How to find cheap flights from Chicago to Colombia
Book a return flight from Chicago to Colombia from C$501, the cheapest price currently available.
You'll be travelling from Chicago into Cartagena in Cartagena with that fare.
For one-way travel, the lowest price right now is C$204.
Not sure where to fly into yet? Enter 'Colombia' in the 'To' field to compare fares to different cities.
Colombia has around ten international airports, so you'll have no shortage of arrival options.
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Best time to fly from Chicago to Colombia
If you're all about saving, January is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Chicago to Colombia.
Flying midweek can often work out better for your budget. Fares are generally cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays compared to the rest of the week.
January, November and December are the busiest months to travel to Colombia. December leads the way, making it an ideal time to visit if you want to see the place buzzing.
Alternatively, avoid the peak season rush by searching for flights in March, April and May. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.
Flights from Chicago to Colombia: what to expect
Choose from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) when planning your departure from Chicago.
From Chicago, you can fly nonstop to at least one airport in Colombia.
Roughly six direct flights operate each week between Chicago and destinations around Colombia.
Avianca is the top airline flying this route.
Bogota is one of the most popular routes from Chicago to Colombia.
Across all routes, the average journey takes around 6 hours 10 minutes.
Popular places to visit in Colombia
Bogota
Located in Cundinamarca Department, this city is a popular destination for Chicago to Colombia flights. Teatro Colon Bogota, Gold Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota are must-sees for first-time visitors.
Flying into Bogota usually means you'll be landing at Bogota Airport (BOG).
When it's time to choose your base, explore the selection of hotels in Bogota.
Medellin
Work your way through this Antioquia department city's biggest highlights including Palacio de Bellas Artes, Museo comuna 13 and Laguna de Guatape.
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) and Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) are the main ways to fly in.
With your airfare locked in, you can begin searching for the right stay among the hotels in Medellin.
Cali
Well-known sights to explore while you're in this part of Valle del Cauca Department include Cristo Rey, Parque Simón Bolívar and San Felipe Lodge. Birding & Wellness RN.
Cali Airport (CLO) is the main airport for flights into the city.
From short stays to longer trips, hotels in Cali cater to all types of budgets and styles.
Visiting Colombia for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so check well in advance. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or any other documents you may need.
The population of Colombia is roughly 53 million. Bogotá is the capital.
The same time is used throughout this destination, with one standard time zone operating on UTC-5.
The weather can influence everything from packing to sightseeing, so choose your season wisely. February is Colombia's warmest month.
Conditions are often coolest around July.
Rainy days are more common in May, while January tends to be drier.
Want to line up your Chicago to Colombia flight with something big? Well-known events worth planning around include Barranquilla Carnival, the Festival of the Flowers and the Cali Fair.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Locked in that cheap flight from Chicago to Colombia? Now decide where you'll rest your head and how you'll get around. Explore the range of hotels in Colombia and filter your search by location, price range and more. Also browse car rental options in Colombia and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.