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Cheap Flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun

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Flight deals from Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cancun.R 1,547 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,547, select.
Cancun.R 1,788 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,788, select.
Cancun.R 1,788 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,788, select.
Cancun.R 1,788 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,788, select.
Cancun.R 1,913 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,913, select.
Cancun.R 2,083 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,083, select.
Cancun.R 2,083 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,083, select.
Cancun.R 2,095 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,095, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from R 1,788
Jul
from R 1,547
Aug
from R 1,788
Sep
from R 1,788
Oct
from R 1,913
Nov
from R 2,138
Dec
from R 2,722
Jan
from R 2,083
Feb
from R 2,095
Mar
from R 2,083
Apr
from R 2,945
May
from R 4,143

Direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun

Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cancun.

Chicago to Cancun: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,541
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time3 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week76

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun is R 3,750. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun.
American Airlines, Emirates and United fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun.
As of June 2025, there are 76 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Cancun is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Cancun Airport on Friday, 27 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 48 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cancun but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cancun is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cancun.

Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Cancun International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.

  • Chicago and Cancun are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.

  • Each week, there are 52 O'Hare International Airport to Cancun International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, select the 06:00 Frontier Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 16:04 with United Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ORD to CUN flight.

  • Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • There's a good range of direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Cancun International Airport to pick from. When organising your Cancun trip, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting part of Mexico:

  • Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.

  • Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates ORD to CUN flights. An impressive 80.49% of its services on this route arrive on time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between ORD and CUN:

    • Nashville International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight is R 1,547. A return ticket right now is R 3,750. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap tickets from ORD to CUN by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ORD to CUN.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from O'Hare International Airport to Cancun International Airport.

Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.

  • 74.85% of flights leaving from O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • To get to O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near ORD:

Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an O'Hare International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:

  • Grab a Cancun International Airport rental car and explore Cancun and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, America and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Cancun International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun

  • Cancun International Airport to central Cancun has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Cancun International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Cancun based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Cancun International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to CUN in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.

Explore more of Mexico

  • You've seen Cancun, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Journey around 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its must-visit sights. From P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA to Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If there's time to check out another major stop in Mexico, head for Campeche, roughly 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Chicago to Cancun

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.