What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Africa?

Etihad Airways, Delta, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Africa

How many flights depart from Chicago to Africa on average per week?

As of June 2026, 3 flights take off from Chicago and land in Africa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Africa?

Turkish Airlines, Air France and Egyptair are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Africa from Chicago according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Africa. Keep in mind that there are 26 different airlines that fly to Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Africa?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Africa are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Africa?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Africa is 27 as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Africa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$392 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Africa in 2026

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10:30 am - 5:40 am

ORD

CAI

11h 10mnonstop

12:50 am - 5:15 am

CAI

ORD

12h 25mnonstop

$730Egyptair

Wed, Jul 22 - Tue, Oct 20

10:30 am - 5:40 am

ORD

CAI

11h 10mnonstop

12:50 am - 5:15 am

CAI

ORD

12h 25mnonstop

$732Egyptair

Fri, Jul 10 - Thu, Sep 10

10:30 am - 5:40 am

ORD

CAI

11h 10mnonstop

12:50 am - 5:15 am

CAI

ORD

12h 25mnonstop

$738Egyptair

Wed, Jul 15 - Tue, Sep 8

11:25 am - 4:45 pm

ORD

ALG

23h 20m

1 stop

11:25 pm - 9:40 am

ALG

ORD

16h 15m

1 stop

$955Turkish Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Sun, Sep 6

8:10 pm - 2:55 pm

ORD

CMN

36h 45m

1 stop

4:50 pm - 9:40 am

CMN

ORD

22h 50m

1 stop

$988Turkish Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 14

4:20 pm - 9:55 pm

ORD

NBO

21h 35m

1 stop

11:40 pm - 5:34 pm

NBO

ORD

26h 54m

2 stops

$1,095Delta

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Nov 13

4:20 pm - 8:00 pm

ORD

NBO

19h 40m

1 stop

9:05 am - 2:15 pm

NBO

ORD

37h 10m

2 stops

$1,096Delta

Sat, Jul 25 - Wed, Oct 21

4:06 pm - 5:55 pm

ORD

LOS

18h 49m

2 stops

11:05 pm - 6:45 pm

LOS

ORD

26h 40m

1 stop

$1,293British Airways

Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Mar 3

10:15 am - 1:25 pm

ORD

JNB

20h 10m

1 stop

2:30 pm - 7:40 am

JNB

ORD

25h 10m

2 stops

$1,317Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Mar 10

10:15 am - 8:10 pm

ORD

JNB

26h 55m

1 stop

2:30 pm - 8:15 am

JNB

ORD

24h 45m

2 stops

$1,324Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

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Qatar Airways flights from Chicago to Africa

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Qatar Airways

Aug 30

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 55m

1 stop

CAI12:15 amCairo

Sep 15

CAI12:40 amCairo

22h 25m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$799

Qatar Airways

Sep 3

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 15m

1 stop

CAI10:35 pmCairo

Sep 17

CAI2:15 amCairo

20h 50m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$800

Qatar Airways

Jun 29

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

44h 10m

2 stops

JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 2

JNB2:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,657

Egyptair flights from Chicago to Africa

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Egyptair

Jul 22

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 10m

CAI5:40 amCairo

Oct 20

CAI12:50 amCairo

12h 25m

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$730

Egyptair

Jul 10

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 10m

CAI5:40 amCairo

Sep 10

CAI12:50 amCairo

12h 25m

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$732

Egyptair

Jul 15

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 10m

CAI5:40 amCairo

Sep 8

CAI12:50 amCairo

12h 25m

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$738

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ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/22

10:30 am-5:40 am

Nonstop11h 10m

Cairo

Tue 10/20

12:50 am-5:15 am

Nonstop12h 25m

$730

ChicagoCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/10

10:30 am-5:40 am

Nonstop11h 10m

Cairo

Thu 9/10

12:50 am-5:15 am

Nonstop12h 25m

$732

ChicagoCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/15

10:30 am-5:40 am

Nonstop11h 10m

Cairo

Tue 9/8

12:50 am-5:15 am

Nonstop12h 25m

$738

ChicagoAlgiers

ORD - ALG

ORDALG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/13

11:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Sun 9/6

11:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop16h 15m

$955

ChicagoCasablanca

ORD - CMN

ORDCMN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

8:10 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop36h 45m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Mon 9/14

4:50 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 50m

$988

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/18

4:20 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 11/13

11:40 pm-5:34 pm

2 stops26h 54m

$1,095

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/25

4:20 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/21

9:05 am-2:15 pm

2 stops37h 10m

$1,096

ChicagoLagos

ORD - LOS

ORDLOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/22

4:06 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops18h 49m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 3/3

11:05 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$1,293

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

10:15 am-1:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/10

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,317

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/21

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/2

2:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

$1,324

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to Africa from Chicago is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $798, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Africa in October, then you should wait until January to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $914.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Africa?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Africa is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $826. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Africa on Thursday is $1,071.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Africa flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Africa from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Africa for around $888 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Africa from Chicago for as low as $766 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Africa flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$533
Fastest flight time	11h 10m
Direct flights	Mon, Thu and Sat
Airports in Africa	493 airports

The best one-way flight to Africa from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $533. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $743.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Africa takes 11h 10m

Direct flights go from Chicago to Africa on Monday, Thursday and Saturday. Airlines offering direct flights are: Egyptair and Ethiopian Air.

There are 493 airports in Africa. From Chicago there are direct flights to Cairo (CAI).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Africa?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Africa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Africa?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Africa is 27 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Iberia	PriceFrom $106	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,245 reviews	Search Iberia flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $425	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,874 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $459	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,530 reviews	Search KLM flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $476	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,293 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $486	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,241 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $493	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,614 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $525	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,742 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $531	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,064 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Royal Jordanian	PriceFrom $547	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 470 reviews	Search Royal Jordanian flights
Delta	PriceFrom $597	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,421 reviews	Search Delta flights

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