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Cheapest round-trip
$501
Typical prices: $402-$933
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Sun 10/28Mon 11/5
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

Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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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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3:20 pm - 10:55 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 35m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$501Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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2:41 am - 3:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
14h 42m2 stops Puebla City Huejotzingo Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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3:20 pm - 10:55 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 35m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$525Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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2:41 am - 3:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
14h 42m2 stops Puebla City Huejotzingo Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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6:16 pm - 10:50 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 34m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$542Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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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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3:20 pm - 10:55 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 35m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$553Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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2:41 am - 3:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
14h 42m2 stops Puebla City Huejotzingo Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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3:20 pm - 2:45 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 25m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Cancun
$565Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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12:30 pm - 8:02 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
21h 32m3 stops Quincy Regional Nashville Intl 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
$603Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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2:41 am - 7:08 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
18h 27m2 stops Puebla City Huejotzingo Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
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7:35 am - 11:13 amMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 38m3 stops Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$771Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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12:30 pm - 8:02 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
21h 32m3 stops Quincy Regional Nashville Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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7:35 am - 11:44 pmMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 09m2 stops Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$802Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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12:30 pm - 8:02 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
21h 32m3 stops Quincy Regional Nashville Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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7:35 am - 4:43 amMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 08m3 stops Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez
$857Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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12:30 pm - 8:02 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MXL Mexicali
21h 32m3 stops Quincy Regional Nashville Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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7:35 am - 4:43 amMXL  Mexicali-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 08m3 stops Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez
$869Multiple 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 most popular layover airport when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali?

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) is the most popular layover for the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali route. 60% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via GDL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali?

Flights via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $437. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali which airport offers the shortest layover?

Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) had the shortest average connection time for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mexicali layovers at 385 minutes over the past 3 months.

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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

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

  • 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 $525 to $1,725. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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

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  • 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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