Cheap Flights from Chicago (CHIA) to Mexico City (MEXA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Mexico City? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $372. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Mexico City.$343 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar, returning Thu, 18 Mar.Return flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $343, select.

Mexico City.$356 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Jan, returning Sun, 24 Jan.Return flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Felipe Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $356, select.

Mexico City.$356 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Sat, 13 Feb.Return flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Felipe Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $356, select.

Mexico City.$356 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Felipe Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $356, select.

Mexico City.$360 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb, returning Sat, 13 Mar.Return flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Felipe Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $360, select.

Mexico City.$368 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $368, select.

Mexico City.$372 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Fri, 28 Aug.Return flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Felipe Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $372, select.

Mexico City.$372 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $372, select.

Mexico City.$372 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $372, select.

Mexico City.$378 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $378, select.

Mexico City.$382 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Mar, returning Sun, 21 Mar.Return flight with Viva.Outbound direct flight with Viva departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound direct flight with Viva departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $382, select.

Mexico City.$382 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Tue, 17 Nov.Return flight with Viva.Outbound direct flight with Viva departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound direct flight with Viva departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $382, select.

Mexico City.$382 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Viva.Outbound direct flight with Viva departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound direct flight with Viva departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $382, select.

Mexico City.$382 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Feb, returning Sun, 14 Feb.Return flight with Viva.Outbound direct flight with Viva departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound direct flight with Viva departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $382, select.

Mexico City.$384 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan, returning Sun, 21 Feb.Return flight with Viva.Outbound direct flight with Viva departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound direct flight with Viva departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.

Mexico City.$385 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $385, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Mexico City

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Chicago to Mexico City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$343
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	5 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airline	Delta
Average flights per week	109

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Mexico City: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Mexico City?

There are 3 airports in Mexico City: Mexico City Juarez International, Felipe Angeles International and Toluca.

How much are return flights from Chicago to Mexico City?

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Mexico City is $343. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Mexico City?

5 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Mexico City.

Which airlines fly direct from Chicago to Mexico City?

Delta, Aeromexico and KLM fly direct from Chicago to Mexico City.

How many flights are there a week from Chicago to Mexico City?

As of July 2026, there are 109 flights per week flying from Chicago to Mexico City.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Mexico City?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Mexico City is usually March.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Mexico City?

If you're flying from Chicago, the cheapest airport near Mexico City is Mexico City Juarez International – which is 6.4 km away from the centre of Mexico City. We've found flights into this airport from $343.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago to Mexico City on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Mexico City on Friday, 12 March 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Chicago to Mexico City?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 8 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Chicago to Mexico City?

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 Mexico City 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Mexico City?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mexico City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Mexico City?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. June is typically the warmest month in Mexico City, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Mexico City with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Mexico City is Viva .

Flying from Chicago to Mexico City: what you need to know

Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Chicago to Mexico City. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) are Mexico City's major gateways.
The average length of a direct Chicago to Mexico City flight is 4 hours 20 minutes.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Chicago.
The most popular route for flights from Chicago to Mexico City is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX). There are 47 services between the two airports every week.
Give yourself enough time to make your Chicago to Mexico City flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Mexico City

Lock in cheap Chicago to Mexico City flights by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for January. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Chicago to Mexico City. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll tell you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from Chicago to Mexico City.
Lock in a cheap Chicago to Mexico City flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Begin your journey at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which offers multiple direct flights from Chicago to Mexico City. From ORD, you can fly seamlessly to Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
These are some of the leading carriers offering direct Chicago to Mexico City plane tickets out of ORD:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Chicago to Mexico City flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
- Cancun Airport (CUN)
- Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Mexico City, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
70% of flights taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)

Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Chicago to Mexico City flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Chicago Midway Airport and Mexico City:
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
- Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
- Cancun Airport (CUN)
You can reach MDW from central Chicago in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to Mexico City:
Chicago Midway Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.

Arriving in Mexico City

Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)

The distance from Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 6 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Mexico City. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Mexico City Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America to explore Mexico City and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Mexico City Juarez International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.

Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)

After your flight from Chicago to Mexico City has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 2 hours on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to NLU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Chicago to Mexico City:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Felipe Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from NLU one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.

Mexico City Atizapan Airport (AZP)

Hop off your flight from Chicago to Mexico City and head for your hotel or start exploring the sights right away. Central Mexico City is about 3 kilometres from Mexico City Atizapan Airport (AZP).
If you're looking for a specific type of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Secure your ride from AZP a few weeks ahead of your flight from Chicago to Mexico City.

Best time to go to Mexico City

March is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Mexico City, while June is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Mexico City based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Chicago to Mexico City ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Mexico City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

More about Mexico City

After booking your flight from Chicago to Mexico City, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, National Museum of Anthropology and Frida Kahlo Museum are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.

Explore more of Mexico

Mexico City is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. About 21 kilometres northeast of Mexico City, a trip to Ecatepec de Morelos will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Mexico, head for Guadalajara, about 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. Guadalajara's Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KAHLO are among its highlights.