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

Ethiopian Air is the most popular carrier operating from Chicago to Malawi

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

Prices for flights from Chicago to Malawi are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of July 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Malawi.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Malawi.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Malawi trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Malawi. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$1,104 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Malawi in 2026

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5:10 pm - 9:30 am

ORD

LLW

33h 20m

2 stops

12:35 pm - 2:15 pm

LLW

ORD

32h 40m

2 stops

$1,325Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 9

10:15 am - 7:25 am

ORD

LLW

38h 10m

2 stops

4:45 pm - 8:15 am

LLW

ORD

46h 30m

3 stops

$1,474Ethiopian Air

Sun, Sep 27 - Fri, Oct 9

10:15 am - 8:40 am

ORD

BLZ

39h 25m

2 stops

5:10 pm - 8:15 am

BLZ

ORD

46h 05m

3 stops

$1,542Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Oct 3

9:45 am - 9:40 am

ORD

LLW

39h 55m

3 stops

4:00 pm - 7:40 am

LLW

ORD

47h 40m

4 stops

$1,548Ethiopian Air

Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 19

10:15 am - 8:40 am

ORD

BLZ

39h 25m

2 stops

5:10 pm - 8:15 am

BLZ

ORD

46h 05m

3 stops

$1,573Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Oct 2

8:25 pm - 12:35 pm

ORD

BLZ

33h 10m

2 stops

3:10 pm - 3:40 pm

BLZ

ORD

31h 30m

2 stops

$1,574Etihad Airways

Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 30

10:30 pm - 1:35 pm

ORD

BLZ

32h 05m

2 stops

2:10 pm - 12:35 pm

BLZ

ORD

29h 25m

2 stops

$1,577Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Oct 4

10:15 am - 9:40 am

ORD

LLW

40h 25m

3 stops

4:00 pm - 8:15 am

LLW

ORD

47h 15m

4 stops

$1,583Ethiopian Air

Sun, Sep 27 - Fri, Oct 9

10:15 am - 9:40 am

ORD

LLW

40h 25m

3 stops

4:00 pm - 8:15 am

LLW

ORD

47h 15m

4 stops

$1,604Ethiopian Air

Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 28

10:15 am - 8:40 am

ORD

BLZ

39h 25m

2 stops

5:10 pm - 8:15 am

BLZ

ORD

46h 05m

3 stops

$1,604Ethiopian Air

Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Oct 2

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Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to Malawi

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 27

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

38h 10m

2 stops

LLW7:25 amLilongwe Intl

Oct 9

LLW4:45 pmLilongwe Intl

46h 30m

3 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,474

Ethiopian Air

Sep 10

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

39h 25m

2 stops

BLZ8:40 amBlantyre Chileka

Oct 3

BLZ5:10 pmBlantyre Chileka

46h 05m

3 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,542

Ethiopian Air

Nov 2

ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

39h 55m

3 stops

LLW9:40 amLilongwe Intl

Nov 19

LLW4:00 pmLilongwe Intl

47h 40m

4 stops

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,548

KLM flights from Chicago to Malawi

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KLM

Aug 24

ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 20m

2 stops

LLW1:10 pmLilongwe Intl

Aug 31

LLW2:00 pmLilongwe Intl

31h 15m

2 stops

ORD2:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,677

KLM

Aug 24

ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 20m

2 stops

LLW1:10 pmLilongwe Intl

Aug 31

LLW2:00 pmLilongwe Intl

31h 15m

2 stops

ORD2:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,776

KLM

Aug 22

ORD5:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

41h 25m

3 stops

LLW5:35 pmLilongwe Intl

Aug 29

LLW2:00 pmLilongwe Intl

31h 15m

2 stops

ORD2:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,816

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ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/28

5:10 pm-9:30 am

2 stops33h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 10/9

12:35 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$1,325

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/27

10:15 am-7:25 am

2 stops38h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 10/9

4:45 pm-8:15 am

3 stops46h 30m

$1,474

ChicagoBlantyre

ORD - BLZ

ORDBLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

10:15 am-8:40 am

2 stops39h 25m

Blantyre Chileka

Sat 10/3

5:10 pm-8:15 am

3 stops46h 05m

$1,542

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/2

9:45 am-9:40 am

3 stops39h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 11/19

4:00 pm-7:40 am

4 stops47h 40m

$1,548

ChicagoBlantyre

ORD - BLZ

ORDBLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

10:15 am-8:40 am

2 stops39h 25m

Blantyre Chileka

Fri 10/2

5:10 pm-8:15 am

3 stops46h 05m

$1,573

ChicagoBlantyre

ORD - BLZ

ORDBLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/16

8:25 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops33h 10m

Blantyre Chileka

Sun 8/30

3:10 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$1,574

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ChicagoBlantyre

ORD - BLZ

ORDBLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/12

10:30 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Blantyre Chileka

Sun 10/4

2:10 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops29h 25m

$1,577

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/27

10:15 am-9:40 am

3 stops40h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 10/9

4:00 pm-8:15 am

4 stops47h 15m

$1,583

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/21

10:15 am-9:40 am

3 stops40h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 8/28

4:00 pm-8:15 am

4 stops47h 15m

$1,604

ChicagoBlantyre

ORD - BLZ

ORDBLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/12

10:15 am-8:40 am

2 stops39h 25m

Blantyre Chileka

Fri 10/2

5:10 pm-8:15 am

3 stops46h 05m

$1,604

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Malawi?

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Malawi from Chicago, with most prices found around $0. If you are unable to visit Malawi during the month of June, then departing from Chicago during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $0.

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Fastest flight time	19h 25m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to Malawi takes 19h 25m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Malawi

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Malawi?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Malawi are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Malawi?
As of July 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Malawi.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Malawi?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Malawi.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Malawi?
The required travel and health documents for your Malawi trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Malawi. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Malawi

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