Cheap flights from South America to Chicago from $153

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3:06 pm - 12:18 amBOG-ORD
10h 12m1 stop
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5:15 am - 2:10 pmORD-BOG
7h 55m1 stop
$299Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:17 am - 8:01 pmBOG-ORD
18h 44m1 stop
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8:22 pm - 12:50 pmORD-BOG
15h 28m2 stops
$309Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Dec 15 - Thu, Jan 22
Copa Airlines Logo
5:31 am - 12:46 pmMDE-ORD
8h 15m1 stop
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2:07 pm - 8:18 amORD-MDE
17h 11m1 stop
$326Copa Airlines
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Sat, Nov 22 - Mon, Dec 1
United Airlines Logo
1:15 am - 10:02 amMDE-ORD
9h 47m1 stop
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7:05 pm - 9:10 pmORD-MDE
26h 05m1 stop
$328United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Fri, Aug 28
United Airlines Logo
1:15 am - 11:11 amMDE-ORD
10h 56m1 stop
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9:23 pm - 5:42 amORD-MDE
31h 19m1 stop
$329United Airlines
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Mon, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 31
Avianca Logo
11:40 am - 8:20 pmMDE-ORD
9h 40m1 stop
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10:20 pm - 10:55 amORD-MDE
11h 35m1 stop
$337Avianca
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Wed, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 31
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 3:23 pmMDE-MDW
34h 53m2 stops
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6:00 am - 2:05 amMDW-MDE
19h 05m2 stops
$342Delta
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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17
Delta Logo
3:55 pm - 9:56 amBOG-MDW
18h 01m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:20 pmMDW-BOG
14h 20m2 stops
$367Delta
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Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 31
Copa Airlines Logo
3:09 am - 12:46 pmUIO-ORD
10h 37m1 stop
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7:35 am - 12:31 amORD-UIO
15h 56m1 stop
$369Copa Airlines
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Wed, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 19
Avianca Logo
3:30 am - 8:20 pmUIO-ORD
17h 50m1 stop
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10:20 pm - 1:10 pmORD-UIO
13h 50m1 stop
$416Avianca
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Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 18

Spirit Airlines flights from South America to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on South America to Chicago flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Feb 11
BOG3:06 pmBogotá El Dorado
10h 12m
1 stop
ORD12:18 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 18
ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 55m
1 stop
BOG2:10 pmBogotá El Dorado
Spirit Airlines
Dec 15
BOG2:17 amBogotá El Dorado
18h 44m
1 stop
ORD8:01 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 22
ORD8:22 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 28m
2 stops
BOG12:50 pmBogotá El Dorado
Spirit Airlines
Dec 15
BOG2:17 amBogotá El Dorado
18h 44m
1 stop
ORD8:01 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 22
ORD7:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 58m
2 stops
BOG12:50 pmBogotá El Dorado

Avianca flights from South America to Chicago

Our best Avianca deals on South America to Chicago flight tickets
Avianca
Dec 17
MDE11:40 amMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
9h 40m
1 stop
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 31
ORD10:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
11h 35m
1 stop
MDE10:55 amMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
Avianca
Nov 22
BOG2:50 pmBogotá El Dorado
6h 30m
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 17
ORD10:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 10m
BOG5:30 amBogotá El Dorado
Avianca
Nov 20
MDE9:50 amMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
11h 30m
1 stop
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 27
ORD10:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 50m
1 stop
MDE10:10 amMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

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BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 2/11

3:06 pm-12:18 am

1 stop10h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

5:15 am-2:10 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$299

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 12/15

2:17 am-8:01 pm

1 stop18h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

8:22 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops15h 28m

$309

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 11/22

5:31 am-12:46 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

2:07 pm-8:18 am

1 stop17h 11m

$326

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 12/6

1:15 am-10:02 am

1 stop9h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/28

7:05 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$328

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 12/15

1:15 am-11:11 am

1 stop10h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

9:23 pm-5:42 am

1 stop31h 19m

$329

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 12/17

11:40 am-8:20 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

10:20 pm-10:55 am

1 stop11h 35m

$337

MedellínChicago

MDE - MDW

MDEMDW

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 2/13

5:30 am-3:23 pm

2 stops34h 53m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/17

6:00 am-2:05 am

2 stops19h 05m

$342

BogotáChicago

BOG - MDW

BOGMDW

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 3/24

3:55 pm-9:56 am

1 stop18h 01m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/31

6:00 am-8:20 pm

2 stops14h 20m

$367

QuitoChicago

UIO - ORD

UIOORD

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Wed 1/14

3:09 am-12:46 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

7:35 am-12:31 am

1 stop15h 56m

$369

QuitoChicago

UIO - ORD

UIOORD

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Mon 2/9

3:30 am-8:20 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

10:20 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$416

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from South America, with most prices found around $563. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in May, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from South America to Chicago during June average around $577.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $558. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South America to Chicago for around $821.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the afternoon. Flights from South America to Chicago during this time can be as low as $594. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $732.

What is the cheapest South America to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best South America - Chicago flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from South America when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $607 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from South America for as low as $501 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on South America to Chicago flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South America to Chicago 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 South America to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a South America to Chicago flight.

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Best Price Found

$288

Fastest flight time

6h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chicago from South America in the past 72 hours is $288. The best round-trip flight deal from South America to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $535.
The fastest flight from South America to Chicago takes 6h 15m
Direct flights go from South America to Chicago every day.
There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from South America to Chicago?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South America to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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.

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Best airlines flying from South America to Chicago

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Free Cancellation
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $278Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,563 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $303Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,472 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $303Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,048 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $304Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,139 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $311Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,010 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $330Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,015 reviews
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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom $351Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,873 reviews
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