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Cheapest round-trip
$601
Typical prices: $568-$800
Volaris
Sun 9/9Sun 9/23
ORD - LIM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$225
Typical prices: $300-$429
Arajet
Wed 10/3
ORD - LIM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago and Lima. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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MDW - LIM
Cheapest • 4% average savings
ORD - LIM
Most popular
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 17% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY)
Cheapest • Avg $671 (round-trip)
San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL)
Shortest trip • 11h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Lima (CHI-LIM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Lima

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 23
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7:35 am - 5:01 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
21h 26m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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6:04 am - 11:47 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 43m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$601Volaris
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
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1:23 pm - 5:00 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
14h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:20 am - 11:59 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 39m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$603LATAM Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Dec 5
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8:04 am - 9:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
12h 51m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami
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12:05 am - 5:20 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 15m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$603LATAM Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 25
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6:00 am - 3:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
32h 40m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Miami
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6:04 am - 10:13 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 09m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$604Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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8:50 pm - 6:10 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
32h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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8:00 am - 11:07 amLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 07m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$642Air Canada
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 30
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3:45 pm - 3:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
34h 30m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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8:00 am - 11:07 amLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 07m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$647Air Canada
Fri, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 9
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8:01 am - 11:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
15h 39m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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1:05 pm - 12:57 amLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 52m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$669Copa Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 22
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8:01 am - 12:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
28h 24m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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2:35 am - 1:59 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 24m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$675Copa Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Thu, Dec 3
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10:48 am - 5:00 amMDW  Chicago Midway-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
18h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:10 pm - 10:56 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
11h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$687Delta
Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 29
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10:35 am - 5:00 amMDW  Chicago Midway-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
17h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:10 pm - 10:10 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
11h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$687Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Lima flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago to Lima with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Lima?

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Lima start at $601. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $568 to $800. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $601 on Volaris.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Lima flight route?

There's little price difference between Chicago to Lima routes. They average around $659 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Lima?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Lima, it is 2% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Lima?

  • January and February are the cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Lima at $565 round-trip.
  • December ($790) and July ($757) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago to Lima the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago to Lima are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Chicago to Lima flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$225
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lima

When to book flights from Chicago to Lima

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Lima based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago to Lima flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Does Lima airport have lounges?

    Yes. It has three VIP's Lounge: the Hanaq VIP Lounge, Sumaq VIP Lounge, and El Salon by Newrest National VIP Lounge. You get amenities like Wi-Fi, a buffet, a business center, and a resting area at the lounge. Hana and Sumaq VIP Lounges are open 24h, while Elsalon is open from 1:30 am to 11 pm.

  • Is there any car rental facility at Lima Airport?

    Yes. There are different car rental companies at the airport. They include Budget, a car rental company operating worldwide, Hertz represented by Inka's Rent, and Brupo ANC working in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Peru, and Guatemala.

  • Does O’Hare Airport provide parking facilities?

    Yes. It has numerous parking facilities. You are at liberty to choose from five airport parking options. The parking is also located near garages. It has long-term and short-term ORD parking and short-term ORD parking. Long-term parking has three options: daily Parking Garage, Daily Lots, and Economy Parking Lots. The short-term parking provides hourly and daily parking areas.

  • Is there a chapel at O'Hare Airport?

    Yes. It is located in Mezzanine Level at Terminal 2. This is where you can relax your mind at the airport before proceeding with your journey. It is a peaceful place where you can worship and conduct liturgies while waiting for the flight to depart.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Lima?

    Flights from Chicago to Lima may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Lima?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Lima:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Lima pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago to Lima most commonly connect through:

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to Lima?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 6% on the Chicago to Lima route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $665 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $706, a difference of $41. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Lima?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lima are Larcomar, National Stadium and Estadio Universidad San Marcos. These are among the most viewed places in Lima on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to Lima?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago to Lima takes 0h 00m, covering 3,781 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago to Lima?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Lima:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago to Lima flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 3% above the route average of $678. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to Lima?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago to Lima looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago to Lima are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $346.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago to Lima?

    Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 13m, compared with 11h 32m via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and 11h 37m via Miami (MIA).

  • What car rental options are available at Lima J Chavez Intl Airport (LIM)?

    Lima J Chavez Intl Airport (LIM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Alamo
    · Sixt
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · FlexWays

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to Lima flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago to Lima range from $568 to $800, with an average of $678 over the past 12 months. Anything below $568 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chicago to Lima flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $665 - about $41 less than Saturday (6% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Lima trip for January. Fares historically average $565 round-trip in that month - typically $225 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport.
    - Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport
    - Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
    - Royal Inca Hotel
  • Chicago is a city with three airports: Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Gary/Chicago International Airport (RFD) and O'Hare International Airport (ORD). The main airport is O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which is located about 40min from Chicago downtown if you travel by car, train, or bus. It offers banking services that are found at Seaway Bank. The bank provides foreign exchange services at the airport. It also has ATMs offered by the national and local financial institutions within the airport.
  • O'Hare Airport has rooms where mothers can breastfeed their babies in private seating to avoid interference. The location of the rooms includes terminal 1, which is at Gate B 10, Terminal 2, located at a crossover between gates E5 and F9, and a Multi-Modal Facility located on the north and south side.
  • O'Hare Airport provides services that are relevant to people with disabilities. It has large stalls, grab bars, tilted mirrors, and lower towel dispensers suitable for the disabled. The airport has a wheelchair for the disabled, who are given a wheelchair escort while still at the airport. It has an airport transit route that is accessible to the disabled. The airport has telephone booths that are accessible by wheelchairs.
  • Lima Airport (LIM) offers money exchange services at the Interbank branch at Peru Plaza or the small exchange booth in the international arrivals area on the ground floor. ATM services are also provided through credit cards and travelers' cheques, where you can withdraw local cash with the rates at a much lower price.
  • Lima Airport provides services for luggage storage. It is located in the international arrivals public area on the ground floor. The service is charged depending on the size and weight of your luggage. For those with smaller luggage, you can store them in a private locker. Discounts are applicable if you keep much luggage or store it for a long time.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Chicago to Lima

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Lima (LIM)