How to travel from Chicago to Mexico City

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Travel Information from Chicago to Mexico City

distanceDistance1685 miles (2718 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus, flight or train
priceTicket price range$2 - $675
fastestFastest modeFlight • $675 (€598) • 4 h 7 min
carriersPopular travel companiesAeromexico

Take a bus, flight or train to travel 1685 miles (2718 km) to Mexico City from Chicago. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Aeromexico among others. Travelers can even take a direct from Chicago to Mexico City.

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FAQs

Travel between Chicago, USA and Mexico City, Mexico is: Unrestricted.

Can travelers from USA enter Mexico?

International entry is allowed at this time for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of United States.

Are there rules for self-quarantine when arriving to Mexico City from Chicago?

Conditions of entry into Mexico:

  • There are no current restrictions

Are there COVID-19 safety rules for social distancing and wearing face masks in Mexico City, Mexico?

To reduce the spread of COVID-19, the government of Mexico has imposed the following measures:

  • Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
  • Face mask requirement: Recommended

This information was last checked on 3/29/23. As this information can change due to the nature of the pandemic, make sure to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your journey from Chicago to Mexico City.

The current restriction level for returning to Chicago, USA from Mexico is: Conditional.

Am I allowed to reenter Chicago, USA from Mexico City, Mexico?

Reentering USA is currently allowed for: Entry is conditional for citizens and permanent residents of Mexico

Do I need to self-quarantine when I arrive back to Chicago from Mexico City?

  • Entry is allowed only for fully vaccinated travellers
  • Vaccinated travellers are recommended to get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel; self-monitor for COVID-19 symptoms; isolate and get tested if symptoms develop
  • Unvaccinated travellers are recommended to quarantine for a minimum of 5 days; take a COVID-19 test 3 days after arriving. If test is positive arrivals need to self-isolate until fully recovered
  • Travel Declaration required prior to arrival

Which rules do I need to follow in Chicago, USA regarding COVID-19?

All travelers returning to USA must observe the following safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the country:

  • Physical distance: 2 metre (s) (7 feet)
  • Face masks: Recommended

The information above was last checked on 3/29/23. We do our best to keep this information up-to-date, but regulations can change due to the nature of the coronavirus pandemic, so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your trip back to Chicago from Mexico City here.

You can travel from Chicago to Mexico City 3 different ways: bus, flight or train.

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Mexico City is by taking a bus. You can find average ticket prices around $2 (€2) compared to other travel options to Mexico City:

A bus is generally $673 (€596) less than a flight for the same route. Taking a flight costs on average $675 (€598) from Chicago to Mexico City.

Taking a bus is usually $1 (€1) less than taking a train to Mexico City, which costs on average $2 (€2) for the same trip.

The Chicago to Mexico City distance is around 1685 miles (2718 km).

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Chicago to Mexico City:

    If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Chicago to Mexico City, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

    • Travel with Aeromexico for flights to Mexico City. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Aeromexico Chicago to Mexico City tickets on Omio for $675 (€598).
    Many of our customers traveling from Chicago to Mexico City don't make Mexico City their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after Mexico City are Madrid, Paris or Barcelona, either of which you could add to your trip itinerary. Check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel from Mexico City to any of these top destinations today!

    Before traveling from Chicago to Mexico City, it’s good to know what ticket you can purchase and how much it will cost in the next 7 days:

    • A bus ticket costs $2 (€2) one way on average for this route.
    • A plane ticket costs $675 (€598) one way on average for this route.
    • A train ticket costs $2 (€2) one way on average for this route.

    But we recommend booking Chicago to Mexico City tickets online a few months before your planned travel date to score the best deals and save money on your trip.

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