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How to find the cheapest flight from
Chicago (CHI) to Africa

All the information you need to plan the best CHI to JNB flight in 2021: compare Chicago to Africa flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Africa.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Africa?

To save up to 22% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 48 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Chicago to Africa from $905 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,000 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Africa (CHI - AF)?

When flying from Chicago to Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap flights from Chicago to Africa in October, November 2021

The best prices found for CHI to Africa flights for October, November

12 Nov - 17 Nov

$452pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

30 Oct - 3 Nov

$473pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

30 Oct - 3 Nov

$500pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Chicago to Africa 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to Africa from Chicago found for this year

5 Dec - 23 Feb

$432pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

12 Nov - 17 Nov

$452pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

30 Oct - 3 Nov

$473pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Last minute flights from Chicago to Africa

Late deals on round-trip flights to Africa from Chicago, departing today and this week

30 Oct - 3 Nov

$473pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

30 Oct - 3 Nov

$500pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

CMN

Casablanca Mohamed V

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

26 Oct - 2 Nov

$565pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Etihad Airways

1 STOP

CAI

Cairo

CAI

Cairo

Etihad Airways

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

One-way flights to Africa from Chicago

The cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to Africa

9:25 pm - 7:15 am

Qatar Airways

1 Stop

26h 50m

ORD - CPT

$422

Travelgenio

5:15 pm - 11:25 am

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

1 Stop

11h 10m

ORD - RAK

$430

Gotogate

2:40 am - 7:15 pm

Air Canada

2 Stops

32h 35m

ORD - CAI

$434

Air Canada

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about <span class="emphasized">Chicago</span> to <span class="emphasized">Africa</span> flights.

Flight FAQs

From Chicago to Africa

Which airlines flying from Chicago to Africa have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Lufthansa, Delta, and Turkish Airlines are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Chicago to Africa to control the spread of COVID-19?

Airlines globally have implemented additional safety measures to accommodate you. Etihad Airways is one of them. Airline carriers are regularly disinfecting and sanitizing their aircraft. Masks are provided and are mandatory while on board. Pre-flight testing for symptoms and antibodies, alongside socially distanced seating (for a limited time) will work towards keeping travelers safer while flying from Chicago to Africa. Policies will vary by airline.

Can I find flights from Chicago to Africa for under $500 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Africa for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on TAP AIR PORTUGAL for just $432, but on average you can expect to pay $497.

Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Africa for under $500?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Africa within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $390. TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights start at $405 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $422 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Africa?

Major Airline, American Airlines and Air France are the most popular airlines when flying from Chicago to Africa.

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 - Casablanca Mohamed V.

What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Africa?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Africa? While on average our users pay $2,077, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $522. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cairo), is priced around $568.

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Destination points for flights from Chicago to Africa

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Flights from Midway to OR Tambo from $725 pp

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Flights from O'Hare Intl to Accra from $795 pp

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Flights from O'Hare Intl to Bamako from $930 pp

Flights from O'Hare Intl to Banjul from $743 pp

Flights from O'Hare Intl to Cairo from $568 pp

Flights from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town from $700 pp

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Destination information for Africa

Things to know before you go - useful duration and weather info for your trip from Chicago to Africa.

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Airports servicing Chicago

O'Hare Intl (ORD)

Midway (MDW)

Rockford (RFD)

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	$374	$1,143	No cancel fee	N/A
Austrian Airlines	$468	$833	No cancel fee	78%
Iberia	$496	$964	No cancel fee	77%
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	$513	$748	No cancel fee	N/A
Air Canada	$521	$774	No cancel fee	67%
Alitalia	$527	$775	No cancel fee	81%
Air France	$547	$882	No cancel fee	77%
Turkish Airlines	$554	$1,000	No cancel fee	77%
Etihad Airways	$584	$966	No cancel fee	75%
Royal Jordanian	$590	$877	No cancel fee	61%

How to find the cheapest flight from
Chicago (CHI) to Africa

All the information you need to plan the best CHI to JNB flight in 2021: compare Chicago to Africa flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Africa.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Africa?

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Africa (CHI - AF)?

Cheap flights from Chicago to Africa in October, November 2021

The best prices found for CHI to Africa flights for October, November

Chicago to Africa 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to Africa from Chicago found for this year

Last minute flights from Chicago to Africa

Late deals on round-trip flights to Africa from Chicago, departing today and this week

One-way flights to Africa from Chicago

The cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to Africa