Direct (nonstop) flights from Chicago to Leon/Guanajuato

1 airline flys nonstop from Chicago O Hare International (ORD) to Guanajuato (BJX). It's 1,648 miles (2,652 km), about 4h 1m in the air. Operated by Volaris.

ORD
Chicago O Hare International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
BJX
Guanajuato
🇲🇽 Leon/Guanajuato, Mexico
Flight Time
4h 1m
Distance
1,648 mi
2,652 km
CO₂/pax
278 kg
−37 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Volaris
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
ORD → BJX
Flight Time
4h 1m
Distance
1,648 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chicago to Leon/Guanajuato with one stop · direct emits 278 kg CO₂ per passenger

ORD SAT (San Antonio) BJX
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,042 mi) Leg 2: 1h 41m (616 mi) Total: ~4h 51m 🍃 315 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → SAT
3h 10m · 1,042 mi
View ORD to SAT flights →
Leg 2
SAT → BJX
1h 41m · 616 mi
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ORD MTY (Monterrey) BJX
Leg 1: 3h 40m (1,315 mi) Leg 2: 1h 11m (340 mi) Total: ~4h 51m 🍃 310 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → MTY
3h 40m · 1,315 mi
View ORD to MTY flights →
Leg 2
MTY → BJX
1h 11m · 340 mi
View MTY to BJX flights →
ORD NLU (Mexico City) BJX
Leg 1: 4h 10m (1,663 mi) Leg 2: 1h (181 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 339 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → NLU
4h 10m · 1,663 mi
View ORD to NLU flights →
Leg 2
NLU → BJX
1h · 181 mi
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ORD DFW (Dallas) BJX
Leg 1: 2h 41m (802 mi) Leg 2: 2h 31m (864 mi) Total: ~5h 12m 🍃 333 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → DFW
2h 41m · 802 mi
View ORD to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → BJX
2h 31m · 864 mi
View DFW to BJX flights →
ORD IAH (Houston) BJX
Leg 1: 3h 1m (925 mi) Leg 2: 2h 18m (728 mi) Total: ~5h 19m 🍃 331 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → IAH
3h 1m · 925 mi
View ORD to IAH flights →
Leg 2
IAH → BJX
2h 18m · 728 mi
View IAH to BJX flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chicago to Leon/Guanajuato?

A nonstop flight from Chicago (ORD) to Leon/Guanajuato (BJX) takes approximately 4 hours and 1 minutes. The distance is 1,648 miles (2,652 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Leon/Guanajuato?

Just Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chicago to Leon/Guanajuato?

Yes. 1 airline: Volaris.

How far is Chicago from Leon/Guanajuato?

The flight distance from Chicago to Leon/Guanajuato is 1,648 miles (2,652 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Leon/Guanajuato?

Leon/Guanajuato is 1 hour behind Chicago. (America/Chicago vs America/Mexico_City.)

What type of aircraft flies from Chicago to Leon/Guanajuato?

At 4h 1m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from USA to Mexico?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Mexico embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chicago to Leon/Guanajuato?

Roughly 278 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,390 km.

Is the return flight from Leon/Guanajuato to Chicago also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Leon/Guanajuato?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Chicago O Hare International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.