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$499+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Addis Ababa (ADD)

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CHI — ADD
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Addis Ababa Bole are usually found in April or February, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Addis Ababa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Addis Ababa (ADD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$942
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$499
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,519

Good round-trip deal

$1,258 or less

Good one-way deal

$745 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Addis Ababa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/87:50 pmORD - ADD
1 stop19h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 10/1612:45 amADD - ORD
1 stop40h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$942
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2511:25 amORD - ADD
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/291:00 amADD - ORD
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,167
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/138:25 pmORD - ADD
2 stops42h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 11/261:35 amADD - ORD
1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,193
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/139:45 amORD - ADD
Nonstop13h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/2710:40 pmADD - ORD
1 stop18h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11$1,225
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/78:35 pmORD - ADD
1 stop33h 10mEmirates
Sun 9/214:00 pmADD - ORD
1 stop31h 45mEmirates
Deal found 6/10$1,249
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/251:55 pmORD - ADD
1 stop33h 50mEtihad Airways
Fri 8/19:50 pmADD - ORD
1 stop42h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/79:31 pmORD - ADD
1 stop25h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/2110:50 pmADD - ORD
2 stops28h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,403
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/73:35 pmORD - ADD
2 stops30h 25mAir Canada
Sun 9/214:00 pmADD - ORD
2 stops35h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,448
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/134:20 pmORD - ADD
1 stop29h 05mAustrian Airlines
Fri 10/2412:35 amADD - ORD
2 stops25h 55mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,454

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa that are best for you.

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ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

7:50 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 10/16

12:45 am-9:40 am

1 stop40h 55m

$942

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/25

11:25 am-11:45 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 9/29

1:00 am-2:55 pm

2 stops21h 55m

$1,167

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

8:25 pm-12:05 am

2 stops42h 40m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 11/26

1:35 am-2:30 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$1,193

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

9:45 am-8:30 am

Nonstop13h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 11/27

10:40 pm-7:40 am

1 stop18h 00m

$1,225

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/7

8:35 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 9/21

4:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop31h 45m

$1,249

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/25

1:55 pm-7:45 am

1 stop33h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 8/1

9:50 pm-8:45 am

1 stop42h 55m

$1,371

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/7

9:31 pm-7:10 am

1 stop25h 39m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 9/21

10:50 pm-7:48 pm

2 stops28h 58m

$1,403

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/7

3:35 pm-6:00 am

2 stops30h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 9/21

4:00 pm-7:29 pm

2 stops35h 29m

$1,448

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/13

4:20 pm-5:25 am

1 stop29h 05m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 10/24

12:35 am-6:30 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$1,454

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/28

9:40 pm-5:55 am

2 stops24h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 7/21

12:05 am-12:55 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$1,658

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Addis Ababa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Addis Ababa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Addis Ababa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Addis Ababa. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Addis Ababa?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Addis Ababa (average of $988). Flying from Chicago to Addis Ababa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to ADD?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Addis Ababa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Addis Ababa in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 46% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Addis Ababa by month

Plan your trip to Addis Ababa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Addis Ababa ranges from 0.4 - 11.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Addis Ababa when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Addis Ababa by month

Plan your trip to Addis Ababa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Addis Ababa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 59.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Addis Ababa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Addis Ababa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Addis Ababa. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Addis Ababa, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Austrian Airlines and Qatar Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Addis Ababa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Addis Ababa from Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Addis Ababa from Chicago, you will be flying to Bole, which is the city’s only airport. Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) is located 4.8 mi from the center of Addis Ababa. There are 0 flights from Chicago to Bole per day from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Addis Ababa round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Addis Ababa, with prices starting at $942. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at $1,242 and $1,249, respectively. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Addis Ababa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $506. Ethiopian Air flights start at $724 while deals on Austrian Airlines start at $805 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,710 for a flight from Chicago to Addis Ababa. The cheapest flight overall is $689 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Addis Ababa Bole) is currently priced at $1,079.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Addis Ababa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Addis Ababa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Addis Ababa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Addis Ababa (average of $988). Flying from Chicago to Addis Ababa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Chicago to Addis Ababa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$879Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,126Average$1,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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