Flying from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Cancun International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 4 hours.
Cancun and Chicago share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from CUN to ORD start from 07:15 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 19:41 with United Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 52 weekly Cancun International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your CUN to ORD flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
A good range of airlines offer direct flights from Cancun International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Fly nonstop to Chicago with one of these carriers and get to know this exciting part of United States:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
Frontier Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering CUN to ORD flights. An exceptional 81.36% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cancun International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CUN and ORD:
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
General Mitchell International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
102 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cancun International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 155 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from CUN to ORD by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cancun International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CUN to ORD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cancun International Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Of the flights that depart from Cancun International Airport, 72.87% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Cancun International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Cancun. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Cancun International Airport to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near CUN:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're getting in on a late Cancun International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
Hit the road running by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
O'Hare International Airport to central Chicago has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Cancun International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Chicago. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Cancun International Airport to O'Hare International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CUN to ORD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are key reasons to visit.