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$511+ Cheap flights from Africa to Illinois

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JNB — ORD
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sat 6/21
Sat 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Africa to Illinois

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

Round-trip from

$605
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$511
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,098

Good one-way deal

$825 or less
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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 June 16, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/226:05 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop29h 50mBritish Airways
Sun 7/137:15 pmORD - CAI
1 stop22h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/14$605
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/143:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop20h 00mLOT
Sat 10/49:40 pmORD - CAI
1 stop20h 30mLOT
Deal found 6/16$640
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:30 amALG - ORD
1 stop14h 30mKLM
Wed 7/305:10 pmORD - ALG
1 stop18h 35mKLM
Deal found 6/14$685
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/72:50 pmALG - ORD
2 stops34h 03mAir Canada
Sun 8/3110:40 amORD - ALG
1 stop19h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 6/15$710
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Wed 6/256:10 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop25h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/204:55 pmORD - CAI
1 stop15h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$734
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/12:50 pmALG - ORD
2 stops24h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/306:20 pmORD - ALG
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$747
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/245:55 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop27h 15mITA Airways
Mon 8/43:00 pmORD - CAI
1 stop27h 15mITA Airways
Deal found 6/14$783
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/286:00 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop26h 10mSWISS
Wed 8/62:20 pmORD - CAI
1 stop18h 50mSWISS
Deal found 6/15$785
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/52:05 amCAI - ORD
2 stops29h 48mDelta
Tue 11/2510:35 amORD - CAI
2 stops29h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/15$786
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/47:25 amCAI - ORD
2 stops20h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/91:27 pmORD - CAI
2 stops19h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$788
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/63:40 amCAI - ORD
1 stop17h 40mAustrian Airlines
Thu 10/164:20 pmORD - CAI
1 stop26h 20mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/16$794
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/283:30 amCAI - ORD
1 stop19h 30mAir France
Mon 9/295:10 pmORD - CAI
1 stop24h 20mAir France
Deal found 6/15$814

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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 June 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to Illinois that are best for you.

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Illinois

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CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Sun 6/29

6:05 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/25

5:00 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$605

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Mon 7/14

3:10 am-3:10 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/4

9:40 pm-2:10 am

1 stop20h 30m

$640

AlgiersChicago

ALG - ORD

ALGORD

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 7/1

6:30 am-3:00 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

5:10 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$685

AlgiersChicago

ALG - ORD

ALGORD

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Mon 7/7

2:50 pm-6:53 pm

2 stops34h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/31

10:40 am-11:45 am

1 stop19h 05m

$710

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Sun 6/29

6:05 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop28h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/25

3:09 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops17h 56m

$734

AlgiersChicago

ALG - ORD

ALGORD

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 7/1

2:50 pm-9:09 am

2 stops24h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

6:20 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops21h 25m

$747

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Fri 11/7

6:50 am-7:45 pm

2 stops20h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/22

1:15 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$753

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Thu 6/26

5:55 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/4

3:00 pm-2:15 am

1 stop27h 15m

$783

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Sat 6/28

6:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/6

2:20 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$785

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Wed 11/5

2:05 am-11:53 pm

2 stops29h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/25

10:35 am-12:05 am

2 stops29h 30m

$786

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to Illinois

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Africa to Illinois 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 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 June 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Africa to Illinois as you normally would.

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 16, 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,363 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,081 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
804 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $511. Users have also found prices from $529 and $551 on Air Canada and Royal Jordanian, 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.

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    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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Africa to Illinois 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 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 June 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LOTCheapest$561Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$578Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$614Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$626Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Royal JordanianCheapest$635Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
American AirlinesCheapest$639Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air FranceCheapest$673Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$684Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$711Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$716Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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