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.

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

Iberia, SAUDIA, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating 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 May 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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8:10 pm - 3:40 pm

ORD

RAK

37h 30m

1 stop

4:40 pm - 9:40 am

RAK

ORD

23h 00m

1 stop

$681Turkish Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

8:10 pm - 3:40 pm

ORD

RAK

37h 30m

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4:40 pm - 9:40 am

RAK

ORD

23h 00m

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$682Turkish Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 15

8:10 pm - 3:40 pm

ORD

RAK

37h 30m

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4:40 pm - 9:40 am

RAK

ORD

23h 00m

1 stop

$683Turkish Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

7:05 pm - 6:05 pm

ORD

ALG

17h 00m

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7:20 pm - 3:00 pm

ALG

ORD

25h 40m

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$802British Airways

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 15

7:15 am - 10:30 am

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CMN

20h 15m

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12:15 pm - 9:59 pm

CMN

ORD

40h 44m

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$956United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 18

12:50 pm - 9:30 am

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CMN

14h 40m

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12:15 pm - 1:12 pm

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ORD

31h 57m

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$961United Airlines

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1:05 pm - 10:00 pm

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NBO

24h 55m

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11:59 pm - 9:45 pm

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MDW

30h 46m

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$1,012Delta

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 23

10:15 am - 12:25 pm

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LOS

20h 10m

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1:40 pm - 8:15 am

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24h 35m

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$1,106Ethiopian Air

Tue, Jul 14 - Wed, Oct 21

12:30 pm - 9:55 pm

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NBO

25h 25m

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11:00 pm - 6:37 pm

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28h 37m

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$1,113Delta

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Nov 6

10:15 am - 7:00 pm

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ACC

27h 45m

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12:20 pm - 8:15 am

ACC

ORD

24h 55m

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$1,165Ethiopian Air

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13

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Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to Africa

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Kenya Airways

Oct 14

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 50m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 27

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 36m

2 stops

ORD12:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,108

Kenya Airways

May 10

ORD6:07 amChicago O'Hare Intl

45h 48m

2 stops

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 18

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 49m

2 stops

ORD5:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,293

Egyptair flights from Chicago to Africa

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Sep 16

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 10m

CAI5:40 amCairo

Sep 26

CAI12:50 amCairo

12h 25m

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$775

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Sep 16

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 10m

CAI5:40 amCairo

Sep 24

CAI12:50 amCairo

12h 25m

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$805

Egyptair

Aug 19

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 10m

CAI5:40 amCairo

Sep 8

CAI12:50 amCairo

12h 25m

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$813

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Sun 10/11

8:10 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Marrakech Menara

Tue 10/20

4:40 pm-9:40 am

1 stop23h 00m

$681

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ORD - RAK

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/1

8:10 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Marrakech Menara

Thu 10/15

4:40 pm-9:40 am

1 stop23h 00m

$682

ChicagoMarrakech

ORD - RAK

ORDRAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/11

8:10 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Marrakech Menara

Tue 10/20

4:40 pm-9:40 am

1 stop23h 00m

$683

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ORD - ALG

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Tue 8/25

7:05 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 9/15

7:20 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$802

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ORD - CMN

ORDCMN

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Tue 11/3

7:15 am-10:30 am

1 stop20h 15m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 11/18

12:15 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops40h 44m

$956

ChicagoCasablanca

ORD - CMN

ORDCMN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/28

12:50 pm-9:30 am

1 stop14h 40m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 11/11

12:15 pm-1:12 pm

2 stops31h 57m

$961

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MDWNBO

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Mon 10/26

1:05 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 11/23

11:59 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops30h 46m

$1,012

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ORD - LOS

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Tue 7/14

10:15 am-12:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 10/21

1:40 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 35m

$1,106

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MDWNBO

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Fri 10/23

12:30 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 11/6

11:00 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops28h 37m

$1,113

ChicagoAccra

ORD - ACC

ORDACC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/5

10:15 am-7:00 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Accra Kotoka

Tue 10/13

12:20 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 55m

$1,165

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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 $797, 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 $805.

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 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 $727 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 40% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Africa flight.

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Best Price Found	$641
Fastest flight time	12h 15m
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 $641. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $854.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Africa takes 12h 15m

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 May 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 3,212 reviews	Search Iberia flights
KLM	PriceFrom $459	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,511 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom $476	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,458 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $486	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,000 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $492	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,239 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $493	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,544 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $525	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,669 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $531	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,946 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $532	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Royal Jordanian	PriceFrom $547	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 459 reviews	Search Royal Jordanian flights

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