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Cheapest round-trip
$407
Typical prices: $402-$933
Volaris, Viva
Tue 11/13Thu 11/15
ORD - MXL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$240
Typical prices: $296-$678
Volaris
Tue 11/13
ORD - MXL • 1 stop
Top layover airports
Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL)
Cheapest • Avg $437 (round-trip)
Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX)
Shortest trip • 10h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Mexicali (ORD-MXL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Mexicali

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
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1:24 am - 12:13 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
12h 49m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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3:20 pm - 10:55 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 35m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$407Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 18
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2:53 am - 12:21 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
11h 28m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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4:14 pm - 3:50 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 36m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$411Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 18
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2:53 am - 3:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
14h 30m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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4:14 pm - 3:50 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 36m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$417Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 22
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2:41 am - 3:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
38h 42m2 stops Puebla City Huejotzingo Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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4:14 pm - 1:10 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 56m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$420Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Feb 6
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1:24 am - 12:13 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
12h 49m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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12:42 pm - 11:44 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 02m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$441Volaris
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 22
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1:24 am - 12:13 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
12h 49m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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12:42 pm - 11:44 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 02m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$455Volaris
Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 6
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1:40 pm - 2:49 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
27h 09m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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6:16 pm - 11:08 amMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 52m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$500Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30
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7:35 am - 3:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
33h 48m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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6:19 pm - 12:55 amMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 36m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$520Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6
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1:24 am - 2:38 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
15h 14m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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12:42 pm - 11:44 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 02m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$529Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 22
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12:25 am - 11:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
24h 50m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez
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1:02 pm - 11:12 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 10m1 stop León Del Bajio
$545Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali?

Volaris ($441) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali in the last 5 days.

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$240
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When to book flights from Chicago to Mexicali

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali flight questions, answered

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

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Mexicali (MXL).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali.

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

    Connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali most commonly pass through:

    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 40% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 68%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $356 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,100: a $744 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali. Flights with 1 layover take between 10h 27m and 10h 40m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali 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 $407 to $1,403. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $240, which is 65% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 27m, compared with 10h 40m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).

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

    Mexicali is 2 hours behind Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Mexicali Airport (MXL)?

    Mexicali Airport (MXL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Europcar
    · Fox
    · Avis
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $356 - about $744 less than Sunday (68% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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Chicago (ORD)
Mexicali (MXL)