Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cancún (CUN) from $79

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHI — CUN
May 13 — May 201

The best prices from Chicago to Cancun are usually found in January or September, booked 9 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Cancún (CUN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$339

One-way from

$115
High demand for flights, 33% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Cancun
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Cancun

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Cancún?

Wednesday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Chicago to Cancún. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cancún.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Cancún?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 10 days in advance, which can save you up to 5% on flights from Chicago to Cancún compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 10 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $236. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $284.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Cancún?

Flights from Chicago to Cancún lean towards being more expensive in March. Prices are generally better when you fly from Chicago to Cancún in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $154.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Cancún (CHI - CUN)?

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Cancún at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Cancún

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Chicago and Cancún. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights traveling from Chicago to Cancún. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Wed 7/106:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/1710:35 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$181
Wed 7/106:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/1710:35 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$183
Sun 6/25:00 amORD - CUN
1 stop12h 14mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/610:35 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/8$192
Wed 7/106:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/179:10 amCUN - ORD
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$195
Tue 8/206:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/2710:49 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$198
Wed 8/216:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/2710:49 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$200
Mon 5/206:40 pmORD - CUN
1 stop16h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmCUN - ORD
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$202
Sat 6/17:07 pmORD - CUN
1 stop13h 18mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/610:35 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$207
Tue 5/216:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 32mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/2410:49 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$211
  • If you’re traveling from Chicago to Cancún, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Chicago to Cancún flights are typically 50% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $362.10 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $137. When traveling from Chicago to Cancún on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Cancun Airport. When flying from Chicago to Cancún, Spirit Airlines flights are 0% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Frontier flights from Chicago to Cancún

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Chicago and Cancún. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Frontier flights from Chicago to Cancún. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Sun 5/197:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Thu 5/2312:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$184
Tue 5/217:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Thu 5/2312:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$185
Sun 5/197:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Fri 5/2412:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$190
Tue 5/217:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Sat 5/2512:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$193
Mon 7/157:09 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 54mFrontier
Thu 7/1812:18 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$197
Sun 5/197:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Wed 5/2212:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$199
Sat 9/147:09 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 54mFrontier
Tue 9/1712:18 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$203
Mon 5/138:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Sat 5/1812:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$204
Mon 5/207:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Thu 5/2312:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$206
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Chicago to Cancún is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $442.32 RT. This price is typically 42% cheaper than other airlines that offer Chicago to Cancún flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $249. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most common Chicago airport to take off from when flying to Cancún. Cancun Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Cancún. When flying from Chicago to Cancún, Frontier flights are -1% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Chicago to Cancún flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Cancún specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Prices were last updated on May 8, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Cancún in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sun 5/197:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Thu 5/2312:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$184
Mon 5/138:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Fri 5/1712:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$185
Sun 5/197:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Fri 5/2412:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$190
Sun 6/25:00 amORD - CUN
1 stop12h 14mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/610:35 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/8$192
Tue 5/217:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Sat 5/2512:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$193
Wed 5/297:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/610:35 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$198
Tue 5/148:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Sat 5/1812:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$199
Tue 5/148:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/1812:15 pmCUN - ORD
1 stop11h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$201
Mon 5/206:40 pmORD - CUN
1 stop16h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmCUN - ORD
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$202

Chicago to Cancún 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Cancún in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Cancún in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 7/106:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/1710:35 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$181
Wed 7/106:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/1710:35 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$183
Sun 5/197:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Thu 5/2312:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$184
Mon 5/138:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Fri 5/1712:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$185
Sun 5/197:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Fri 5/2412:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$190
Wed 7/106:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1712:18 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$191
Sun 6/25:00 amORD - CUN
1 stop12h 14mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/610:35 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/8$192
Tue 5/217:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Sat 5/2512:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$193
Wed 7/106:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/179:10 amCUN - ORD
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$195

Non-stop flights to Cancún from Chicago

Discover non-stop flight options from Chicago to Cancún. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Chicago to Cancún. Select from other flights from Chicago to Cancún by using the search form above.
Wed 7/106:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/1710:35 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$181
Wed 7/106:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/1710:35 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$183
Sun 5/197:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Thu 5/2312:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$184
Mon 5/138:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Fri 5/1712:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$185
Sun 5/197:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Fri 5/2412:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$190
Wed 7/106:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1712:18 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$191
Tue 5/217:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 57mFrontier
Sat 5/2512:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$193
Mon 7/157:09 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 54mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1710:35 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$196
Mon 7/157:09 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 54mFrontier
Thu 7/1812:18 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$197

Chicago to Cancún flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Chicago to Cancún for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Chicago to Cancún. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Mon 5/138:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Fri 5/1712:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$185
Tue 5/148:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Sat 5/1812:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$199
Tue 5/148:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/1812:15 pmCUN - ORD
1 stop11h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$201
Mon 5/138:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Sat 5/1812:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$204
Mon 5/138:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Sat 5/1812:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$206
Tue 5/148:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Sat 5/181:36 pmCUN - ORD
1 stop10h 30mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$207
Tue 5/148:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/1810:49 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$208
Sat 5/186:40 pmORD - CUN
1 stop16h 40mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/2310:49 amCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$211
Wed 5/156:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 32mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2412:12 pmCUN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$213

One-way flights to Cancún from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Cancún. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Chicago to Cancún. Users can also find round-trip Chicago to Cancún flights by using the search form above.
Tue 7/236:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$79
Tue 5/148:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$80
Tue 5/148:12 amORD - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$81
Tue 6/186:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$87
Mon 6/310:58 amORD - CUN
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$88
Wed 5/1510:58 amORD - CUN
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$89
Tue 5/147:00 amMDW - CUN
1 stop9h 06mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$93
Sat 5/189:08 pmMDW - CUN
1 stop11h 39mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$94
Tue 5/146:00 amORD - CUN
Nonstop3h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$94

Find flights from Chicago to Cancún within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Cancún that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$181 - $390

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlCancun

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/10

Nonstop3h 31m

Cancun

Wed 7/17

Nonstop4h 12m

$181

Chicago O'Hare IntlCancun

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/10

Nonstop3h 31m

Cancun

Wed 7/17

Nonstop4h 12m

$183

Chicago O'Hare IntlCancun

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/19

Nonstop3h 57m

Cancun

Thu 5/23

Nonstop4h 08m

$184

Chicago O'Hare IntlCancun

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/21

Nonstop3h 57m

Cancun

Thu 5/23

Nonstop4h 08m

$185

Chicago O'Hare IntlCancun

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/19

Nonstop3h 57m

Cancun

Fri 5/24

Nonstop4h 08m

$190

Chicago O'Hare IntlCancun

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/10

Nonstop3h 31m

Cancun

Wed 7/17

Nonstop4h 03m

$191

Chicago O'Hare IntlCancun

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/2

1 stop12h 14m

Cancun

Thu 6/6

Nonstop4h 12m

$192

Chicago O'Hare IntlCancun

ORD - CUN

ORDCUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/15

Nonstop3h 54m

Cancun

Wed 7/17

Nonstop4h 12m

$196

Chicago MidwayCancun

MDW - CUN

MDWCUN

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/22

1 stop6h 48m

Cancun

Tue 10/29

2 stops14h 47m

$390

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/7

When is the best time to book a flight from Chicago to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Cancún. Price data was last updated on May 3, 2024.
Booking 9 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Cancún. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Cancún. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Cancún flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cancún by month

Plan your trip from Chicago to Cancún by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chicago to Cancún is currently $87 while a round-trip flight costs $210. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cancún (average of $339). Flying from Chicago to Cancún in June is currently the most expensive (average of $427). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$339

February

$371

March

$425

April

$414

May

$391

June

$427

July

$407

August

$387

September

$349

October

$397

November

$392

December

$389

Temperature and rainfall in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CUN

Temperature

75.2 - 86 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cancún. Reviews last updated May 8, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines, Frontier and Delta from Chicago to Cancún by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.6
Good
2,565 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.5
Good
3,830 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
11,043 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.3
Good
14,677 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How busy are the airports in Chicago and Cancun?

    To fly to Cancun from Chicago, you can choose to board your flight at either Midway International Airport (MDW) or O’Hare International Airport (ORD). If you choose to take off to Cancun from Midway International Airport, you need not worry about encountering so many people as this airport isn’t always busy. If, however, you choose to board a flight to Cancun from Chicago at O’Hare International Airport, you can count on meeting loads of people, as this airport is one of the busiest airports in the country. At either, you can count on being assisted anytime you’re in need, as both these airports have superb airport officials. In Cancun, you’ll land at the popular Cancun International Airport (CUN). Situated nearby the heart of Cancun, this airport prides itself on processing travelers as quickly as possible. Once you land at this airport, you need not worry about being kept waiting for long as at this airport, you’ll be cleared for entry in a matter of two to three minutes.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Chicago to Cancun?

    Several airlines offer direct flights to Cancun from Chicago. Thus, if you want to fly nonstop to Cancun from Chicago, you need not worry about lacking an airline to travel with. The air travel companies that offer these nonstop flights include Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. Aboard a Spirit Airlines non-stop flight, you’ll reach Cancun after three hours and 30 minutes, while onboard a Southwest Airlines non-stop flight, you’ll reach Cancun after three hours and 40 minutes. If none of these two airlines have convenient flights for you, and you choose to board an American Airlines non-stop flight, you’ll land after three hours and 35 minutes.

  • What are the stopover options between Chicago to Cancun?

    The stopover options between Chicago and Cancun are quite numerous. Of these many stopover options, Charlotte, Dallas, and Atlanta are the most popular. If you board a flight with a stopover in Charlotte, you’ll land at Charlotte’s exclusive Charlotte Douglas International Airport, whereas if you choose a flight with a stopover in Atlanta, you’ll land at Hartsfield Jackson International Airport. If none of these stopover options appeal to you, and you board a flight with a stopover in Dallas, you’ll land at the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. At any of these airports, you’ll have a good rest, tasty meals, and a fun shopping experience, as they’ve all got comfy lounges, world-class restaurants, and well-stocked shops.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Chicago to Cancun?

    If you’d like to fly to Cancun from Chicago, there are several documents you can use to pass airport security. If you’re Mexican, you can use your national ID to pass airport security, while if you’re an American or Canadian, you only need to present your passport and correctly filled entry forms to be allowed entry into the country once you land. If you’re not from any of the mentioned countries, you must have a visa to be granted entry. Mexican authorities are renowned for being strict enforcers of the law. Thus, to avoid any issues with them, when flying to Cancun from Chicago, you should have the required documents in order.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cancún from Chicago?

    Cancun (CUN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Cancún. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cancun from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 10 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 15 airlines have flights to the Cancún airport from Chicago. It is only a 8.9 mi journey from Cancun (CUN) to Cancún’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Cancún for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Cancún for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $181, but on average you can expect to pay $195.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Cancún for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to Cancún under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Cancún is less than $198.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Cancún for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Cancún within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Cancún round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Cancún is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $181 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Frontier, starting at $184. These flights start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Cancún one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $79. Users have also found prices from $80 and $115 on Frontier and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Cancún?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Cancún?

    Consider American Airlines (84%), Frontier (84%) or Southwest (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Cancún.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cancún?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Cancún? While on average our users pay $625, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $79. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cancun), is priced around $198.

  • What does ORD to CUN mean?

    ORD and CUN are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. ORD to CUN refers to a flight route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cancun Airport. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Cancún?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?

    Most Dallas visitors opt to spend their time experiencing American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Dallas World Aquarium. American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Dallas World Aquarium are located about 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 15.5 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers can book a car rental at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $57 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Mexico City?

    Most Mexico City visitors opt to spend their time at El Ángel de la Independencia, Plaza de la Constitucion, and Basílica de Santa María de Guadalupe. Travelers on a layover in Mexico City can visit El Ángel de la Independencia, Plaza de la Constitucion, and Basílica de Santa María de Guadalupe, by traveling 6.3 mi, 4.0 mi, and 4.5 mi, respectively after landing at Mexico City Benito Juarez. Those on a layover in Mexico City in need of a rental car can book one at Mexico City Benito Juarez for about $24.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Cancún flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Cancún that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Cancún flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Cancún with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Cancún flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Cancún?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Cancún by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Cancún that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Cancún offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Cancún?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Cancún flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to Cancún flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Cancún flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/8.

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines from Chicago to Cancun?

    Plenty of airlines offer flights to Cancun from Chicago. Of these airlines, Air Canada, JetBlue Airlines, and Delta Airlines are the most eco-friendly. To reduce its carbon footprint, Air Canada has made many eco-friendly decisions. These decisions include investing in sustainable aviation fuel research and purchasing several energy-saving aircraft. Delta Airlines has also made several eco-friendly decisions. They include cutting down its use of single-use plastics, increasing its use of recyclable products, and reducing its emissions through carbon offsets. JetBlue Airlines, just like Air Canada and Delta Airlines, has also taken several steps to minimize its carbon footprint. Some of the steps it has taken include partnering with sustainable aviation fuel companies such as World Energy and World Fuel and reducing its operational waste.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from Chicago to Cancun?

    There are many ways you can fly sustainably to Cancun from Chicago. The said ways include flying during the day, packing light luggage, and traveling on board a direct flight. If you travel during the day, you'll achieve your goal of traveling sustainably because flights during the night often lead to the founding of clouds that hinder radiation produced by the earth from escaping. If you pack light luggage, you'll also achieve your goal of traveling sustainably because flights with light luggage usually combust less fuel than flights with heavy luggage. You'll achieve sustainable travel by traveling on board a direct flight because direct flights normally consume less fuel and emit fewer carbon gases than flights with stopovers. Everyone has the moral responsibility of protecting the environment. By practicing the tips mentioned above, it's fair to say that you'll be travelling responsibly.

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