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Cheapest round-trip
$313
Typical prices: $370-$578
Volaris
Wed 8/19Sun 8/23
ORD - CUN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$368
Typical prices: $296-$523
American Airlines
Sun 9/13Wed 9/16
ORD - CUN • Non-stop
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Frontier Premium Bundle adds legroom and boarding; skip Basic Fare for seat choice.
United Economy Plus adds legroom; American Main Cabin Extra adds drinks and boarding.
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Cancún (ORD-CUN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from O'Hare Intl to Cancún that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Cancún

Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 23
Volaris Logo
1:59 am - 2:06 pm
ORD
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CUN
12h 07m
1 stop
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9:50 pm - 5:52 am
CUN
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ORD
8h 02m
1 stop
$313Volaris
Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 1
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6:21 am - 3:28 pm
ORD
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CUN
9h 07m
1 stop
Volaris Logo
3:20 pm - 11:47 pm
CUN
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ORD
8h 27m
1 stop
$314Volaris
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:23 am - 9:01 pm
ORD
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CUN
13h 38m
1 stop
Volaris Logo
3:18 pm - 4:36 am
CUN
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ORD
14h 18m
1 stop
$315Volaris
Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 20
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2:53 am - 12:04 pm
ORD
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CUN
9h 11m
1 stop
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4:32 pm - 4:41 am
CUN
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ORD
12h 09m
1 stop
$316Volaris
Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 10
Viva Logo
12:30 am - 11:30 pm
ORD
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CUN
22h 00m
1 stop
Viva Logo
10:30 am - 10:50 pm
CUN
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ORD
13h 20m
1 stop
$317Viva
Tue, Aug 18 - Sun, Aug 23
Volaris Logo
1:40 am - 10:03 am
ORD
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CUN
8h 23m
1 stop
Volaris Logo
9:50 pm - 5:52 am
CUN
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ORD
8h 02m
1 stop
$318Volaris
Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 13
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7:35 am - 9:03 pm
ORD
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CUN
13h 28m
1 stop
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9:50 pm - 5:52 am
CUN
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ORD
8h 02m
1 stop
$319Volaris
Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11
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12:42 am - 2:05 pm
ORD
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CUN
12h 23m
1 stop
Volaris Logo
6:28 pm - 4:36 am
CUN
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ORD
11h 08m
1 stop
$320Volaris
Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 29
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2:53 am - 12:04 pm
ORD
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CUN
9h 11m
1 stop
Volaris Logo
9:50 pm - 5:52 am
CUN
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ORD
8h 02m
1 stop
$321Volaris
Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Aug 26
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6:24 am - 3:09 pm
ORD
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CUN
8h 45m
1 stop
Volaris Logo
4:32 pm - 12:55 am
CUN
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ORD
8h 23m
1 stop
$322Volaris
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for O'Hare Intl to Cancún flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from O'Hare Intl to Cancún to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancún departing in August.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancún clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun, look for departures on Sundays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Cancun, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancun?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancún, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancun is January, where tickets cost $367 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $551 and $550 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancun?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $475, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancun?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancún, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancun, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 3 weeks before departure.

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

 
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Stefanie Waldek

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Expert on United Airlines, Frontier 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.

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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.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$120
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Cancún

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Cancún based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun flights

  • What services exist for people with limited mobility at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)?

    ORD is fully accessible. It features a motorized elevator, wide ramps, ADA-compliant toilets, and wheelchair-accessible roll-in showers. It also boasts a number of TSA professionals who are well-trained in how to assist individuals with disabilities.

  • How can I get from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to the city center?

    To travel from CUN to the city center, you can use a shared minivan, a bus, or a cab. Of the three, cabs are the fastest, while buses and minivans are the cheap options. Hence, if you'd like to quickly cover the distance between CUN and the city center, you should board a taxi, while if you'd like to spend as little as you can on fare, take the shared minivan or bus.

  • Does O'Hare International Airport (ORD) have CLEAR?

    Once you land at ORD Airport, you do not need to waste your time on long TSA queues, as the airport is integrated with CLEAR, allowing passengers to verify their credentials using a biometric scan swiftly. CLEAR counters are available in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

  • Does Cancun International Airport (CUN) have storage lockers?

    If you do not wish to travel with all of your belongings from CUN, you're in luck, as this airport prides itself on having multiple-sized lockers. These lockers are situated in the main terminal. To use any, you'll have to incur a small fee.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancun?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancun was $120 for a one-way ticket and $313 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Cancun?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Cancun from Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, and British Airways offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Cancun, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Cancun, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Cancun are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $482 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $477 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cancun from Chicago O'Hare Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cancun with an airline and back to Chicago O'Hare Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and CUN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Cancun?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cancun from Chicago O'Hare Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancun

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $225 or less one-way and $480 or less round-trip.
  • If your flight departs from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) early in the morning, you should consider spending the night at the Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel. Located right across from Terminals 1, 2, and 3, this hotel is connected to all domestic terminals by a subway and the international terminal via the airport transit system.
  • When flying internationally from Chicago, you can opt to use either ORD or Midway International Airport (MDW). ORD is one of the busiest airports in the country. Thus, it tends to have long security lines. Given that this is the case, it is in your best interest to fly through MDW, where traffic is lighter and navigation is more effortless.
  • At ORD, you'll enjoy easy inter-terminal travel thanks to its Airport Transit System (ATS). The ATS connects to all five terminals, the airport's car rental facility, and Economy Parking Lot F. Besides this system, ORD also has designated walkways connecting all terminals.
  • If you haven't already exchanged your currency, it's a good idea to do so when you arrive at Cancun International Airport (CUN). There are two currency exchange counters at this airport. One is in Terminal 2, while another is in Terminal 3. Terminal 2's counter usually closes at 10 pm, while Terminal 3 normally closes at 9 pm.
  • CUN is the main international airport in Cancun. Given its location, Isla Mujeres, Leona Vicario, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, and Kantunilkin are all accessible from this airport. It's worth noting that you can also catch domestic flights to all of Mexico's major airports at this airport.

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

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Cancun.
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Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Cancun

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

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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

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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