Statistics on Chicago-Guatemala (Guatemala City) flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Guatemala (Guatemala City) (from: Chicago)
The average price to go to Guatemala (Guatemala City) from Chicago airport is $ 452 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 329 (in may) and $ 654 (in december), which is a saving of $ 123 or a surplus of $ 202 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $377 to $430 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Guatemala (Guatemala City) before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Chicago-Guatemala (Guatemala City) plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 35446 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Guatemala (Guatemala City) from Chicago and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in may, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 329, saving $ 123 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 452). Conversely, december will be the most expensive ($ 654).
Flight Chicago-Guatemala (Guatemala City): when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 320 | $ 412 | good price |
| February | $ 327 | $ 365 | good price |
| March | $ 367 | $ 464 | fair price |
| April | $ 294 | $ 358 | good price |
| May | $ 284 | $ 329 the cheapest | very good price |
| June | $ 393 | $ 511 | fair price |
| July | $ 456 | $ 585 | high price |
| August | $ 367 | $ 459 | fair price |
| September | $ 290 | $ 369 | good price |
| October | $ 313 | $ 415 | good price |
| November | $ 369 | $ 499 | fair price |
| December | $ 493 | $ 654 the most expensive | very high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Chicago to Guatemala (Guatemala City)
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Chicago to Guatemala (Guatemala City) range from $161 to $914. 2% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $162 to $215), 1% at the maximum price (from $860 to $914). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $377 to $430 (17% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Chicago->Guatemala flight
There are 10 companies that serve Chicago from Guatemala (Guatemala City) airport: Spirit Airlines, United, Copa, Aeromexico (aerm), Frontier Airlines, Omskavia Airlines, Volaris, American Airlines, jetBlue and Avianca (scheduled).
Data analysis:
Of the 35446 flights analyzed in previous years, Spirit Airlines was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (35% of the time) on the Chicago->Guatemala route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the Chicago-Guatemala (Guatemala City) flight, you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 272 compared to a direct flight).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Chicago-Guatemala (Guatemala City) flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $55. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $119.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Guatemala (Guatemala City) to Chicago departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $77. Conversely, departing from Guatemala (Guatemala City) on a saturday may cost you an additional $138.
Top prices Chicago-Guatemala (Guatemala City)
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → Guatemala City | 09-05 to 13-05-2024 | $ 199 | layover flight with Frontier Airlines |
| Chicago → Guatemala City | 14-05 to 21-05-2024 | $ 226 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Guatemala City | 15-05 to 22-05-2024 | $ 226 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Guatemala City | 19-05 to 29-05-2024 | $ 223 | layover flight with Volaris |
| Chicago → Guatemala City | 04-06 to 12-06-2024 | $ 205 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Guatemala City | 05-06 to 12-06-2024 | $ 202 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Guatemala City | 06-06 to 12-06-2024 | $ 223 | layover flight with Volaris |
| Chicago → Guatemala City | 08-06 to 12-06-2024 | $ 221 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Guatemala City | 11-06 to 25-06-2024 | $ 221 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Guatemala City | 10-10 to 14-10-2024 | $ 209 | layover flight with Volaris |
When to book your flight Chicago - Guatemala (Guatemala City) to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 1 to 2 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Chicago-Guatemala flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a friday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Guatemala (Guatemala City), it is recommended to buy it 1 to 2 months before departure (it is then on average 414 $, which is a saving of 38 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (239 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Chicago to Guatemala (Guatemala City) flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 0 to 1 month before departure (average price: 389 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 411), 5 to 6 months ($ 411), 6 to 7 months ($ 408), 7 to 8 months ($ 395), 8 to 9 months ($ 401) |
| February | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 316 $) Other interesting period(s): 6 to 7 months ($ 357), 7 to 8 months ($ 365), 8 to 9 months ($ 363), 9 to 10 months ($ 333) |
| March | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 339 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 447), 1 to 2 months ($ 418), 7 to 8 months ($ 458), 8 to 9 months ($ 431) |
| April | Best time: 0 to 1 month before departure (average price: 333 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 334) |
| May | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 290 $) |
| June | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 466 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 496) |
| July | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 538 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 570), 2 to 3 months ($ 561), 5 to 6 months ($ 582), 6 to 7 months ($ 564) |
| August | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 396 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 457), 2 to 3 months ($ 438), 3 to 4 months ($ 458) |
| September | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 326 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 333), 2 to 3 months ($ 360), 3 to 4 months ($ 352), 4 to 5 months ($ 351), 5 to 6 months ($ 351), 7 to 8 months ($ 354) |
| October | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 311 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 379), 3 to 4 months ($ 366), 4 to 5 months ($ 378), 5 to 6 months ($ 334), 6 to 7 months ($ 360), 7 to 8 months ($ 314), 8 to 9 months ($ 365) |
| November | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 392 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 480), 2 to 3 months ($ 494), 3 to 4 months ($ 454), 4 to 5 months ($ 444), 5 to 6 months ($ 447), 6 to 7 months ($ 411) |
| December | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 567 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 632), 5 to 6 months ($ 644), 7 to 8 months ($ 649) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, friday is the day when plane tickets for Chicago->Guatemala are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a friday, you will save $7. Conversely, by buying it on a tuesday, you may end up paying $11 more.
Chicago to Guatemala (Guatemala City): flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | $ 265 $186 to $348 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2024 | $ 272 $179 to $530 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2024 | $ 473 $249 to $908 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2024 | $ 497 $240 to $861 | high price | Find a flight |
| September 2024 | $ 287 $251 to $331 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2024 | $ 245 $209 to $336 | very good price | Find a flight |
| November 2024 | $ 437 $241 to $964 | very good price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 566 $321 to $731 | very good price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 352 $257 to $541 | very good price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 257 $257 to $257 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 695 $286 to $1133 | very high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, may, june, july, september, october, november, december, january and february are cheaper to travel to Guatemala (Guatemala City). So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!