Direct (nonstop) flights from Chicago to Mexico City

1 airline flys nonstop from Chicago O Hare International (ORD) to Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). It's 1,663 miles (2,677 km), about 4h 10m in the air. Operated by VivaAerobus.

ORD
Chicago O Hare International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
NLU
Felipe Angeles International Airport
🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,663 mi
2,677 km
CO₂/pax
281 kg
−55 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
VivaAerobus
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by VivaAerobus VivaAerobus

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

VivaAerobus VB VivaAerobus
Route
ORD → NLU
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,663 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chicago to Mexico City with one stop · direct emits 281 kg CO₂ per passenger

ORD BJX (Leon/Guanajuato) NLU
Leg 1: 4h 1m (1,648 mi) Leg 2: 55m (181 mi) Total: ~4h 56m 🍃 336 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → BJX
4h 1m · 1,648 mi
View ORD to BJX flights →
Leg 2
BJX → NLU
55m · 181 mi
View BJX to NLU flights →
ORD MTY (Monterrey) NLU
Leg 1: 3h 40m (1,315 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (420 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → MTY
3h 40m · 1,315 mi
View ORD to MTY flights →
Leg 2
MTY → NLU
1h 30m · 420 mi
View MTY to NLU flights →
ORD IAH (Houston) NLU
Leg 1: 3h 1m (925 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (741 mi) Total: ~5h 21m 🍃 333 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → IAH
3h 1m · 925 mi
View ORD to IAH flights →
Leg 2
IAH → NLU
2h 20m · 741 mi
View IAH to NLU flights →
ORD MLM (Morelia) NLU
Leg 1: 4h 13m (1,708 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (130 mi) Total: ~5h 23m 🍃 338 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → MLM
4h 13m · 1,708 mi
View ORD to MLM flights →
Leg 2
MLM → NLU
1h 10m · 130 mi
View MLM to NLU flights →
ORD GDL (Guadalajara) NLU
Leg 1: 4h 25m (1,730 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (283 mi) Total: ~5h 40m 🍃 369 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → GDL
4h 25m · 1,730 mi
View ORD to GDL flights →
Leg 2
GDL → NLU
1h 15m · 283 mi
View GDL to NLU flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chicago to Mexico City?

A nonstop flight from Chicago (ORD) to Mexico City (NLU) takes approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,663 miles (2,677 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Mexico City?

Just VivaAerobus.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chicago to Mexico City?

Yes. 1 airline: VivaAerobus.

How far is Chicago from Mexico City?

The flight distance from Chicago to Mexico City is 1,663 miles (2,677 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Mexico City?

Mexico City is 1 hour behind Chicago. (America/Chicago vs America/Mexico_City.)

What type of aircraft flies from Chicago to Mexico City?

At 4h 10m, 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 Mexico City?

Roughly 281 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,405 km.

Is the return flight from Mexico City to Chicago also nonstop?

Check the NLU to ORD route page for return options.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Mexico City?

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.