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Cheapest round-trip
$313
Typical prices: $315-$556
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GUA - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$715
Typical prices: $345-$640
Avianca
Fri 12/28Sat 1/13
GUA - ORD • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines, Avianca and American Airlines. Average duration is 4h 49m
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Cheapest • 14% average savings
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Most punctual • 100% on-time
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $342 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Guatemala City to Chicago (GUA-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Guatemala City to Chicago

Fri, Dec 11 - Thu, Jan 28
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2:52 pm - 11:13 amGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 21m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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12:04 am - 12:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
12h 40m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$313Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 25
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8:55 am - 10:13 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 18m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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12:04 am - 12:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
12h 40m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$313Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Wed, Mar 3
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6:00 am - 3:42 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 42m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas
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3:50 pm - 10:39 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
6h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$551American Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Wed, Mar 3
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6:00 am - 3:46 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 46m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas
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3:50 pm - 10:39 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
6h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$575American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Jan 18
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9:20 am - 8:30 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 10m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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2:20 pm - 6:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
4h 30mnonstop
$715Avianca
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Jan 10
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2:00 am - 8:30 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 30m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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2:20 pm - 6:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
4h 30mnonstop
$715Avianca
Wed, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 3
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1:28 pm - 6:15 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 47mnonstop
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9:00 am - 1:46 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
4h 46mnonstop
$735United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Mar 2
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6:24 am - 12:11 amGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 47m2 stops San José Juan Santamaria Intl Panama City Tocumen Intl
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7:35 am - 8:49 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
25h 14m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$738Copa Airlines
Sun, Dec 27 - Sat, Jan 16
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6:24 am - 12:11 amGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 47m2 stops San José Juan Santamaria Intl Panama City Tocumen Intl
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2:13 pm - 9:38 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
19h 25m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$738Copa Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Tue, May 25
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1:28 pm - 6:15 pmGUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 47mnonstop
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7:45 am - 2:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
7h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$740United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Guatemala City to Chicago flights

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What is the cheapest Guatemala City to Chicago flight route?

Guatemala City (GUA) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) is the cheapest Guatemala City to Chicago route, averaging $399 round-trip. Other Guatemala City to Chicago routes average $524, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guatemala City to Chicago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guatemala City to Chicago. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Guatemala City to Chicago?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Guatemala City to Chicago at $304 round-trip.
•July ($552) and June ($528) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Guatemala City to Chicago the cheapest?

Flights from Guatemala City to Chicago are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Guatemala City to Chicago

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on 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.

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on Avianca

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on GUA

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Key details for Guatemala City to Chicago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$173
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Guatemala City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Guatemala City to Chicago

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Your Guatemala City to Chicago 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 Guatemala City to Chicago?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:05 am and lands at 12:54 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:36 pm and lands at 6:25 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 49m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Guatemala City to Chicago?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Guatemala City to Chicago:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Guatemala City to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Guatemala City to Chicago takes 4h 49m, covering 1,892 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Guatemala City to Chicago?

    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 Guatemala City to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Guatemala City to Chicago range from $315 to $556, with an average of $401 over the past 12 months. Anything below $315 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Guatemala City to Chicago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the $401 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Guatemala City to Chicago?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $342 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $500 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Guatemala City to Chicago?

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

    • Avianca: 100% on time
    • American Airlines: 88% on time
    • United Airlines: 72% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Guatemala City to Chicago?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $25–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Have flight prices from Guatemala City to Chicago 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 $313 to $2,194. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Guatemala City to Chicago flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Guatemala City to Chicago route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Guatemala City to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Guatemala City to Chicago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $503, which is 105% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates from around $17:

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

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates from around $32:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates from around $30:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Guatemala City to Chicago?

    Flights from Guatemala City to Chicago usually depart from Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Guatemala City to Chicago?

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Guatemala City to Chicago?

    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 Guatemala City to Chicago route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 51m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Guatemala City to Chicago pass through?

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

    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Guatemala City to Chicago?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Guatemala City to Chicago. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $389 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $488, a difference of $99.

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

  • What airlines fly from Guatemala City to Chicago?

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

    • United Airlines
    • Avianca
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Guatemala City to Chicago?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 33m, compared with 7h 37m via Orlando (MCO) and 8h via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL).

  • What is the time difference between Guatemala City and Chicago?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Guatemala City to Chicago flights?

    Among airlines operating Guatemala City to Chicago flights:

    • Avianca: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • JetBlue: 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 Guatemala City to Chicago flights?

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

    • Avianca: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class 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 Guatemala City to Chicago 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $389, about $99 less than Saturday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Guatemala City to Chicago trip for January. Fares historically average $304 round-trip in that month - typically $248 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Avianca. Over the past three months, 100% of Avianca flights from Guatemala City to Chicago arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 84%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 51m, 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 Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $342 round-trip on this route - about $158 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    • Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    • Skylark Motel

Prefer to fly direct from Guatemala City to Chicago?

 
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Guatemala City La Aurora to Chicago

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Chicago to Guatemala City La Aurora

Wednesday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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