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November 7 - November 14

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

ORD - Mexico City

$416

$250

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November 12 - November 14

Best

ORD - Mexico City

$422

$254

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November 13 - November 14

Best

ORD - Mexico City

$422

$255

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November 7 - November 15

Earliest

ORD - Mexico City

$414

$257

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November 9 - November 14

ORD - Mexico City

$412

$258

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November 7 - November 16

Earliest

ORD - Mexico City

$414

$261

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November 12 - November 15

ORD - Mexico City

$422

$262

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November 13 - November 15

ORD - Mexico City

$422

$262

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November 10 - November 14

ORD - Mexico City

$422

$264

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November 7 - November 18

Earliest

ORD - Mexico City

$400

$265

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Insights for flights from Chicago to Mexico City

Flights from Chicago to Mexico City cover a distance of 2,719 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chicago to Mexico City, fares right now are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $299–$593, with a median of $431. Currently, about 36% of recent fares are considered a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Mexico City, April stands out with a median fare of $181. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $201. Even December presents a relatively lower median of $322 compared to the overall typical range.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 32.2% of recent fares being direct flights from Chicago to Mexico City. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Chicago to Mexico City takes approximately 14h 55m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Mexico City

Regular price: $367 - $876

Prices for flights from Chicago to Mexico City are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Mexico City is typically between $367 and $876. The current lowest deal is $250 with Aeroenlaces Nacionales, for travel from Nov 7-Nov 14.

now $250

Low $367

High $876

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Mexico City

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Mexico City is April, with a median price of $181. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $652. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $181

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $652

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Direct flights from Chicago to Mexico City

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Mexico City

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Mexico City

Chicago (MDW) - Mexico City (MEX)

Volaris

$654

$350

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Mexico City

Chicago (ORD) - Mexico City (MEX)

Volaris

$577

$300

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Mexico City

Chicago (ORD) - Mexico City (MEX)

Volaris

$634

$334

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Mexico City

Chicago (ORD) - Mexico City (MEX)

Volaris

$556

$296

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Mexico City

Chicago (ORD) - Mexico City (MEX)

Volaris

$578

$299

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Mexico City

Chicago (ORD) - Mexico City (MEX)

Volaris

$586

$304

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Mexico City

4 nights

Jul 13 - Jul 17

$635 → $324

49%

3 nights

Jul 17 - Jul 20

$634 → $324

49%

2 nights

Jul 16 - Jul 18

$632 → $323

49%

2 nights

Jul 18 - Jul 20

$627 → $320

49%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Mexico City

Chicago - Mexico City route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares for Chicago to Mexico City are below the typical level, with deals around $250.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Mexico City, with a median price of $181.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 14h 55m.

Flights from Chicago to Mexico City typically take 14h 55m, with 2 stopovers on connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Aeroenlaces Nacionales offers direct flights.

Aeroenlaces Nacionales offers direct flights from Chicago to Mexico City, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aeroenlaces Nacionales has direct flights.

Aeroenlaces Nacionales offers direct flights from Chicago to Mexico City, providing a convenient option.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking during March to December.

For better prices, consider booking flights from Chicago to Mexico City during March to December.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

Departing from O'Hare International offers a potentially cheaper option for flights to Mexico City.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$249

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International provides another departure point for your journey to Mexico City.

📍 ~15 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$399

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Consider Chicago Rockford International for an alternative departure airport to Mexico City.

📍 ~110 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$490

Mexico City main airports to arrive at

Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)

Cheapest

Felipe Ángeles International Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from Chicago to Mexico City.

📍 ~50 km from Mexico City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$250

Mexico City International (MEX)

Mexico City International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Chicago to Mexico City.

📍 ~10 km from Mexico City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$275

Airports nearby Mexico City used as alternative

Toluca International (TLC)

Toluca International is a useful alternative, specifically designed to handle overflow from Mexico City International.

📍 ~45 km from Mexico City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$274

Puebla International (PBC)

Puebla International is a reliable alternative for domestic flights and select US routes, especially for eastern Mexico City.

📍 ~95 km from Mexico City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$303

Querétaro International (QRO)

Cheapest

Querétaro International offers modern infrastructure and strong connectivity to major US hubs.

📍 ~185 km from Mexico City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$261

Del Bajío International (BJX)

Del Bajío International provides an extensive network of domestic and international flights, particularly to the US.

📍 ~305 km from Mexico City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$309

Morelia International (MLM)

Morelia International is a viable alternative for those located in the western suburbs of Mexico City.

📍 ~200 km from Mexico City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$314

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mexico City

68% AI deal score

$1,070

From ORD

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Oct 25

Mexico City, Mexico

68% AI deal score

$1,070

From ORD

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Oct 25

Mexico City, Mexico

66% AI deal score

$1,175

From ORD

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Oct 25

Mexico City, Mexico

48% AI deal score

$1,403

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mexico City

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Chicago to Mexico City is within 0-6 days of departure, where the average price was $273. Prices tend to be higher further out, with tickets booked 60+ days in advance averaging around $539. Even 28-59 days out, the average price was $526. Across the trailing quarter, prices for tickets bought 14-27 days before departure averaged $283.

A good price for a flight from Chicago to Mexico City is typically considered to be $299 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed across the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route during that period was $431, while prices in the upper quartile reached $593 or more.

Historically, April is the best month to fly from Chicago to Mexico City, with a median price of $181. March also offers favorable prices, with a median of $201. The annual median price for this route is $431, making April and March significantly cheaper. December, with a median price of $322, is typically the most expensive month for this route.

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