
Sun, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 23
Avianca Logo
10:20 pm - 5:55 pm
ORD
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UIO
18h 35m1 stop
Avianca Logo
5:05 am - 9:20 pm
UIO
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ORD
16h 15m1 stop
$401Avianca
Wed, Feb 25 - Sun, Mar 8
American Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 8:20 am
ORD
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GIG
16h 05m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 11:55 am
GIG
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ORD
16h 25m1 stop
$491American Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Fri, Jan 30

Delta flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America

Our best Delta deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America flight tickets
Delta
Mar 9
ORD5:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 10m
1 stop
BOG7:30 pmBogotá El Dorado
Mar 16
BOG6:15 amBogotá El Dorado
17h 44m
2 stops
ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Delta
Mar 8
ORD5:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 15m
1 stop
UIO8:35 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr
Mar 18
UIO8:20 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr
20h 29m
2 stops
ORD4:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Delta
Mar 12
ORD9:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 27m
2 stops
UIO5:17 amQuito Mariscal Sucr
Mar 18
UIO11:45 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr
13h 53m
1 stop
ORD1:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Copa Airlines flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America

Our best Copa Airlines deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America flight tickets
Copa Airlines
Jan 13
ORD2:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 28m
1 stop
CTG8:41 amCartagena Rafael Nunez
Jan 26
CTG3:02 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez
10h 22m
1 stop
ORD12:24 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Copa Airlines
Jan 13
ORD7:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m
1 stop
MDE8:00 pmMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
Jan 18
MDE4:30 pmMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
8h 54m
1 stop
ORD12:24 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Copa Airlines
Jan 6
ORD2:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 37m
1 stop
BOG5:50 amBogotá El Dorado
Jan 20
BOG12:08 pmBogotá El Dorado
13h 16m
1 stop
ORD12:24 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

5:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 2/22

2:21 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$275

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

8:43 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop15h 32m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 1/16

2:21 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$277

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

2:13 pm-8:41 am

1 stop17h 28m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 1/26

3:02 pm-12:24 am

1 stop10h 22m

$290

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/29

2:35 pm-7:14 am

1 stop16h 39m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 5/4

9:05 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$297

ChicagoMedellín

ORD - MDE

ORDMDE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

5:45 am-10:05 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 5/9

9:45 am-9:31 pm

1 stop11h 46m

$303

ChicagoMedellín

ORD - MDE

ORDMDE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

7:35 am-8:00 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sun 1/18

4:30 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 54m

$306

ChicagoMedellín

ORD - MDE

ORDMDE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

8:10 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop24h 55m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 5/14

9:45 am-12:45 am

1 stop15h 00m

$310

ChicagoMedellín

ORD - MDE

ORDMDE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

9:55 am-8:10 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 3/23

12:20 am-12:13 pm

2 stops11h 53m

$313

ChicagoQuito

ORD - UIO

ORDUIO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

10:20 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sun 3/8

5:05 am-9:20 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$401

ChicagoRio de Janeiro

ORD - GIG

ORDGIG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

1:15 pm-8:20 am

1 stop16h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 1/30

10:30 pm-11:55 am

1 stop16h 25m

$491

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $526. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to South America from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport during October instead. Flights to South America in October, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $554.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $667. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America for around $743.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to South America at noon for as low as $599. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $758 on average. Flights to South America from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl to South America flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Bogotá El Dorado for the best Chicago O'Hare Intl - South America flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to South America?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South America from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South America for around $605 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South America from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for as low as $483 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago O'Hare Intl to South America flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago O'Hare Intl to South 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America flights?

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America flight.

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Best Price Found

$264

Fastest flight time

5h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in South America

463 airports
The best one-way flight to South America from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $264. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $397.
The fastest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America takes 5h 50m
Direct flights go from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America every day.
There are 463 airports in South America. From Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport there are direct flights to Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).
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    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 O'Hare Intl Airport to South America.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to South America can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South America. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South America

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $240Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,190 reviews
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7.5
1,894 reviews
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6.6
2,488 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $299Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,558 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $302Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,017 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $302Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,100 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $311Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,051 reviews
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ArajetPriceFrom $360Free CancellationRating
6.8
38 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $479Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,550 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $596Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,131 reviews
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