Cheap flights from South America to Chicago from $162

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Spirit Airlines Logo
2:06 pm - 12:24 am
MDE
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ORD
10h 18m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 1:08 pm
ORD
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MDE
17h 53m
1 stop
$322Spirit Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Thu, Apr 30
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:08 pm - 11:15 pm
BOG
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ORD
9h 07m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:33 pm - 1:03 pm
ORD
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BOG
17h 30m
1 stop
$340Spirit Airlines
Mon, May 4 - Thu, May 7
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:07 pm - 12:24 am
BOG
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ORD
10h 17m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 1:12 pm
ORD
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BOG
8h 07m
1 stop
$341Spirit Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, Apr 26
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:25 am
MDE
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ORD
18h 25m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 11:50 pm
ORD
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MDE
9h 26m
1 stop
$385American Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 12:45 am
MDE
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ORD
15h 00m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:21 pm - 9:10 pm
ORD
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MDE
23h 49m
1 stop
$388United Airlines
Mon, Jun 1 - Sat, Jun 20
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 10:20 am
MDE
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ORD
24h 35m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:40 pm - 9:10 pm
ORD
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MDE
26h 30m
1 stop
$389United Airlines
Mon, Jun 1 - Sat, Jun 20
Avianca Logo
10:10 am - 9:20 pm
UIO
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ORD
11h 10m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
11:20 pm - 1:05 pm
ORD
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UIO
13h 45m
1 stop
$402Avianca
Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24
Avianca Logo
10:10 am - 9:20 pm
UIO
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ORD
11h 10m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
11:20 pm - 8:40 am
ORD
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UIO
9h 20m
1 stop
$403Avianca
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 26
Copa Airlines Logo
8:22 am - 1:13 am
UIO
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ORD
16h 51m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
3:21 pm - 12:34 am
ORD
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UIO
9h 13m
1 stop
$405Copa Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Sun, May 10
Copa Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 1:57 pm
UIO
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ORD
19h 27m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
8:01 am - 11:31 pm
ORD
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UIO
15h 30m
1 stop
$423Copa Airlines
Sun, Jul 5 - Sat, Sep 5

Spirit Airlines flights from South America to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on South America to Chicago flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Apr 24
MDE2:06 pmMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
10h 18m
1 stop
ORD12:24 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 30
ORD7:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 53m
1 stop
MDE1:08 pmMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
$322
Spirit Airlines
Apr 9
BOG2:10 pmBogotá El Dorado
9h 07m
1 stop
ORD11:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 20
ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 07m
1 stop
BOG1:12 pmBogotá El Dorado
$330
Spirit Airlines
May 4
BOG2:08 pmBogotá El Dorado
9h 07m
1 stop
ORD11:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
May 7
ORD7:33 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
BOG1:03 pmBogotá El Dorado
$340

Avianca flights from South America to Chicago

Our best Avianca deals on South America to Chicago flight tickets
Avianca
Apr 17
UIO10:10 amQuito Mariscal Sucr
11h 10m
1 stop
ORD9:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 24
ORD11:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 45m
1 stop
UIO1:05 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr
$402
Avianca
May 5
UIO10:10 amQuito Mariscal Sucr
11h 10m
1 stop
ORD9:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
May 26
ORD11:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 20m
1 stop
UIO8:40 amQuito Mariscal Sucr
$403
Avianca
Jun 4
UIO4:05 amQuito Mariscal Sucr
11h 50m
1 stop
ORD3:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 10
ORD11:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 45m
1 stop
UIO1:05 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr
$404

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MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 4/24

2:06 pm-12:24 am

1 stop10h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/30

7:15 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop17h 53m

$322

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 5/4

2:08 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/7

7:33 pm-1:03 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$340
Quickest round-trip

BogotáChicago

BOG - ORD

BOGORD

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 4/24

2:07 pm-12:24 am

1 stop10h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/26

5:05 am-1:12 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$341

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 5/19

6:00 am-12:25 am

1 stop18h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/26

2:24 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$385

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 6/1

9:45 am-12:45 am

1 stop15h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/20

9:21 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop23h 49m

$388

MedellínChicago

MDE - ORD

MDEORD

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 6/1

9:45 am-10:20 am

1 stop24h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/20

6:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$389

QuitoChicago

UIO - ORD

UIOORD

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Fri 4/17

10:10 am-9:20 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/24

11:20 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$402

QuitoChicago

UIO - ORD

UIOORD

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 5/5

10:10 am-9:20 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/26

11:20 pm-8:40 am

1 stop9h 20m

$403

QuitoChicago

UIO - ORD

UIOORD

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Wed 4/29

8:22 am-1:13 am

1 stop16h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

3:21 pm-12:34 am

1 stop9h 13m

$405

QuitoChicago

UIO - ORD

UIOORD

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sun 7/5

6:30 pm-1:57 pm

1 stop19h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

8:01 am-11:31 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$423

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from South America, with most prices found around $595. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in June, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from South America to Chicago during September average around $597.

What is the cheapest South America to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Bogotá El Dorado 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 $632 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 $426 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 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a South America to Chicago flight.

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Best Price Found

$281

Fastest flight time

6h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from South America in the past 72 hours is $281. The best round-trip flight deal from South America to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $469.
The fastest flight from South America to Chicago takes 6h 30m
Direct flights go from South America to Chicago every day.
There are 3 airports in Chicago. From South America there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Frequently asked questions about flying from South America to Chicago

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from South America to Chicago?

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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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Rating
Free Cancellation
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $232Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,575 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $244Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,385 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $303Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,560 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $329Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,545 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $329Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,588 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $330Free CancellationRating
6.5
2,504 reviews
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