$126 Cheap Flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Chicago (ORD)

View $126 flight on Thu, Nov 27, 2025Opens in a new window

  • Plan, book, fly with confidence

  • trending down icon
    Be in the know
    Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise*
  • bex rewards loyalty icon
    Book smarter
    Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight*
  • one key icon
    Earn twice
    Earn your airline miles on top of our OneKeyCash
    Learn about One Key
Find available prices by choosing your travel dates.

Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Chicago (MEX-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $126 for one-way flights and $279 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Viva Aerobus
Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
NLU
Mexico City
ORD
Chicago
$279 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Viva Aerobus flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Mexico City to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $279 found 4 days ago
Viva Aerobus
Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
NLU
Mexico City
ORD
Chicago
$288 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$288
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Viva Aerobus flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Mexico City to Chicago, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $288 found 3 days ago
Volaris
Sat, Jun 7 - Wed, Jul 9
MEX
Mexico City
ORD
Chicago
$293 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$293
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Sat, Jun 7 from Mexico City to Chicago, returning Wed, Jul 9, priced at $293 found 1 day ago
Delta
Thu, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 25
MEX
Mexico City
ORD
Chicago
$295 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Mexico City to Chicago, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $295 found 1 hour ago
United
Fri, Aug 29 - Mon, Sep 1
MEX
Mexico City
ORD
Chicago
$297 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Mexico City to Chicago, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $297 found 4 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 25
MEX
Mexico City
ORD
Chicago
$297 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Mexico City to Chicago, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $297 found 1 hour ago
Aeromexico
Thu, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 25
MEX
Mexico City
ORD
Chicago
$297 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Mexico City to Chicago, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $297 found 1 hour ago
Aeromexico
Tue, Jun 3 - Tue, Jul 15
MEX
Mexico City
ORD
Chicago
$300 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$300
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from Mexico City to Chicago, returning Tue, Jul 15, priced at $300 found 1 hour ago
Volaris
Thu, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 20
MEX
Mexico City
ORD
Chicago
$300 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$300
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Mexico City to Chicago, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $300 found 2 days ago
Viva Aerobus
Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Jan 6
NLU
Mexico City
ORD
Chicago
$302 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$302
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Viva Aerobus flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Mexico City to Chicago, returning Tue, Jan 6, priced at $302 found 1 day ago
Flights from Santa Lucía (NLU) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Felipe Ángeles Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, United, Viva Aerobus, Volaris
Roundtrip price
$278
Distance
1668 mi

Mexico City to Chicago Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Mexico City to Chicago

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Mexico City to Chicago are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Chicago with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Mexico City to Chicago: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Mexico City to Chicago

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $126 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Mexico City to Chicago flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Mexico City to Chicago airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

*Terms apply.

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) start from $293. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Volaris and United flight leaving MEX on May 10 2025 and touching down at ORD. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MEX to ORD?
The cheapest flights from MEX to ORD are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Fly straight to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). 4 airlines offer direct routes from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX), including:

  • Aeromexico
  • United Airlines
  • Volaris

What is the cheapest airline that flies from MEX to ORD?
Jet off from MEX to ORD with Aeromexico. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way fare on this route, starting from $163. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MEX on July 3 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Daily, an average of 6 direct flights take off from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Choose the departure that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The 8 AM departures from MEX to ORD are typically the busiest. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you’re hoping to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MEX to ORD?
Depart on a Friday if you’re looking for the biggest selection of flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the earliest flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)’s first flight to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) takes off at approximately 12:40AM UTC-6. With a flight time of 3h 57m, you’ll land at around 4:37AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
It usually takes 4 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 1,700 mi from MEX to ORD.
What airline has the least delays from MEX to ORD?
With 90% of flights typically arriving on schedule, Aeromexico has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
To reach O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on time, choose a flight that leaves from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Chicago from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
Browse your flight options from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). This is the only Chicago airport you can touch down at if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book your flight from MEX to ORD generally means paying more. While it’s possible to find some last-minute discounts, they aren’t always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open to boost your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a MEX to ORD flight and hotel package?
You’ll typically save money by securing a MEX to ORD flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s simple to manage everything in one convenient place. After choosing your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras like activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
In most cases, you’re able to reschedule or cancel your MEX to ORD flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and policies on flight changes, or if you need more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

*Available to One Key members.