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

• Earliest: departs at 12:04 am and lands at 4:26 am
• Latest: departs at 4:30 pm and lands at 8:52 pm.

The flight takes about 4h 22m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Mexico City:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Mexico City takes 4h 22m, covering 1,688 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Mexico City range from $326 to $536, with an average of $409 over the past 12 months. Anything below $326 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $409 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $378 round-trip via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL), compared to $413 for nonstop.

Aeromexico is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Chicago to Mexico City flights are:

• Aeromexico: 92% on time
• United Airlines: 90% on time
• American Airlines: 84% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $16–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Mexico City flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 42%, afternoon flights for 15%, and evening flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago to Mexico City flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Chicago to Mexico City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $142, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Infinity Car Rental
• Europcar
• MEXRENTACAR
• America Car Rental

Flights from Chicago to Mexico City 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

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 Chicago to Mexico City route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 43m.

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

• Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 48% of one-stop connections
• Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 8% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from Chicago to Mexico City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $401 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $418, a difference of $17.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

5 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Mexico City. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Aeromexico
• Volaris
• American Airlines
• Viva
• United Airlines

Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 47m, compared with 7h 56m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 07m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).

Mexico City is 1 hour behind Chicago (Central Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Mexico City are Plaza de la Constitucion, El Ángel de la Independencia and Mexico City Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Mexico City on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Mexico City flights:

• Viva: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Aeromexico: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

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

Yes, Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) has several car rental companies with a range of vehicles for different travel needs.

Yes, the “L” train provides public transportation from Downtown Chicago to ORD.

Yes, Mexico City’s Yellow Line (Line 5) Metro stops near Terminal 1 at Terminal Aérea station. From there, the trip to Balderas station in the city center takes about 30 minutes.

Yes, at MEX, Aeroméxico's Clase Premier offers VIP-style lounge access and priority services. Passenger-orientation staff and information modules are also available.

Members of the military and their families will find a variety of services at the USO centers, including free refreshments; O’Hare’s Terminal 2 USO also has a quiet room and a children’s room. O’Hare International Airport has two USO centers; one pre-security on Terminal 2’s Mezzanine level and the other post-security in the Terminal 3 Rotunda. Midway’s USO is located in Concourse C.

Families traveling with young children can use the Family Lounge in Terminal 2 near Gate F1. It offers space for children to move around before the flight.

At O'Hare Airport (ORD), Economy Lots F, G and H cost less than the daily parking lot and main garage. At Midway Airport (MDW), the economy lot costs less than the daily lot.