International route
Cheap flights from Mexico City to Chicago
Mexico City International Airport (MEX) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). 1,689 miles, 3h 50m nonstop.
MEX to ORD at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 1,689 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 3h 50mnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- AAUAASNK9 airlinesAmerican, United, Alaska
- Nonstop flights per day
- 18all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- January 2027over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Tuesday18% less than Sunday
- Time difference
- 1h aheadChicago vs Mexico City
Mexico City to Chicago
Round trips from $129
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Tue, Jan 26.
Cheapest month: January 2027
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Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.
Airlines flying Mexico City to Chicago
9 airlines fly nonstop with 18 departures a day combined, plus 7 more with one stop.
- AMAeroméxicoSkyTeamNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- UAUnited AirlinesStar AllianceNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- VBVivaLow-costNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $45
- Y4VolarisLow-costNonstop · 2 flights a day · first checked bag from $45
- ASAlaska AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- G4Allegiant AirLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $50
- F9Frontier AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $55
- NKSpirit AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $55
- ACAir CanadaStar AllianceConnecting via YYZ · first checked bag from $35
- MXBreeze AirwaysLow-costConnecting via CHS, TPA, RDU, ORF · first checked bag from $45
- DLDelta Air LinesSkyTeamConnecting via ATL, MSP, DTW · first checked bag from $35
- B6JetBlueConnecting via FLL, MCO · first checked bag from $40
- WNSouthwest AirlinesLow-costConnecting via DAL, HOU, BWI, DEN, PHX, MCO, ATL, BNA, STL, AUS · first checked bag from $35
- SYSun Country AirlinesLow-costConnecting via MSP · first checked bag from $45
- WSWestJetConnecting via YYZ · first checked bag from $35
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- Atlanta (ATL)DLWN2 airlines
- Minneapolis (MSP)DLSY2 airlines
- Orlando (MCO)WNB62 airlines
- Toronto (YYZ)ACWS2 airlines
- Detroit (DTW)DL1 airline
Which airport should I use?
Mexico CityChicago has 2 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.
Other arrival airports near Chicago
Tips for this route
- American, United, Alaska and Spirit all fly MEX to ORD nonstop, so compare the total with bags before picking the lowest base fare: the difference between a basic and a standard economy ticket is often less than one checked bag each way.
- January 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $129; September 2026 is the most expensive at $180 and up, a difference of $51 per traveler.
- Departing on a Tuesday averages 18% less than a Sunday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
- Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays.
Destination guide
Chicago: Big-shoulders architecture and a lakefront for everyone
Chicago is America's most connected inland hub — O'Hare and Midway between them have nonstops from nearly every US city — so fares are consistently reasonable. The lakefront, the architecture and the food make it a strong long weekend.
Best time to visit: June–September is warm, with festivals almost every weekend (and the highest hotel rates). May and October are cool and cheaper; winter is cold but hotels are a bargain.
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Search Mexico City to ChicagoMexico City to Chicago: common questions
How long is the flight from Mexico City to Chicago?
A nonstop flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Chicago (ORD) takes about 3h 50m gate to gate, covering 1,689 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from MEX to ORD?
American Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Allegiant Air, Aeroméxico, Viva and Volaris operate nonstop flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Chicago (ORD), with 18 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through ATL, MSP and MCO.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Chicago?
Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Mexico City (MEX) to Chicago (ORD), starting at $129 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book Mexico City to Chicago flights?
Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.
What is the time difference between Mexico City and Chicago?
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City. MEX is on America/Mexico City time and ORD on America/Chicago time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.
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