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$499+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — KGL
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Kigali

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Kigali
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Kigali. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/284:10 pmORD - KGL
2 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/168:50 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,385
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/299:45 amORD - KGL
1 stop23h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 1/135:40 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops22h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/17$1,442
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/309:50 pmORD - KGL
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/148:25 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,456
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/284:10 pmORD - KGL
2 stops43h 30mSWISS
Mon 1/128:50 pmKGL - ORD
1 stop23h 20mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$1,490
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/286:25 pmORD - KGL
2 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/138:50 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,527
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/296:25 pmORD - KGL
2 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/128:50 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops51h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,535
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/276:25 pmORD - KGL
2 stops41h 15mLufthansa
Mon 1/128:50 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops53h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$1,576
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/284:10 pmORD - KGL
2 stops43h 30mSWISS
Fri 1/168:50 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops23h 20mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$1,593
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/283:20 pmORD - KGL
2 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/118:25 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops51h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,598
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/305:55 pmORD - KGL
1 stop17h 25mLufthansa
Wed 1/148:25 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops30h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$1,604
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:05 amSTL - KGL
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/68:50 pmKGL - STL
3 stops46h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,367
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:35 pmSTL - KGL
2 stops41h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/68:50 pmKGL - STL
3 stops46h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,374

Find flight deals from Illinois to Kigali

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Kigali flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$839
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One-way from

$499
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,357
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Kigali that are best for you.

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ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

11:50 am-1:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

Kigali Intl

Mon 3/2

2:40 am-10:05 am

2 stops39h 25m

$839

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

8:20 pm-1:45 am

1 stop21h 25m

Kigali Intl

Wed 4/29

1:50 am-9:40 am

2 stops38h 50m

$857

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

8:20 pm-1:45 am

1 stop21h 25m

Kigali Intl

Thu 2/12

2:35 am-10:05 am

2 stops39h 30m

$875

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

11:50 am-1:40 am

1 stop29h 50m

Kigali Intl

Sun 2/8

2:40 am-6:25 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$875

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

5:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

Mon 3/2

8:50 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$910

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

5:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

Tue 3/3

8:50 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$910

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

5:55 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Kigali Intl

Tue 3/3

8:50 pm-8:10 pm

3 stops31h 20m

$914

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

5:55 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Kigali Intl

Wed 3/4

8:25 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$915

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

1:00 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Kigali Intl

Mon 3/2

8:50 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$915

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

5:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sun 2/8

8:25 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$915

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Kigali (average of $815). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to KGL?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Illinois to Kigali in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Kigali Intl (KGL), located 3.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Kigali.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Kigali?

    Departing from Illinois to Kigali will take you 17h 45m. Illinois and Kigali are separated by a distance of 7723 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Kigali (average of $815). Flying from Illinois 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Illinois to Kigali

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$815Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$846Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$958Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$959Average$1,528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$960Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$976Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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