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$492+ 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 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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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 May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$596
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$492
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,031
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/287:25 amCAI - ORD
1 stop16h 30mBritish Airways
Mon 6/27:15 pmORD - CAI
1 stop22h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1$596
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/243:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop17h 10mLOT
Sun 12/79:55 pmORD - CAI
2 stops40h 35mLOT
Deal found 4/29$633
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/276:00 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop28h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/61:15 pmORD - CAI
2 stops18h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$681
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/243:30 amCAI - ORD
2 stops22h 33mDelta
Wed 8/205:10 pmORD - CAI
1 stop24h 20mDelta
Deal found 5/1$769
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/710:10 pmACC - ORD
1 stop22h 45mBritish Airways
Sun 5/119:15 pmORD - ACC
1 stop16h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$779
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/244:45 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop28h 35mAustrian Airlines
Sat 12/61:12 pmORD - CAI
2 stops18h 23mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 5/1$788
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:00 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop26h 10mSWISS
Wed 12/33:45 pmORD - CAI
2 stops36h 15mSWISS
Deal found 4/29$797
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/176:00 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/144:20 pmORD - CAI
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$802
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/710:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop15h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 10/1611:25 amORD - CAI
1 stop32h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30$820
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/24:45 amCAI - ORD
2 stops24h 40mITA Airways
Sun 5/113:00 pmORD - CAI
1 stop27h 15mITA Airways
Deal found 4/30$836
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/294:55 amCAI - ORD
2 stops21h 26mLufthansa
Sat 12/63:45 pmORD - CAI
2 stops19h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$840
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/281:00 amADD - ORD
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/63:35 pmORD - ADD
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$857

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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 May 1, 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

Wed 5/28

7:25 am-3:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/2

7:15 pm-1:20 am

1 stop22h 05m

$596

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Wed 9/24

3:10 am-12:20 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/7

9:55 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops40h 35m

$633

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Sat 9/27

6:00 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop28h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

1:15 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$681

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Tue 6/24

3:30 am-4:18 pm

2 stops20h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

3:35 pm-1:30 am

2 stops25h 55m

$769

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Wed 9/24

4:45 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop28h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

1:12 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops18h 23m

$788

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Thu 9/25

6:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

3:45 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$797

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Thu 7/17

6:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/14

4:20 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$802

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Tue 10/7

10:10 am-5:55 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/16

11:25 am-4:20 am

1 stop32h 55m

$820

CairoChicago

CAI - ORD

CAIORD

Cairo

Mon 9/29

4:55 am-6:21 pm

2 stops21h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/9

4:10 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$840

AccraChicago

ACC - ORD

ACCORD

Accra Kotoka

Fri 9/26

10:10 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/11

4:56 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops20h 19m

$846

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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 May 1, 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 May 1, 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,069 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Royal Jordanian. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $492. Users have also found prices from $578 and $582 on Qatar Airways and American Airlines, 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, 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$479Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$559Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$578Average$1,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$605Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$614Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$626Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Royal JordanianCheapest$644Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Air CanadaCheapest$680Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$684Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$692Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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