How long is the flight from Nigeria to Illinois?

The flight from Nigeria to Illinois depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Lagos (a popular airport in Nigeria) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 20h 35m on average. If you fly from Abuja (another popular airport in Nigeria) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 24h 50m.

What airlines fly to Illinois?

British Airways, Turkish Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Nigeria according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Qatar Airways, Kenya Airways, and Royal Air Maroc are the most popular carriers operating from Nigeria to Illinois

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nigeria to Illinois?

Prices for flights from Nigeria to Illinois were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nigeria to Illinois?

The number of operators available for flights from Nigeria to Illinois is 7 as of August 2025.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Nigeria to Illinois.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Illinois may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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1:40 pm - 8:15 amLOS-ORD

24h 35m2 stops

10:15 am - 12:25 pmORD-LOS

20h 10m1 stop

$1,084Ethiopian Air

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Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 21

8:45 am - 10:51 amABV-ORD

33h 06m2 stops

1:10 pm - 5:45 amORD-ABV

33h 35m2 stops

$1,115British Airways

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Sun, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 27

3:05 pm - 3:05 pmLOS-ORD

30h 00m1 stop

9:42 am - 7:25 amORD-LOS

39h 43m2 stops

$1,137Qatar Airways

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Sun, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 7

3:05 pm - 9:15 amLOS-ORD

48h 10m2 stops

7:20 pm - 7:25 amORD-LOS

30h 05m1 stop

$1,154Qatar Airways

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Sun, Sep 21 - Wed, Oct 8

10:15 pm - 6:25 pmLOS-ORD

27h 10m1 stop

8:20 pm - 8:30 pmORD-LOS

41h 10m1 stop

$1,273Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Dec 22 - Sat, Jan 3

8:50 pm - 9:40 amLOS-ORD

18h 50m1 stop

11:25 am - 7:05 pmORD-LOS

25h 40m1 stop

$1,280Turkish Airlines

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Sat, Sep 6 - Fri, Sep 19

11:55 pm - 1:08 pmLOS-ORD

19h 13m2 stops

1:12 pm - 2:25 pmORD-LOS

19h 13m2 stops

$1,296United Airlines

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Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 21

11:50 pm - 7:55 pmLOS-ORD

27h 05m2 stops

8:00 pm - 10:40 amORD-LOS

31h 40m2 stops

$1,406United Airlines

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Mon, Dec 22 - Sat, Jan 3

11:50 pm - 4:20 pmLOS-ORD

22h 30m2 stops

6:59 pm - 8:10 pmORD-LOS

19h 11m2 stops

$1,424KLM

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Tue, Sep 16 - Fri, Oct 17

11:50 pm - 4:20 pmLOS-ORD

22h 30m2 stops

6:59 pm - 8:10 pmORD-LOS

19h 11m2 stops

$1,425KLM

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Tue, Sep 16 - Fri, Oct 17

Ethiopian Air flights from Nigeria to Illinois

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Nigeria to Illinois flight tickets

Ethiopian Air

Sep 14

LOS1:40 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

24h 35m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 21

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

LOS12:25 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,084

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 16

LOS1:40 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

24h 35m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 17

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

LOS12:25 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,210

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 16

LOS1:40 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

24h 35m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 17

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

LOS12:25 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,215

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British Airways flights from Nigeria to Illinois

Our best British Airways deals on Nigeria to Illinois flight tickets

British Airways

Nov 23

ABV8:45 amAbuja

33h 06m

2 stops

ORD10:51 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 27

ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

33h 35m

2 stops

ABV5:45 amAbuja

$1,115

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British Airways

Nov 23

ABV8:45 amAbuja

39h 53m

2 stops

ORD5:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 27

ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

33h 35m

2 stops

ABV5:45 amAbuja

$1,116

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British Airways

Oct 19

LOS10:50 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

43h 50m

2 stops

ORD12:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 19

ORD9:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 05m

1 stop

LOS5:50 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,145

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LagosChicago

LOS - ORD

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 9/14

1:40 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/21

10:15 am-12:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$1,084

AbujaChicago

ABV - ORD

ABVORD

Abuja

Sun 11/23

8:45 am-10:51 am

2 stops33h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

1:10 pm-5:45 am

2 stops33h 35m

$1,115

LagosChicago

LOS - ORD

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 9/21

3:05 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

9:42 am-7:25 am

2 stops39h 43m

$1,137

LagosChicago

LOS - ORD

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 9/21

3:05 pm-9:15 am

2 stops48h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

7:20 pm-7:25 am

1 stop30h 05m

$1,154

LagosChicago

LOS - ORD

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 12/22

10:15 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop27h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/3

8:20 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop41h 10m

$1,273

LagosChicago

LOS - ORD

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 9/6

8:50 pm-9:40 am

1 stop18h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/19

11:25 am-7:05 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$1,280

LagosChicago

LOS - ORD

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 9/14

11:55 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops19h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/21

1:12 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops19h 13m

$1,296

LagosChicago

LOS - ORD

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 12/22

11:50 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/3

8:00 pm-10:40 am

2 stops31h 40m

$1,406

LagosChicago

LOS - ORD

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 9/16

11:50 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/17

6:59 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops19h 11m

$1,424

LagosChicago

LOS - ORD

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 9/16

11:50 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/17

6:59 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops19h 11m

$1,425

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Nigeria to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Nigeria is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,213, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Illinois during the month of September, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,248.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Illinois?

The cheapest day to depart from Nigeria to Illinois is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,322. Flights from Nigeria to Illinois on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,608. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Illinois?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Illinois is in the afternoon. Flights from Nigeria to Illinois during this time can be as low as $1,213. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,587.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Nigeria when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $1,336 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Nigeria for as low as $1,154 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Nigeria to Illinois flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a Nigeria to Illinois flight.

Cheap Nigeria to Illinois flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$766
Fastest flight time	16h 58m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Illinois	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Nigeria in the past 72 hours is $766. The best round-trip flight deal from Nigeria to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,084.

The fastest flight from Nigeria to Illinois takes 16h 58m

There are no direct flights from Nigeria to Illinois. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport - Lambert-St Louis Airport, Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Abuja Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

There are 3 airports near Illinois: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW), Lambert-St Louis (STL)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nigeria to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Nigeria to Illinois were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nigeria to Illinois?
The number of operators available for flights from Nigeria to Illinois is 7 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Nigeria to Illinois?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Nigeria to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Illinois may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Nigeria to Illinois

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,031	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,934 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,041	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 803 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,095	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,230 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,114	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom $1,143	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,465 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,149	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,390	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,905 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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