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Cheapest round-trip
$432
Typical prices: $341-$447
Viva
Mon 12/3Tue 12/11
TIJ - ORD • 1 stop
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 49% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY)
Cheapest • Avg $223 (round-trip)
Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL)
Shortest trip • 9h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tijuana to Chicago (TIJ-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tijuana to Chicago

Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:31 pm - 11:00 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 29m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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4:08 pm - 11:11 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
45h 03m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$432Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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8:24 pm - 11:00 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 36m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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1:05 am - 4:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
17h 50m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$466Viva
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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12:33 pm - 10:50 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 17m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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1:24 am - 12:36 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
13h 12m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$483Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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12:33 pm - 10:50 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 17m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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8:53 pm - 7:14 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
36h 21m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$496Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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8:04 am - 11:00 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 56m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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4:08 pm - 11:11 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
21h 03m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$515Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:31 pm - 11:00 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 29m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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12:04 am - 2:38 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
16h 34m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$527Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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8:03 am - 4:43 amTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 40m2 stops Hermosillo Gen Pesqueira Garcia Mexico City Benito Juarez
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1:05 am - 4:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
17h 50m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$528Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Sun, Dec 13
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8:04 am - 11:00 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 56m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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12:42 am - 8:10 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
9h 28m1 stop León Del Bajio
$532Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 11
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12:38 am - 7:44 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 06m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:35 am - 7:17 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
27h 42m3 stops Orlando Houston George Bush Intcntl Santiago de Querétaro
$538Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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7:31 pm - 11:00 pmTIJ  Tijuana Rodriguez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 29m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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10:37 pm - 10:36 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-TIJ Tijuana Rodriguez
25h 59m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$559Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tijuana to Chicago flights

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What is the cheapest Tijuana to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Tijuana to Chicago routes. They average around $437 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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Cheapest flight

$432
Round-trip flight from Tijuana to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Tijuana to Chicago

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Your Tijuana to Chicago flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Tijuana to Chicago.

  • How long is a flight from Tijuana to Chicago?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Tijuana to Chicago. Flights with 1 layover take between 9h 22m and 16h 34m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Tijuana 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.

  • Have flight prices from Tijuana 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 $432 to $993. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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
    • Ace
    • Dollar

    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 $28:

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

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

    Flights from Tijuana to Chicago usually depart from Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

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

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

    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Tijuana to Chicago. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $341 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $437, a difference of $96.

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

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

    Flying via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 22m, compared with 11h 59m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 16h 34m via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY).

  • What is the time difference between Tijuana and Chicago?

    Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Tijuana (Central Time vs Pacific 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 Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Tijuana 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average $341, about $96 less than Wednesday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tijuana to Chicago trip for February. Fares historically average $223 round-trip in that month - typically $363 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

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