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$499+ Cheap flights from Africa to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$499
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,195

Good one-way deal

$825 or less
From Africa to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Africa to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/115:10 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 9/266:00 pmORD - CMN
1 stop10h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/29$499
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/165:55 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop25h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/291:43 pmORD - CAI
2 stops19h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$610
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/15:05 amCAI - ORD
1 stop22h 35mLOT
Sun 3/1510:55 pmORD - CAI
2 stops16h 35mLOT
Deal found 7/29$616
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 10/87:25 amCAI - ORD
1 stop16h 30mBritish Airways
Thu 3/1910:45 pmORD - CAI
1 stop34h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/29$632
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 9/122:25 amCAI - ORD
1 stop38h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 9/201:55 pmORD - CAI
1 stop31h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/30$655
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/163:30 amCAI - ORD
1 stop19h 30mDelta
Thu 10/3010:30 amORD - CAI
2 stops30h 35mDelta
Deal found 7/31$690
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2211:20 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/124:55 pmORD - CAI
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$715
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/243:05 pmCMN - ORD
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/3010:40 amORD - CMN
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$718
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/245:55 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop30h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/304:30 pmORD - CMN
1 stop13h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$771
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mon 9/159:00 amCMN - ORD
1 stop30h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/129:37 pmORD - CMN
2 stops27h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$781
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Tue 9/231:25 amCMN - ORD
2 stops24h 46mAir Canada
Tue 9/306:06 pmORD - CMN
2 stops31h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$787
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/231:25 amCMN - ORD
1 stop24h 30mLufthansa
Tue 9/3010:30 pmORD - CMN
1 stop20h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$796

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Africa to Chicago 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to Chicago that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

CasablancaChicago

CMN - ORD

CMNORD

Casablanca Mohamed V

Thu 9/11

5:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/26

6:00 pm-10:40 am

1 stop10h 40m

$499

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Tue 9/16

5:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop25h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/29

1:43 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops19h 37m

$610

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Wed 10/1

5:05 am-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/15

10:55 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$616

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Wed 10/8

7:25 am-3:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/19

10:45 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$632

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Fri 9/12

2:25 am-8:45 am

1 stop38h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/20

1:55 pm-5:30 am

1 stop31h 35m

$655

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Tue 9/16

3:30 am-3:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

10:30 am-1:05 am

2 stops30h 35m

$690

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Fri 8/22

11:20 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

4:55 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$715

CasablancaChicago

CMN - ORD

CMNORD

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 9/24

3:05 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

10:40 am-7:20 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$718

CasablancaChicago

CMN - ORD

CMNORD

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 9/24

5:55 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

4:30 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$771

CasablancaChicago

CMN - ORD

CMNORD

Casablanca Mohamed V

Mon 9/15

9:00 am-9:51 am

1 stop30h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

9:10 pm-7:15 am

2 stops28h 05m

$781

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to Chicago

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Africa to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 AF to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Africa to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and Delta from Africa to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,105 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

    $539 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Royal Jordanian and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from $549 and $564, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Lagos Murtala Muhammed - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Accra Kotoka - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Cairo - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Africa to Chicago.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Africa to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Africa to Chicago

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Africa to Chicago. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LOTCheapest$561Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$578Average$1,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$614Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Royal JordanianCheapest$615Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
American AirlinesCheapest$639Average$736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$659Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$673Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$684Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$711Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$713Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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