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$367+ Cheap flights from Africa to Illinois

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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Africa to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Africa to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Fri 12/266:50 amCAI - ORD
1 stop18h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/36:35 pmORD - CAI
1 stop19h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$640
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/266:50 amCAI - ORD
1 stop16h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 3/15:10 pmORD - CAI
1 stop22h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$698
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2612:10 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop15h 50mLOT
Wed 2/49:55 pmORD - CAI
1 stop16h 35mLOT
Deal found 12/15$704
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2612:10 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop15h 50mLOT
Wed 2/119:55 pmORD - CAI
1 stop16h 35mLOT
Deal found 12/16$705
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/252:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop21h 00mAir France
Wed 2/115:20 pmORD - CAI
1 stop22h 50mAir France
Deal found 12/16$708
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/142:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop21h 00mDelta
Sun 1/45:20 pmORD - CAI
1 stop22h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/14$710
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:10 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop31h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 3/49:45 pmORD - CAI
1 stop17h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/14$711
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2612:10 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop15h 50mLOT
Sun 3/19:55 pmORD - CAI
2 stops16h 35mLOT
Deal found 12/15$715
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/266:50 amCAI - ORD
1 stop16h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/46:25 pmORD - CAI
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$721
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/252:10 amCAI - ORD
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/115:20 pmORD - CAI
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$730
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/232:55 amALG - ORD
1 stop24h 10mLufthansa
Sat 1/246:25 pmORD - ALG
1 stop22h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 12/14$816
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/232:55 amALG - ORD
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/243:35 pmORD - ALG
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$821

Find flight deals from Africa to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated December 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$592
(TAP AIR PORTUGAL)

One-way from

$367
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,194

Good one-way deal

$825 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Africa to Illinois 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 December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to Illinois that are best for you.

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Africa

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CasablancaChicago

CMN - ORD

CMNORD

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sat 1/24

4:50 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop28h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

8:25 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop36h 35m

$592

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Wed 2/25

5:25 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

5:10 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$604

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Wed 2/25

6:50 am-6:45 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

9:45 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$604

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Mon 2/23

6:50 am-6:45 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

5:10 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$604

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Tue 2/24

5:35 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

9:45 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$604

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Wed 2/25

5:25 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

9:45 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$604

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Mon 2/23

6:50 am-6:45 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

9:45 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$604

CairoSt. Louis

CAI - STL

CAISTL

Cairo

Thu 2/26

6:25 am-11:28 pm

2 stops25h 03m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 3/2

6:58 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops19h 32m

$619

AlgiersChicago

ALG - ORD

ALGORD

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Thu 1/29

1:15 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops34h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/5

7:20 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops20h 35m

$718

AlgiersChicago

ALG - ORD

ALGORD

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Sat 2/28

2:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

11:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$788

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to Illinois

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Illinois (average of $457). Flying from Africa to Illinois 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Africa to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

When flying from Africa to Illinois, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the evening.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Africa to Illinois 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 Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated December 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Air France, and Turkish Airlines from Africa to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

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
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

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
1,506 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

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
4,104 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

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.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
911 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

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
7,583 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

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 Illinois. 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 Illinois?

    There are many flights that can get you from Africa to Illinois in 25h 03m. Fly via TAP AIR PORTUGAL, British Airways, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 6377 mi between Africa and Illinois. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for RwandAir. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $360. Users have also found prices from $380 and $387 on United Airlines and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Illinois (average of $457). Flying from Africa to Illinois 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 Illinois

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Africa to Illinois. 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LOTCheapest$561Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$581Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$605Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Royal JordanianCheapest$635Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$704Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$711Average$1,348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$713Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$722Average$1,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$732Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$732Average$1,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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