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

SAUDIA, United Airlines, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Africa

What airlines fly to Africa?

Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Air France 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 57% 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 April 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.

$368 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Africa in 2026

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8:10 pm - 9:25 pm

ORD

ALG

19h 15m

1 stop

12:50 am - 6:25 pm

ALG

ORD

24h 35m

1 stop

$579Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Nov 9

8:10 pm - 9:25 pm

ORD

ALG

19h 15m

1 stop

10:45 pm - 9:40 am

ALG

ORD

16h 55m

1 stop

$661Turkish Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 29

3:00 pm - 4:55 pm

ORD

CAI

17h 55m

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5:55 pm - 1:10 pm

CAI

ORD

27h 15m

1 stop

$733ITA Airways

Mon, May 11 - Sun, May 24

3:00 pm - 2:15 am

ORD

CAI

27h 15m

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4:45 am - 1:10 pm

CAI

ORD

16h 25m

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$738ITA Airways

Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 23

7:20 pm - 12:15 am

ORD

CAI

20h 55m

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12:40 am - 3:05 pm

CAI

ORD

22h 25m

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$756Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 29

9:10 pm - 12:30 pm

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NBO

31h 20m

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1:35 pm - 8:35 am

NBO

ORD

27h 00m

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$853Etihad Airways

Mon, Jul 13 - Wed, Jul 22

9:10 pm - 12:35 am

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NBO

19h 25m

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1:35 pm - 8:35 am

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ORD

27h 00m

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$854Etihad Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 10

9:29 am - 9:55 pm

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NBO

28h 26m

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11:05 pm - 5:56 pm

NBO

MDW

26h 51m

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$1,013Delta

Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 25

9:23 am - 8:45 pm

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NBO

27h 22m

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11:05 pm - 5:56 pm

NBO

MDW

26h 51m

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$1,015Delta

Sun, May 10 - Mon, May 25

7:20 pm - 8:10 am

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LOS

30h 50m

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3:50 pm - 4:50 pm

LOS

ORD

31h 00m

1 stop

$1,037Qatar Airways

Mon, May 4 - Fri, May 29

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Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to Africa

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May 4

ORD6:04 amChicago O'Hare Intl

33h 41m

2 stops

LOS9:45 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

May 29

LOS10:45 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

49h 04m

2 stops

ORD5:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,104

Kenya Airways

May 3

ORD6:04 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 46m

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JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 6

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 49m

2 stops

ORD5:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,171

Kenya Airways

May 10

MDW12:53 pmChicago Midway

14h 52m

1 stop

LOS9:45 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

Jul 10

LOS11:45 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

16h 30m

1 stop

MDW10:15 pmChicago Midway

$1,898

ITA Airways flights from Chicago to Africa

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May 11

ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 55m

1 stop

CAI4:55 pmCairo

May 24

CAI5:55 pmCairo

27h 15m

1 stop

ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$733

ITA Airways

May 9

ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 15m

1 stop

CAI2:15 amCairo

May 23

CAI4:45 amCairo

16h 25m

1 stop

ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$738

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Aug 19

ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 55m

1 stop

CAI4:55 pmCairo

Sep 11

CAI5:55 pmCairo

27h 15m

1 stop

ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$739

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Tue 10/6

8:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop19h 15m

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Mon 11/9

12:50 am-6:25 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$579

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ORD - ALG

ORDALG

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Tue 9/1

8:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 9/29

10:45 pm-9:40 am

1 stop16h 55m

$661

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ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/11

3:00 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Cairo

Sun 5/24

5:55 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$733

ChicagoCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

3:00 pm-2:15 am

1 stop27h 15m

Cairo

Sat 5/23

4:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$738

ChicagoCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/16

7:20 pm-12:15 am

1 stop20h 55m

Cairo

Tue 9/29

12:40 am-3:05 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$756

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ORD - NBO

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/13

9:10 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop31h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 7/22

1:35 pm-8:35 am

1 stop27h 00m

$853

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ORD - NBO

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/31

9:10 pm-12:35 am

1 stop19h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/10

1:35 pm-8:35 am

1 stop27h 00m

$854

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MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/5

9:29 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 26m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/25

11:05 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops26h 51m

$1,013

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MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/10

9:23 am-8:45 pm

2 stops27h 22m

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Mon 5/25

11:05 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops26h 51m

$1,015

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ORD - LOS

ORDLOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

7:20 pm-8:10 am

1 stop30h 50m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 5/29

3:50 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop31h 00m

$1,037

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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 $715, 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 $738.

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 $904. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Africa on Saturday is $1,112.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Africa flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $727 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 86% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Africa flight.

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Best Price Found	$627
Fastest flight time	11h 35m
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 $627. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $879.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Africa takes 11h 35m

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 April 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 $124	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,185 reviews	Search Iberia flights
KLM	PriceFrom $459	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,501 reviews	Search KLM flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $492	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,212 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $493	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,516 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $531	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,895 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $532	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $547	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,625 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Royal Jordanian	PriceFrom $547	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 457 reviews	Search Royal Jordanian flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $552	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,943 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $589	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,423 reviews	Search Delta flights

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