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

Iberia, Air Canada, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Africa

How long is the flight from Illinois to Africa?

The flight from Illinois to Africa depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Chicago (a popular airport in Illinois) to Los Angeles (the most popular airport in Africa), then the flight time is 4h 16m on average. If you fly from Peoria (another popular airport in Illinois) to Los Angeles, then the average flight time is 6h 42m.

What airlines fly to Africa?

Turkish Airlines, Air France and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Africa from Illinois according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Africa. Keep in mind that there are 27 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 Illinois to Africa?

Prices for flights from Illinois to Africa refresh daily.

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As of May 2026, there are 27 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Africa?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Africa.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Africa 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 Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:20 pm - 3:15 pm

ORD

RAK

35h 55m

1 stop

4:15 pm - 11:05 am

RAK

ORD

25h 50m

1 stop

$754Turkish Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Nov 6

10:30 am - 5:40 am

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11h 10mnonstop

12:50 am - 5:15 am

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12h 25mnonstop

$768Egyptair

Fri, Jun 26 - Thu, Jul 9

6:00 pm - 3:45 pm

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15h 45m

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6:10 pm - 4:30 pm

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28h 20m

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$781TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31

7:20 pm - 10:35 pm

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19h 15m

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7:55 pm - 3:05 pm

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27h 10m

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$791Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 21

4:55 pm - 7:20 pm

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$878Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 22

7:30 pm - 10:20 pm

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26h 20m

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$887Multiple Airlines

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2:00 pm - 12:30 pm

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34h 05m

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$913Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

9:10 pm - 12:30 pm

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6:05 pm - 4:20 pm

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16h 15m

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ORD

28h 50m

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$1,048TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Sat, Jul 4 - Thu, Sep 3

Emirates flights from Illinois to Africa

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Aug 10

ORD8:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 00m

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LOS3:35 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

Aug 29

LOS5:40 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

28h 05m

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ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,199

Emirates

May 22

ORD8:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

36h 40m

1 stop

JNB4:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 29

JNB10:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 25m

1 stop

ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,377

Qatar Airways flights from Illinois to Africa

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Sep 7

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 15m

1 stop

CAI10:35 pmCairo

Sep 21

CAI7:55 pmCairo

27h 10m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$791

Qatar Airways

Aug 19

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 15m

1 stop

CAI10:35 pmCairo

Sep 8

CAI12:40 amCairo

22h 25m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$796

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Aug 23

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 55m

1 stop

CAI12:15 amCairo

Sep 13

CAI12:40 amCairo

22h 25m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$800

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Nonstop12h 25m

$768

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Fri 10/23

6:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Marrakech Menara

Sat 10/31

6:10 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$781

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7:20 pm-10:35 pm

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7:55 pm-3:05 pm

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$791

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Tue 9/22

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$878

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Thu 10/29

7:30 pm-10:20 pm

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$887

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2:00 pm-12:30 pm

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$913

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$941

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3:20 pm-11:50 pm

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Tue 9/29

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6:05 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Thu 9/3

5:10 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$1,048

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to Africa from Illinois is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $796, 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 Illinois, 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 Illinois to Africa is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $897. 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 Illinois to Africa flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois to Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Africa from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Africa for around $905 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Africa from Illinois for as low as $803 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Africa flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$653
Fastest flight time	11h 10m
Direct flights	Mon, Thu and Sat
Airports in Africa	493 airports

The best one-way flight to Africa from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $653. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $892.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Africa takes 11h 10m

Direct flights go from Illinois to Africa on Monday, Thursday and Saturday. Airlines offering direct flights are: Egyptair and Ethiopian Air.

There are 493 airports in Africa. From Illinois there are direct flights to Cairo (CAI).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Africa?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Africa?
As of May 2026, there are 27 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Africa?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your Africa 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 Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Iberia	PriceFrom $106	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,220 reviews	Search Iberia flights
KLM	PriceFrom $459	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,518 reviews	Search KLM flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $476	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,257 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $486	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,067 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $493	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,573 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $525	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,641 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $531	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,991 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $532	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Royal Jordanian	PriceFrom $547	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 463 reviews	Search Royal Jordanian flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $631	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,575 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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