HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Kigali

$683+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Kigali (KGL)

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — KGL
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Chicago to Kigali with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Find flight deals from Chicago to Kigali

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Kigali
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Kigali. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 30, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/279:45 amORD - KGL
1 stop23h 00mEthiopian Air
jue. 12/45:40 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops22h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/30$853
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/275:55 pmORD - KGL
1 stop17h 45mBrussels Airlines
jue. 12/48:50 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops23h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 10/30$915
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/265:55 pmORD - KGL
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/108:25 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$930
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/272:30 pmORD - KGL
2 stops21h 10mUnited Airlines
jue. 12/48:50 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops31h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$944
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/299:50 pmORD - KGL
2 stops37h 30mLufthansa
jue. 1/298:50 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops23h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 10/30$971
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/315:55 pmORD - KGL
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
sáb. 2/288:50 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$978
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/275:55 pmORD - KGL
1 stop17h 45mLufthansa
jue. 12/48:50 pmKGL - ORD
1 stop23h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 10/30$980
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/315:55 pmORD - KGL
1 stop18h 45mBrussels Airlines
mar. 12/98:50 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops23h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 10/30$988
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/315:55 pmORD - KGL
1 stop17h 45mLufthansa
sáb. 2/288:50 pmKGL - ORD
1 stop23h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 10/29$992
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/299:50 pmORD - KGL
2 stops37h 30mLufthansa
mié. 1/288:25 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops25h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 10/30$994

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Kigali

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Kigali (KGL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated octubre 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$853
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$683
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$959
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Kigali Intl flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Kigali Intl flights.
Search Deals
From Chicago (CHI) to Kigali Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Kigali Intl
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($186 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Kigali 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 octubre 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Kigali that are best for you.

Fly from

Chicago

Fly to

Kigali

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 11/27

11:52 am-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 48m

Kigali Intl

jue. 12/4

8:50 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$934

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 12/31

5:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

sáb. 2/28

8:50 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$978

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 12/29

9:50 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops37h 30m

Kigali Intl

jue. 1/29

8:50 pm-2:10 pm

3 stops25h 20m

$994

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 12/27

9:45 am-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 00m

Kigali Intl

mar. 1/27

5:40 pm-7:40 am

2 stops22h 00m

$1,070

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 12/27

9:45 am-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 00m

Kigali Intl

jue. 1/29

5:40 pm-7:40 am

2 stops22h 00m

$1,070

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 12/28

6:50 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops64h 30m

Kigali Intl

jue. 1/29

8:50 pm-4:20 pm

3 stops51h 30m

$1,108

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 1/20

6:50 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop34h 55m

Kigali Intl

lun. 4/20

3:50 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$1,159

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 11/3

5:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

mié. 11/5

8:25 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$1,241

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/25

9:45 am-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 00m

Kigali Intl

jue. 1/29

5:40 pm-7:40 am

2 stops22h 00m

$1,247

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 11/3

6:40 am-6:40 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Kigali Intl

mar. 11/4

2:35 am-10:05 am

2 stops39h 30m

$1,256

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/30

Showing 1-10 of 17 results
1
2

Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Kigali

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Kigali in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Kigali flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Kigali flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Kigali flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Kigali flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Kigali flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Kigali

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kigali from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Kigali

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kigali (average of $779). Flying from Chicago to Kigali in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,166). 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 KGL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Kigali. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octubre 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Kigali is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Kigali?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Kigali?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Kigali chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Kigali on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Kigali?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Kigali, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Addis Ababa (ADD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,193.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Kigali?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Kigali, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Brussels (BRU) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 18h 01m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Kigali?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Kigali, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Brussels (BRU) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 29m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kigali

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kigali. 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 Kigali. Reviews last updated octubre 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Ethiopian Air from Chicago to Kigali. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Brussels Airlines
7.2
Good
369 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
884 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,542 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kigali from Chicago?

    Kigali Intl (KGL) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Kigali. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kigali Intl from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Kigali airport from Chicago. It is only a 3.2 mi journey from Kigali Intl (KGL) to Kigali’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Kigali?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Kigali can take about 23h 48m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $934. Chicago and Kigali are separated by a distance of 7723 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Kigali round-trip?

    Currently priced at $779, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Kigali and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $846 and $958, respectively. Turkish Airlines is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Lufthansa, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $683. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Kigali for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kigali (average of $779). Flying from Chicago to Kigali in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,166). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Chicago to Kigali

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
O'Hare Intl to Kigali flights
St. Louis to Kigali flights

Top 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Kigali

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Kigali. 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 octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$779Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$846Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$958Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$960Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$976Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$1,078Average$1,528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.