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Cheap flights from Chicago to Africa from $285

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Africa departing on 10/11. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Egyptair Logo
10:30 am - 5:40 am
ORD
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CAI
11h 10mnonstop
Egyptair Logo
12:50 am - 5:15 am
CAI
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ORD
12h 25mnonstop
$687Egyptair
Sun, Aug 30 - Sat, Sep 5
Egyptair Logo
10:30 am - 5:40 am
ORD
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CAI
11h 10mnonstop
Egyptair Logo
11:50 pm - 4:15 am
CAI
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ORD
12h 25mnonstop
$691Egyptair
Sun, Aug 9 - Thu, Oct 29
Egyptair Logo
10:30 am - 5:40 am
ORD
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CAI
11h 10mnonstop
Egyptair Logo
12:50 am - 5:15 am
CAI
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ORD
12h 25mnonstop
$692Egyptair
Fri, Aug 21 - Sat, Sep 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 9:10 am
ORD
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CAI
13h 45m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 9:40 am
CAI
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ORD
35h 35m
1 stop
$700Turkish Airlines
Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Oct 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 8:50 pm
ORD
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CAI
16h 40m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 6:15 pm
CAI
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ORD
20h 10m
1 stop
$701Turkish Airlines
Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Mar 30
Air France Logo
5:10 pm - 8:55 am
ORD
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ALG
33h 45m
1 stop
Air France Logo
6:30 am - 9:37 pm
ALG
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ORD
21h 07m
2 stops
$907Air France
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 29
Delta Logo
4:20 pm - 9:55 pm
ORD
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NBO
21h 35m
1 stop
Delta Logo
11:35 pm - 12:36 pm
NBO
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ORD
22h 01m
1 stop
$997Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Nov 1
Delta Logo
1:59 pm - 9:55 pm
ORD
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NBO
23h 56m
2 stops
Delta Logo
11:05 pm - 3:10 pm
NBO
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ORD
24h 05m
1 stop
$998Delta
Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 1:10 pm
ORD
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NBO
18h 55m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:30 pm - 8:15 am
NBO
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ORD
22h 45m
2 stops
$1,005Ethiopian Air
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 12:25 pm
ORD
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LOS
20h 10m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:40 pm - 8:40 am
LOS
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ORD
25h 00m
2 stops
$1,186Ethiopian Air
Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 27

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Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to Africa

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Chicago to Africa flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Sep 3
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
33h 45m
2 stops
LOS9:45 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed
Sep 13
LOS12:25 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed
29h 22m
2 stops
ORD11:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,207
Kenya Airways
Jul 28
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
26h 50m
2 stops
JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Aug 7
JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 17m
2 stops
ORD4:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,713

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Africa

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Chicago to Africa flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Sep 27
ORD11:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 45m
1 stop
CAI9:10 amCairo
Oct 4
CAI6:05 amCairo
35h 35m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$700
Turkish Airlines
Sep 27
ORD8:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 40m
1 stop
CAI8:50 pmCairo
Mar 30
CAI5:05 amCairo
20h 10m
1 stop
ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$701
Turkish Airlines
Oct 31
ORD12:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 55m
1 stop
CAI3:40 amCairo
Nov 13
CAI5:25 amCairo
20h 55m
1 stop
ORD6:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$705

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ChicagoCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/30

10:30 am-5:40 am

Nonstop11h 10m

Cairo

Sat 9/5

12:50 am-5:15 am

Nonstop12h 25m

$687

ChicagoCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/9

10:30 am-5:40 am

Nonstop11h 10m

Cairo

Thu 10/29

11:50 pm-4:15 am

Nonstop12h 25m

$691

ChicagoCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/21

10:30 am-5:40 am

Nonstop11h 10m

Cairo

Sat 9/5

12:50 am-5:15 am

Nonstop12h 25m

$692

ChicagoCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/27

11:25 am-9:10 am

1 stop13h 45m

Cairo

Sun 10/4

6:05 am-9:40 am

1 stop35h 35m

$700

ChicagoCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/27

8:10 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Cairo

Tue 3/30

5:05 am-6:15 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$701

ChicagoAlgiers

ORD - ALG

ORDALG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/1

5:10 pm-8:55 am

1 stop33h 45m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 9/29

6:30 am-9:37 pm

2 stops21h 07m

$907

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/15

4:20 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 11/1

11:35 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop22h 01m

$997

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/28

1:59 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops23h 56m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/15

11:05 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$998

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/12

10:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 9/26

5:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops22h 45m

$1,005

ChicagoLagos

ORD - LOS

ORDLOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/23

10:15 am-12:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 10/27

1:40 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 00m

$1,186

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Africa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to Africa from Chicago is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $932, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Africa in February, then you should wait until October to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $940.

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 $814. 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?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Cairo for the best Chicago - Africa flight prices

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 $870 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 $769 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.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Africa flight.

Cheap Chicago to Africa flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$417

Fastest flight time

11h 40m

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 $417. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $728.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Africa takes 11h 40m
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.

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  • 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.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Africa

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
IberiaPriceFrom $106Free CancellationRating
7.0
3,258 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $424Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,126 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $425Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,014 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $459Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,541 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $470Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,360 reviews
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TAP AIR PORTUGALPriceFrom $476Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,341 reviews
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Aer LingusPriceFrom $493Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,673 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $525Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,823 reviews
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Royal JordanianPriceFrom $547Free CancellationRating
6.8
476 reviews
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ITA AirwaysPriceFrom $552Free CancellationRating
6.7
1,294 reviews
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