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

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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ADD
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Ethiopia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Ethiopia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

This SAUDIA 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/156:00 am
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2 stops35h 50m
SAUDIA
Mon 9/283:35 am
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ORD
2 stops26h 02m
SAUDIA
Deal found 7/29$955
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/165:10 pm
ORD
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2 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/2710:20 am
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ORD
2 stops36h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$993
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 11/144:25 pm
ORD
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2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/47:45 pm
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ORD
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,002
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sun 11/156:25 pm
ORD
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2 stops39h 20m
Air France
Fri 12/47:45 pm
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ORD
2 stops29h 30m
Air France
Deal found 7/28$1,003
This SAUDIA 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/66:00 am
ORD
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2 stops35h 50m
SAUDIA
Sun 9/65:10 am
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ORD
2 stops24h 42m
SAUDIA
Deal found 7/29$1,004
This Air France 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/214:50 pm
ORD
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2 stops42h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/67:45 pm
ADD
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ORD
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,027
This Bravofly 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/148:25 pm
ORD
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1 stop27h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/212:20 pm
ADD
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ORD
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,034
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/58:05 pm
ORD
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1 stop32h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/162:20 pm
ADD
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ORD
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,059
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/58:20 pm
ORD
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1 stop26h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 11/179:50 pm
ADD
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1 stop26h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,061
This Jetabroad 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1310:15 am
ORD
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BJR
1 stop21h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 9/204:35 pm
BJR
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ORD
2 stops23h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/30$1,608
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sun 8/2310:15 am
ORD
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BJR
1 stop21h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/262:50 pm
BJR
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ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/28$1,778
This Jetabroad 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1410:15 am
ORD
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BJR
1 stop22h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 9/217:35 pm
BJR
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ORD
3 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/31$1,828

Find flight deals from Chicago to Ethiopia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Ethiopia flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$955
(SAUDIA)

One-way from

$499
(SAUDIA)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,460

Good round-trip deal

$1,218 or less

Good one-way deal

$811 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Ethiopia 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 August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Ethiopia that are best for you.

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ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/25

2:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop38h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 9/21

2:20 pm-8:35 am

1 stop26h 15m

$1,099

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/24

8:25 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 9/28

2:20 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$1,100

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/16

8:25 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 10/27

9:50 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$1,100

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/15

8:25 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sun 11/1

9:50 pm-7:55 am

1 stop43h 05m

$1,180

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/13

9:30 am-3:05 am

1 stop32h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 2/1

4:05 am-4:15 am

1 stop33h 10m

$1,198

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/11

1:29 pm-3:40 am

2 stops30h 11m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 9/18

5:10 am-3:10 pm

2 stops42h 00m

$1,321

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/14

11:01 am-7:45 am

2 stops36h 44m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 10/30

9:50 pm-8:55 am

1 stop43h 05m

$1,344

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/14

11:01 am-7:45 am

2 stops36h 44m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 10/28

2:05 pm-8:55 am

1 stop26h 50m

$1,344

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

10:59 am-12:45 pm

2 stops41h 46m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 9/16

9:50 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$1,402

ChicagoAddis Ababa

ORD - ADD

ORDADD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

7:00 am-12:45 pm

2 stops45h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 9/21

2:20 pm-8:35 am

1 stop26h 15m

$1,407

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Ethiopia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Ethiopia from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Ethiopia

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Ethiopia (average of $1,082). Flying from Chicago to Ethiopia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,657). 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 ET?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Ethiopia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 1, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Ethiopia

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Ethiopia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 1, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to ET0 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Ethiopia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ethiopia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ethiopia. 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 Ethiopia. Reviews last updated August 1, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Ethiopia, such as Turkish Airlines,Etihad Airways, andEthiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,460 reviews

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Muhammad,Jan 2026

ORD - DFW

Great, customer service agent at O’hare was able to change the flight due to snow storm. Thank you
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,460 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,460 reviews

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Muhammad,Jan 2026

ORD - DFW

Great, customer service agent at O’hare was able to change the flight due to snow storm. Thank you
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,499 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,460 reviews

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Muhammad,Jan 2026

ORD - DFW

Great, customer service agent at O’hare was able to change the flight due to snow storm. Thank you
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,012 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,460 reviews

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Muhammad,Jan 2026

ORD - DFW

Great, customer service agent at O’hare was able to change the flight due to snow storm. Thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Ethiopia. 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 Chicago to Ethiopia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Ethiopia in 21h 50m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Egyptair, or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. The distance from Chicago to Ethiopia is about 7359 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    While some choose either Chicago O'Hare Intl - Bahar Dar or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Makale, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Addis Ababa Bole is the most popular route from Chicago to Ethiopia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Ethiopia?

    On average you can expect to pay $3,059 for a flight from Chicago to Ethiopia. The cheapest flight overall is $752 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Addis Ababa Bole) is currently priced at $1,002.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Ethiopia (average of $1,082). Flying from Chicago to Ethiopia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,657). 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Ethiopia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Ethiopia. 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 August 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$676Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$920Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,198Average$1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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