Cheap flights from Chicago to Cancún

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Flight information for Chicago to Cancún to help you plan your next trip.
Cheapest round-trip flight
$184
Frontier Nonstop 4 hr Sep 7 — Sep 13
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Cancún is currently $184
Cheapest one-way flight
$80
Frontier Nonstop 4 hr Aug 23
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Cancún is currently $80
Fastest flight
3 hr 31 min
The fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Cancún takes 3 hr 31 min
Nonstop flights
Every day
There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Cancún is typically December. The most expensive one is typically June.
December
Cheapest
Typical prices: $155–350
June
Most expensive
Typical prices: $285–415

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago 26 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago 22 min 9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee 1 hr 23 min 75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis 2 hr 56 min 165 mi

Popular airports near Cancún

  • Cancún International Airport (CUN)
    Cancún 26 min 9 mi
  • Aeropuerto Internacional de Tulum Felipe Carrillo Puerto (TQO)
    Tulum 2 hr 28 min 86 mi
  • Cozumel International Airport (CZM)
    Cozumel 2 hr 29 min 44 mi
  • Mérida International Airport (MID)
    Merida 3 hr 42 min 181 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Cancún

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Cancún?
3 hr 31 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Cancún.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Cancún?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in December. Typical prices range from $155 to $350.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cancún?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Chicago to Cancún was with Frontier from $184. The best one-way deal was with Frontier from $80.
When are direct flights from Chicago to Cancún available?
There are direct flights from Chicago to Cancún on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Cancún?
Southwest, American, United, Frontier and Spirit fly direct from Chicago to Cancún.
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cancún?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Cancún starts at $184 from Sat, Sep 7 to Fri, Sep 13. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $80 and departs on Fri, Aug 23.
When should you visit Cancún?
Peak season is winter (Dec–Apr), becoming busiest during U.S. university students’ spring break (Mar–Apr, dates vary). Summer (Jun–Aug) is very hot and humid. Fall (Sep–Nov) is warm, with a chance of hurricanes. Visits from mid-Jun–late Aug offer the opportunity to snorkel with giant whale sharks off the coast of Isla Holbox, while sea turtle nesting season is Jun–Aug. Key events and holidays include Cinco de Mayo (May 5) and the Cancún Jazz Festival (Sep).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Chicago to Cancún
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Cancún.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.

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