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

Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Zambia to Illinois

How long is the flight from Zambia to Illinois?

The flight from Zambia to Illinois depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Lusaka (a popular airport in Zambia) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 27h 20m on average. If you fly from Ndola (another popular airport in Zambia) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 34h 05m.

What airlines fly to Illinois?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Air France are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Zambia according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Zambia to Illinois are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of August 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Zambia to Illinois.

How old do you have to be to fly from Zambia 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 Zambia to Illinois.

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

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

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1:40 am - 6:25 pmLUN-ORD

24h 45m2 stops

11:50 am - 12:40 amORD-LUN

28h 50m2 stops

$1,308Turkish Airlines

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jue., dic. 11 - mié., dic. 31

1:40 am - 10:05 amLUN-ORD

40h 25m2 stops

8:20 pm - 12:40 amORD-LUN

44h 20m2 stops

$1,317Turkish Airlines

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jue., dic. 11 - vie., ene. 2

1:40 am - 6:25 pmLUN-ORD

24h 45m2 stops

8:20 pm - 12:40 amORD-LUN

44h 20m2 stops

$1,365Turkish Airlines

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mar., nov. 25 - dom., nov. 30

2:15 pm - 10:35 amLUN-ORD

27h 20m2 stops

4:50 pm - 2:35 pmORD-LUN

38h 45m2 stops

$1,496United Airlines

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mar., sep. 2 - vie., sep. 26

1:20 pm - 3:25 pmNLA-ORD

34h 05m2 stops

8:45 pm - 12:35 pmORD-NLA

31h 50m2 stops

$1,510British Airways

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vie., nov. 7 - mar., nov. 11

9:20 pm - 1:09 pmLUN-ORD

47h 49m2 stops

2:37 pm - 1:30 pmORD-LUN

38h 53m2 stops

$1,623United Airlines

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sáb., dic. 13 - vie., ene. 2

2:45 pm - 2:30 pmLUN-ORD

31h 45m1 stop

6:50 pm - 3:00 pmORD-LUN

36h 10m1 stop

$1,641Qatar Airways

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mié., nov. 26 - dom., nov. 30

3:10 pm - 8:15 amLUN-ORD

24h 05m2 stops

10:15 am - 9:55 pmORD-LUN

52h 40m3 stops

$1,654Ethiopian Air

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mar., sep. 2 - vie., sep. 26

3:45 pm - 7:40 amLUN-ORD

23h 55m2 stops

9:45 am - 2:40 pmORD-LUN

20h 55m2 stops

$1,656Ethiopian Air

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mié., nov. 26 - dom., nov. 30

2:45 pm - 2:30 pmLUN-ORD

31h 45m1 stop

4:26 pm - 3:00 pmORD-LUN

38h 34m2 stops

$1,686Qatar Airways

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vie., dic. 12 - jue., ene. 1

United Airlines flights from Zambia to Illinois

Our best United Airlines deals on Zambia to Illinois flight tickets

United Airlines

Sep 2

LUN2:15 pmLusaka

27h 20m

2 stops

ORD10:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 26

ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

38h 45m

2 stops

LUN2:35 pmLusaka

$1,496

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United Airlines

Dec 13

LUN9:20 pmLusaka

47h 49m

2 stops

ORD1:09 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 2

ORD2:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

38h 53m

2 stops

LUN1:30 pmLusaka

$1,623

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Ethiopian Air flights from Zambia to Illinois

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 2

LUN3:10 pmLusaka

24h 05m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 26

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

52h 40m

3 stops

LUN9:55 pmLusaka

$1,654

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 26

LUN3:45 pmLusaka

23h 55m

2 stops

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 30

ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 55m

2 stops

LUN2:40 pmLusaka

$1,656

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Ethiopian Air

Dec 11

LUN1:35 pmLusaka

26h 05m

3 stops

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 1

ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

43h 25m

2 stops

LUN1:10 pmLusaka

$1,670

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LusakaChicago

LUN - ORD

LUNORD

Lusaka

jue. 12/11

1:40 am-6:25 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 12/31

11:50 am-12:40 am

2 stops28h 50m

$1,308

LusakaChicago

LUN - ORD

LUNORD

Lusaka

jue. 12/11

1:40 am-10:05 am

2 stops40h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 1/2

8:20 pm-12:40 am

2 stops44h 20m

$1,317

LusakaChicago

LUN - ORD

LUNORD

Lusaka

mar. 11/25

1:40 am-6:25 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/30

8:20 pm-12:40 am

2 stops44h 20m

$1,365

LusakaChicago

LUN - ORD

LUNORD

Lusaka

mar. 9/2

2:15 pm-10:35 am

2 stops27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 9/26

4:50 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops38h 45m

$1,496

NdolaChicago

NLA - ORD

NLAORD

Ndola

vie. 11/7

1:20 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 11/11

8:45 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops31h 50m

$1,510

LusakaChicago

LUN - ORD

LUNORD

Lusaka

sáb. 12/13

9:20 pm-1:09 pm

2 stops47h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 1/2

2:37 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops38h 53m

$1,623

LusakaChicago

LUN - ORD

LUNORD

Lusaka

mié. 11/26

2:45 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/30

6:50 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop36h 10m

$1,641

LusakaChicago

LUN - ORD

LUNORD

Lusaka

mar. 9/2

3:10 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 9/26

10:15 am-9:55 pm

3 stops52h 40m

$1,654

LusakaChicago

LUN - ORD

LUNORD

Lusaka

mié. 11/26

3:45 pm-7:40 am

2 stops23h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/30

9:45 am-2:40 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$1,656

LusakaChicago

LUN - ORD

LUNORD

Lusaka

vie. 12/12

2:45 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/1

4:26 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops38h 34m

$1,686

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Zambia to Illinois

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

The cheapest day to depart from Zambia to Illinois is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,326. Flights from Zambia to Illinois on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,950. 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 morning. Flights from Zambia to Illinois during this time can be as low as $1,278. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,879.

Can stopping save me money on Zambia to Illinois flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Zambia to Illinois flight.

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Best Price Found	$1,173
Fastest flight time	23h 55m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Illinois	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Zambia in the past 72 hours is $1,173. The best round-trip flight deal from Zambia to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,308.

The fastest flight from Zambia to Illinois takes 23h 55m

There are no direct flights from Zambia to Illinois. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Lusaka Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Ndola Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

There is 1 airport near Illinois: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Zambia to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Zambia to Illinois are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Zambia to Illinois?
As of August 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Zambia to Illinois.
How old do you have to be to fly from Zambia 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 Zambia to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The required travel and health documents for your Illinois 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 Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Zambia to Illinois

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air France	PriceFrom $1,275	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,468 reviews	Search Air France flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,359	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,550	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 835 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights

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