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$211+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Africa

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Feb 11 — Feb 181
Wed 2/11
Wed 2/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated January 12, 2026.

Round-trip from

$471
(oojo)

One-way from

$211
(Travelocity)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,122

Good round-trip deal

$1,162 or less

Good one-way deal

$836 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 12, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/68:15 pm
ORD
-
RAK
1 stop14h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 2/146:10 pm
RAK
-
ORD
1 stop27h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/11$471
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/18:25 pm
ORD
-
RAK
1 stop13h 30m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 3/1412:45 pm
RAK
-
ORD
1 stop32h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/12$479
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/194:30 pm
ORD
-
RAK
1 stop18h 35m
British Airways
Tue 5/54:05 pm
RAK
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 1/12$493
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:15 pm
ORD
-
RAK
1 stop17h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 5/155:20 pm
RAK
-
ORD
1 stop28h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/10$494
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:00 pm
ORD
-
RAK
2 stops18h 10m
British Airways
Wed 5/63:45 pm
RAK
-
ORD
1 stop32h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 1/12$495
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/1911:44 am
ORD
-
RAK
2 stops20h 01m
British Airways
Wed 2/411:35 am
RAK
-
ORD
1 stop33h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 1/12$496
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:15 pm
ORD
-
RAK
1 stop17h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 5/55:10 pm
RAK
-
ORD
1 stop28h 50m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/12$499
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/84:14 pm
ORD
-
RAK
2 stops37h 26m
British Airways
Mon 2/165:00 pm
RAK
-
ORD
1 stop30h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 1/12$500
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:15 pm
ORD
-
RAK
1 stop17h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 5/1411:45 am
RAK
-
ORD
1 stop34h 15m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/10$501
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:00 pm
ORD
-
RAK
2 stops18h 10m
British Airways
Tue 5/54:05 pm
RAK
-
ORD
2 stops30h 56m
British Airways
Deal found 1/12$505
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/1911:44 am
ORD
-
RAK
2 stops19h 26m
British Airways
Mon 2/22:45 pm
RAK
-
ORD
1 stop31h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 1/11$506
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Thu 1/2910:00 am
ORD
-
CMN
2 stops17h 35m
United Airlines
Sun 2/112:15 pm
CMN
-
ORD
2 stops32h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/12$585

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Africa 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 January 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Africa that are best for you.

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Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoMarrakech

ORD - RAK

ORDRAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/6

8:15 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Marrakech Menara

Sat 2/14

12:45 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$479

ChicagoMarrakech

ORD - RAK

ORDRAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/10

5:40 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 2/18

11:35 am-5:00 pm

1 stop35h 25m

$493

ChicagoMarrakech

ORD - RAK

ORDRAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

9:45 pm-10:45 am

1 stop30h 00m

Marrakech Menara

Mon 2/16

5:00 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$496

ChicagoMarrakech

ORD - RAK

ORDRAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

6:25 pm-11:55 am

1 stop34h 30m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 2/4

11:35 am-1:50 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$496

ChicagoMarrakech

ORD - RAK

ORDRAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

3:27 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops17h 38m

Marrakech Menara

Mon 2/16

5:00 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$500

ChicagoMarrakech

ORD - RAK

ORDRAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

5:40 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Marrakech Menara

Mon 2/2

5:00 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops31h 47m

$503

ChicagoMarrakech

ORD - RAK

ORDRAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

5:40 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 3/4

11:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$508

ChicagoMarrakech

ORD - RAK

ORDRAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

1:39 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops16h 41m

Marrakech Menara

Tue 3/31

4:05 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$515

ChicagoCasablanca

ORD - CMN

ORDCMN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/12

3:35 pm-10:35 am

1 stop12h 00m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sun 3/22

11:15 am-11:18 am

1 stop30h 03m

$594

ChicagoCasablanca

ORD - CMN

ORDCMN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

4:25 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Mon 3/23

5:55 am-4:10 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$601

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Africa

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Africa (average of $449). Flying from Chicago to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $732). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. 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 Africa. Reviews last updated January 12, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Chicago to Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,038 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,038 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,038 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,147 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,038 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,155 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,038 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
942 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,038 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,665 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,038 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Africa in 12h. Fly via TAP AIR PORTUGAL, British Airways, or Air Canada to get the fastest option. There are 4268 mi between Chicago and Africa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Iberia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $236. Air France flights start at $250 while deals on American Airlines start at $297 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Africa?

    The most popular route from Chicago to Africa is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cairo. You may also consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Lagos Murtala Muhammed or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Africa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Africa 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 Africa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Africa (average of $449). Flying from Chicago to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $732). 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 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Africa. 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 January 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$435Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$444Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$459Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$462Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Royal JordanianCheapest$527Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$532Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
SWISSCheapest$542Average$1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$562Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$570Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$625Average$1,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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