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Cheapest round-trip
$322
Typical prices: $228-$413
Viva
Sun 1/28Wed 1/31
CUN - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$354
Typical prices: $225-$420
Frontier
Sat 12/22Fri 1/5
CUN - ORD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, American Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 4h 08m
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Most punctual • 84% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 28% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $299 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cancún to O'Hare Intl (CUN-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cancún to O'Hare Intl

Thu, Jan 28 - Sun, Jan 31
Viva Logo
6:15 am - 11:35 pmCUN  Cancun-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 20m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
Viva Logo
2:00 pm - 11:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CUN Cancun
8h 55m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$322Viva
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
Volaris Logo
9:55 pm - 4:43 amCUN  Cancun-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 48m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
Volaris Logo
12:04 am - 9:57 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CUN Cancun
8h 53m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$346Volaris
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Jan 5
Frontier Logo
11:38 am - 2:38 pmCUN  Cancun-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 00mnonstop
Frontier Logo
7:40 am - 12:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CUN Cancun
4h 18mnonstop
$354Frontier
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
Frontier Logo
11:38 am - 2:38 pmCUN  Cancun-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 00mnonstop
Frontier Logo
7:29 am - 12:52 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CUN Cancun
4h 23mnonstop
$354Frontier
Wed, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 16
Volaris Logo
9:55 pm - 4:43 amCUN  Cancun-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 48m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
Volaris Logo
6:29 am - 8:57 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CUN Cancun
13h 28m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$355Volaris
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1
Volaris Logo
10:45 am - 10:13 pmCUN  Cancun-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 28m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
Volaris Logo
12:04 am - 12:12 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CUN Cancun
11h 08m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$356Volaris
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:38 am - 2:38 pmCUN  Cancun-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 00mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 8:57 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CUN Cancun
13h 28m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$389Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 10:13 pmCUN  Cancun-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 48m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 10:18 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CUN Cancun
17h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$391Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
United Airlines Logo
3:11 pm - 6:13 pmCUN  Cancun-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 02mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 3:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CUN Cancun
4h 00mnonstop
$447United Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Jan 5
United Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 5:59 pmCUN  Cancun-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 04mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 1:43 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CUN Cancun
4h 03mnonstop
$449United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $228 to $413. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $322, on Viva.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $227 round-trip.
•August ($446) and September ($436) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 96% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Cancún to O'Hare Intl

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier, United Airlines and ORD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on CUN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Key details for Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$234
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Cancún to O'Hare Intl

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:15 am and lands at 12:23 pm
    • Latest: departs at 4:42 pm and lands at 8:50 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 08m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 4h 08m, covering 1,447 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 much should I expect to pay for a Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $228 to $413, with an average of $316 over the past 12 months. Anything below $228 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the $316 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $308 round-trip and layover options via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) at $299.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights are:

    • United Airlines: 84% on time
    • Frontier: 83% on time
    • American Airlines: 80% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 82% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Frontier and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 85% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 15%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $322 to $2,490. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $240, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Cancun (CUN) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 52m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Punta Cana (PUJ) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $273 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $350, a difference of $77.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Cancún and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • Frontier

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 43m, compared with 8h 26m via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) and 8h 27m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Cancún and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 1 hour behind Cancún (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $273, about $77 less than Wednesday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $227 round-trip in that month - typically $219 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 84% of United Airlines flights from Cancún to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 82%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 52m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Toronto Pearson Intl Airport (YYZ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $299 round-trip on this route - about $9 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Cancun to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cancun Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cancun to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Cancun

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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