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Cheap flights from Chicago to Africa from $358

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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
$742Egyptair
Sun, Aug 23 - Sat, Sep 19
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
$743Egyptair
Sun, Jul 12 - Tue, Aug 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 9:15 pm
ORD
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RAK
19h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:35 pm - 5:20 pm
RAK
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ORD
51h 45m
2 stops
$751Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:15 pm - 3:15 pm
ORD
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RAK
36h 00m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 11:00 am
RAK
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ORD
25h 45m
1 stop
$754Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Nov 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 10:55 pm
ORD
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RAK
28h 10m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 10:00 am
RAK
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ORD
24h 45m
1 stop
$779Turkish Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25
Delta Logo
5:10 pm - 9:00 pm
ORD
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CMN
21h 50m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:35 am - 3:10 pm
CMN
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ORD
13h 35m
1 stop
$1,043Delta
Fri, Jul 31 - Tue, Sep 1
United Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 2:25 pm
ORD
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LOS
19h 45m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 12:55 pm
LOS
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ORD
19h 45m
1 stop
$1,233United Airlines
Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Oct 10
Delta Logo
12:46 pm - 9:45 am
MDW
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LOS
14h 59m
1 stop
Delta Logo
11:45 am - 8:45 am
LOS
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MDW
27h 00m
2 stops
$1,235Delta
Mon, Aug 10 - Fri, Oct 9
United Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 2:25 pm
ORD
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LOS
19h 45m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 4:58 pm
LOS
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ORD
23h 48m
2 stops
$1,241United Airlines
Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Oct 10
British Airways Logo
11:49 am - 5:50 pm
ORD
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LOS
23h 01m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
11:10 pm - 5:38 pm
LOS
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ORD
25h 28m
2 stops
$1,244British Airways
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to Africa

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Chicago to Africa flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Sep 12
ORD6:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
26h 20m
2 stops
JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Sep 29
JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
31h 30m
2 stops
ORD12:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,108
Kenya Airways
Jun 3
ORD6:07 amChicago O'Hare Intl
33h 38m
2 stops
LOS9:45 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed
Jun 8
LOS12:25 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed
29h 55m
2 stops
ORD12:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,621

Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to Africa

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Chicago to Africa flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
May 28
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 10m
1 stop
LOS12:25 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed
Jun 3
LOS1:40 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed
24h 35m
2 stops
ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,247
Ethiopian Air
Nov 8
ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
JNB8:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 15
JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
25h 10m
2 stops
ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,256
Ethiopian Air
May 28
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 10m
1 stop
LOS12:25 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed
Jun 5
LOS1:40 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed
24h 35m
2 stops
ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,262

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ChicagoCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/23

10:30 am-5:40 am

Nonstop11h 10m

Cairo

Sat 9/19

12:50 am-5:15 am

Nonstop12h 25m

$742

ChicagoCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/12

10:30 am-5:40 am

Nonstop11h 10m

Cairo

Tue 8/11

12:50 am-5:15 am

Nonstop12h 25m

$743

ChicagoMarrakech

ORD - RAK

ORDRAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/18

6:30 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Marrakech Menara

Sat 11/28

8:35 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops51h 45m

$751

ChicagoMarrakech

ORD - RAK

ORDRAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/26

9:15 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop36h 00m

Marrakech Menara

Fri 11/6

4:15 pm-11:00 am

1 stop25h 45m

$754

ChicagoMarrakech

ORD - RAK

ORDRAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/21

11:45 am-10:55 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 11/25

4:15 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 45m

$779

ChicagoCasablanca

ORD - CMN

ORDCMN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/31

5:10 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 9/1

7:35 am-3:10 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$1,043

ChicagoLagos

ORD - LOS

ORDLOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/8

12:40 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 10/10

11:10 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$1,233

ChicagoLagos

MDW - LOS

MDWLOS

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/10

12:46 pm-9:45 am

1 stop14h 59m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 10/9

11:45 am-8:45 am

2 stops27h 00m

$1,235

ChicagoLagos

ORD - LOS

ORDLOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/8

12:40 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 10/10

11:10 pm-4:58 pm

2 stops23h 48m

$1,241

ChicagoLagos

ORD - LOS

ORDLOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/17

11:49 am-5:50 pm

2 stops23h 01m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 11/24

11:10 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops25h 28m

$1,244

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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 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 September to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $828.

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 $874. 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 $1,104.

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 $903 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 $804 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 44% 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

$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 $805.
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?

  • 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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IberiaPriceFrom $106Free CancellationRating
7.0
3,222 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $459Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,524 reviews
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TAP AIR PORTUGALPriceFrom $476Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,262 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $486Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,092 reviews
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Aer LingusPriceFrom $493Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,587 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $495Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,751 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $525Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,640 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $531Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,007 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $532Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,725 reviews
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Royal JordanianPriceFrom $547Free CancellationRating
6.8
467 reviews
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