Guatemala City to Chicago (GUA–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
UA2007
UA United
7M8
12:26 PM
CST
6:15 PM
CDT
4h 49m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA542
AA American
B38M
1:53 PM
CST
7:20 PM
CDT
4h 27m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA545
AA American
7M8
8:20 AM
CDT T3
11:56 AM
CST
4h 36m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA2006
UA United
B38M
9:01 AM
CDT T1
12:41 PM
CST
4h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Guatemala City to Chicago
2 carriers, 7 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 1,899 mi 4h 27m nonstop +1h ahead 18 1-stop hubs

GUA–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,899 miles in approximately 4h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 18 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop GUA–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 4 7M8 4h49 Star Alliance
AA American Airlines 3 B38M 4h27 Oneworld
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – UA
B38MAA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (4 flights/wk, 57%)
Oneworld: AA (3 flights/wk, 43%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, GUA to ORD direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
6
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for GUA to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
18
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,644
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
GUA → ORD
94%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
94%
Return
ORD → GUA
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Guatemala City.
GUA: CST · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Guatemala City, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,899 mi / 3,057 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 27m to 4h 49m.
Getting from ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

GUA–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Guatemala City to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,899 mi / 3,057 km
Flight time4h 27m to 4h 49m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights7 out / 6 return
1-stop connections18 hubs
Origin: GUA
IATA / ICAOGUA / MGGT
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Passengers/yr4.9M
Elevation4,952 ft / 1,509 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GUA to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from La Aurora International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 4h 27m to 4h 49m. The route covers 1,899 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines and United Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from GUA to ORD. The return direction has about 6 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MSY, BHM, IAD, MEX, EWR, DFW, IAH, CUN, PTY, FLL, SJO, MIA, ATL, JFK, MCO, LAX, BOG and YUL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Guatemala City.
Yes, return flights from ORD to GUA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from GUA to ORD

La Aurora International Airport (GUA) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

GUA to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from GUA to ORD ranges from 4 hours 27 minutes to 4 hours 49 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,899 miles (3,057 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 13 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

18 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via MSY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.