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 15m on average. If you fly from Abuja (another popular airport in Nigeria) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 25h 20m.

What airlines fly to Illinois?

United Airlines, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Nigeria according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 4 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, Egyptair, and Virgin Atlantic 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 4 as of October 2026.

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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1:20 pm - 8:40 amABV Abuja-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

9:45 am - 12:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ABV Abuja

19h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$957Ethiopian Air

Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 11

9:45 pm - 7:40 amABV Abuja-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

40h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

9:45 am - 12:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ABV Abuja

19h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$967Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18

10:10 pm - 7:20 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 10m1 stop Istanbul

11:45 am - 8:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

25h 40m1 stop Istanbul

$1,154Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 13

10:10 pm - 7:20 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 10m1 stop Istanbul

11:45 am - 8:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

25h 40m1 stop Istanbul

$1,155Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

11:05 pm - 7:30 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 25m2 stops London Heathrow Newark

2:31 pm - 5:55 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

20h 24m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow

$1,189British Airways

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

11:05 pm - 11:36 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 31m2 stops London Heathrow Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:10 am - 5:55 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

24h 45m2 stops Newark London Heathrow

$1,194British Airways

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 10

11:10 pm - 4:20 pmABV Abuja-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:45 pm - 5:20 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ABV Abuja

39h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Frankfurt am Main

$1,362Lufthansa

Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8

11:10 pm - 3:10 pmABV Abuja-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:45 pm - 5:20 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ABV Abuja

39h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Frankfurt am Main

$1,381Lufthansa

Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8

11:50 pm - 9:45 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 55m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:32 am - 10:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

17h 08m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,567United Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7

11:50 pm - 12:01 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 11m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8:40 pm - 5:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

38h 10m2 stops Newark Frankfurt am Main

$1,780United Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

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8:55 pm - 9:40 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 45m1 stop Istanbul

9:15 pm - 8:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

41h 10m1 stop Istanbul

$1,429Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 31

1:05 pm - 8:15 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

10:15 am - 12:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

19h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$1,435Ethiopian Air

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 31

5:45 pm - 4:00 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

7:45 pm - 4:20 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

37h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,496Emirates

Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Nov 13

5:45 pm - 4:00 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

7:45 pm - 4:20 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

37h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,505Emirates

Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Nov 13

11:35 pm - 3:55 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 20m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Zurich

10:35 pm - 5:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

37h 15m2 stops Milan Malpensa Frankfurt am Main

$1,517Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 31

5:45 pm - 4:00 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

7:45 pm - 4:20 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

37h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,532Emirates

Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Nov 13

5:45 pm - 4:00 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

7:45 pm - 4:20 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

37h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,533Emirates

Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Nov 13

5:45 pm - 4:00 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

10:30 am - 1:45 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

20h 15m1 stop Cairo

$1,570Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Nov 13

11:55 pm - 4:12 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 17m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl New York LaGuardia

9:35 pm - 10:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

30h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,687United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Nov 13

11:55 pm - 6:41 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 46m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9:35 pm - 10:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

30h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,687United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Nov 13

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Ethiopian Air flights from Nigeria to Illinois

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Ethiopian Air

Oct 27

ABV1:20 pmAbuja

25h 20m

2 stops

ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 11

ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 20m

1 stop

ABV12:05 pmAbuja

$957

Ethiopian Air

Nov 5

ABV9:45 pmAbuja

40h 55m

2 stops

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 18

ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 20m

1 stop

ABV12:05 pmAbuja

$967

Ethiopian Air

Oct 13

LOS1:05 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

25h 10m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 31

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

LOS12:05 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,435

Air Canada flights from Nigeria to Illinois

Our best Air Canada deals on Nigeria to Illinois flight tickets

Air Canada

Mar 22

LOS11:55 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

25h 57m

2 stops

ORD7:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 20

ORD3:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

43h 30m

2 stops

LOS4:45 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,287

Air Canada

Oct 26

LOS11:55 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

41h 12m

2 stops

ORD11:07 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 10

ORD7:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 45m

2 stops

LOS5:50 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,288

Air Canada

Mar 24

LOS11:55 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

39h 49m

2 stops

ORD9:44 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 17

ORD7:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 25m

2 stops

LOS4:45 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,291

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AbujaChicago

ABV Abuja - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ABVORD

Abuja

Tue 10/27

1:20 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/11

9:45 am-12:05 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$957

AbujaChicago

ABV Abuja - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ABVORD

Abuja

Thu 11/5

9:45 pm-7:40 am

2 stops40h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/18

9:45 am-12:05 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$967

LagosChicago

LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 11/1

10:10 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/13

11:45 am-8:25 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$1,154

LagosChicago

LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 11/3

10:10 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/10

11:45 am-8:25 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$1,155

LagosChicago

LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 11/3

11:05 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/10

2:31 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$1,189

LagosChicago

LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 10/27

11:05 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops30h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/10

10:10 am-5:55 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$1,194

AbujaChicago

ABV Abuja - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ABVORD

Abuja

Mon 10/26

11:10 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/8

6:45 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$1,362

AbujaChicago

ABV Abuja - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ABVORD

Abuja

Mon 10/26

11:10 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/8

6:45 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$1,381

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LagosChicago

LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 11/1

11:50 pm-9:45 am

1 stop16h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/7

10:32 am-10:40 am

1 stop17h 08m

$1,567

LagosChicago

LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

LOSORD

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 11/20

11:50 pm-12:01 am

1 stop31h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/27

8:40 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$1,780

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Nigeria is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,143, 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 October, then flying in December is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,190.

Can stopping save me money on Nigeria to Illinois flights?

You could potentially save up to 43% on your flight if you consider stops on a Nigeria to Illinois flight.

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Best Price Found	$691
Fastest flight time	17h 23m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Nigeria in the past 72 hours is $691. The best round-trip flight deal from Nigeria to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $957.

The fastest flight from Nigeria to Illinois takes 17h 23m

There are no direct flights from Nigeria to Illinois. There are no popular flight routes from Nigeria to Illinois.

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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 4 as of October 2026.
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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Nigeria to Illinois with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $808	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,454 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,255 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,163	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,338 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,282	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,275 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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