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$401+ Cheap flights from Africa to Chicago (CHI)

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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Sun 11/211:00 pmALG - ORD
1 stop18h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/1611:50 amORD - ALG
1 stop21h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/1$671
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/245:25 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop31h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/3112:37 pmORD - CAI
2 stops19h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$677
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sat 12/136:00 pmALG - ORD
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/288:25 pmORD - ALG
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$681
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Sun 11/212:50 amALG - ORD
1 stop16h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/1811:50 amORD - ALG
1 stop26h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/1$701
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 11/65:20 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
Mon 1/125:10 pmORD - CAI
1 stop15h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/2$703
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/42:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop21h 00mAir France
Tue 1/135:20 pmORD - CAI
1 stop22h 50mAir France
Deal found 11/2$707
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2612:10 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop15h 50mLOT
Sun 11/309:55 pmORD - CAI
2 stops40h 35mLOT
Deal found 10/31$708
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 12/512:50 amALG - ORD
1 stop16h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sat 2/1411:50 amORD - ALG
1 stop15h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/2$708
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/42:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop21h 00mDelta
Sun 1/115:20 pmORD - CAI
1 stop22h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/2$709
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/42:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop21h 00mDelta
Wed 1/146:50 amORD - CAI
2 stops33h 20mDelta
Deal found 11/2$710
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 11/62:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop21h 00mDelta
Wed 1/147:01 amORD - CAI
2 stops33h 09mDelta
Deal found 11/2$711
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/52:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop21h 00mAir France
Tue 1/131:55 pmORD - CAI
2 stops26h 15mAir France
Deal found 11/2$712

Cheap flight deals from Africa to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated November 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$677
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$401
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,049

Good one-way deal

$825 or less
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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 November 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to Chicago that are best for you.

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Africa

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Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

AlgiersChicago

ALG - ORD

ALGORD

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Sat 12/13

6:00 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/28

8:25 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$681

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Thu 1/15

11:15 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/15

9:45 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$696

AlgiersChicago

ALG - ORD

ALGORD

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Sat 11/15

11:40 am-10:05 am

1 stop29h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

11:50 am-9:40 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$701

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Mon 1/19

5:35 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop31h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/19

9:45 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$706

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Mon 1/19

5:35 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

5:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$706

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Wed 11/26

12:10 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/30

9:55 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops40h 35m

$708

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Tue 1/20

2:10 am-6:19 pm

2 stops24h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/15

6:30 am-12:10 am

2 stops33h 40m

$715

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Tue 1/20

2:10 am-9:35 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

9:48 am-12:10 am

2 stops30h 22m

$715

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Wed 1/14

2:10 am-8:43 am

2 stops38h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/15

5:20 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 50m

$715

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Wed 1/21

5:25 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/15

9:45 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$717

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Chicago (average of $445). Flying from Africa to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $675). 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 November 3, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Africa to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Africa to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Africa to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Africa to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Air France, and Turkish Airlines 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,002 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,482 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
4,038 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,547 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,494 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

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

  • How long is the flight from Africa to Chicago?

    Departing from Africa to Chicago will take you 15h 50m. The distance between Africa and Chicago is about 6132 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $512 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Royal Jordanian. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Lufthansa and IndiGo, with prices starting from $514 and $537, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Cairo - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Lagos Murtala Muhammed - 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Chicago (average of $445). Flying from Africa to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $675). 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LOTCheapest$561Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$578Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$606Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Royal JordanianCheapest$615Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
LufthansaCheapest$651Average$896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$684Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$711Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$713Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$722Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$732Average$1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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