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$502+ 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
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/265:55 pmORD - KGL
1 stop17h 45mBrussels Airlines
Thu 12/118:50 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops23h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 10/31$923
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/266:02 amORD - KGL
2 stops29h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/118:50 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$934
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/262:30 pmORD - KGL
2 stops21h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/118:50 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops32h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$944
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:55 pmORD - KGL
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/288:50 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/1$977
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:50 amORD - KGL
1 stop29h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 2/272:40 amKGL - ORD
2 stops39h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/1$999
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 11/75:55 pmORD - KGL
1 stop17h 45mLufthansa
Tue 11/118:50 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops23h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 11/2$1,025
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 11/71:16 pmORD - KGL
2 stops22h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/118:50 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,030
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/51:46 pmORD - KGL
2 stops21h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/228:50 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$1,032
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1710:00 amSTL - KGL
2 stops25h 40mLufthansa
Mon 1/59:25 pmKGL - STL
3 stops26h 38mLufthansa
Deal found 11/1$3,299
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 12/177:00 amSTL - KGL
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/42:40 amKGL - STL
3 stops43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$3,340
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/177:00 amSTL - KGL
2 stops46h 30mQatar Airways
Mon 1/53:50 pmKGL - STL
2 stops38h 54mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/1$4,977

Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Kigali

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Kigali flight deals. Data was last updated November 3, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$871
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$502
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,014
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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 November 3, 2025.
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ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/26

6:02 am-7:40 pm

2 stops29h 38m

Kigali Intl

Thu 12/11

8:50 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$934

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

5:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

Thu 3/26

8:50 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$959

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

5:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sat 2/28

8:50 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$977

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

5:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sat 2/28

8:50 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$992

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/5

1:46 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops21h 54m

Kigali Intl

Mon 12/22

8:50 pm-4:20 pm

3 stops27h 30m

$1,032

St. LouisKigali

STL - KGL

STLKGL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 4/8

11:14 am-1:30 pm

2 stops43h 16m

Kigali Intl

Wed 4/22

3:50 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops38h 34m

$1,108

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

6:50 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Kigali Intl

Wed 3/25

1:20 am-3:45 pm

3 stops45h 25m

$1,150

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-1:05 am

3 stops34h 05m

Kigali Intl

Sat 1/17

5:40 pm-7:40 am

2 stops22h 00m

$1,284

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/28

6:25 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops41h 15m

Kigali Intl

Fri 1/16

8:50 pm-3:20 pm

3 stops26h 30m

$1,284

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/5

4:25 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Kigali Intl

Mon 12/22

9:30 pm-3:10 pm

3 stops25h 40m

$1,294

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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 $779). 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 November 3, 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.

  • 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 $779). 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$779Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$846Average$1,146FlexibilityNo 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

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