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$803+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Kinshasa (FIH)

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 6/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — FIH
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sun 6/21
Sun 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Kinshasa

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Kinshasa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Kinshasa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 22, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Thu 10/17:20 pm
ORD
-
FIH
1 stop30h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 10/309:50 am
FIH
-
ORD
2 stops35h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/21$977
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Sun 11/295:20 pm
ORD
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FIH
2 stops21h 25m
KLM
Wed 2/178:20 pm
FIH
-
ORD
2 stops25h 50m
KLM
Deal found 5/18$1,092
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Sun 11/295:20 pm
ORD
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FIH
2 stops21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/178:20 pm
FIH
-
ORD
3 stops27h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,097
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/205:10 pm
ORD
-
FIH
2 stops21h 30m
KLM
Mon 10/1210:20 pm
FIH
-
ORD
2 stops25h 14m
KLM
Deal found 5/17$1,108
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Thu 10/15:10 pm
ORD
-
FIH
1 stop19h 10m
KLM
Wed 10/288:20 pm
FIH
-
ORD
3 stops25h 05m
KLM
Deal found 5/18$1,119
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Thu 10/15:10 pm
ORD
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FIH
1 stop18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/288:20 pm
FIH
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ORD
3 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,129

Find flight deals from Chicago to Kinshasa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Kinshasa (FIH). 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 May 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$977
(oojo)

One-way from

$803
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,251
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($340 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Kinshasa that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoKinshasa

ORD - FIH

ORDFIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/1

5:10 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Kinshasa N'djili

Wed 10/28

8:20 pm-3:25 pm

3 stops25h 05m

$1,119

ChicagoKinshasa

ORD - FIH

ORDFIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/1

7:20 pm-7:40 am

1 stop30h 20m

Kinshasa N'djili

Wed 10/28

2:20 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops55h 10m

$1,175
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoKinshasa

ORD - FIH

ORDFIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/1

6:00 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Kinshasa N'djili

Wed 10/28

10:45 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$1,205

ChicagoKinshasa

ORD - FIH

ORDFIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/1

6:00 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Kinshasa N'djili

Wed 10/28

10:45 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$1,205

ChicagoKinshasa

ORD - FIH

ORDFIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

6:00 am-7:20 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Kinshasa N'djili

Thu 10/29

10:45 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$1,210

ChicagoKinshasa

ORD - FIH

ORDFIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/1

7:20 pm-7:40 am

1 stop30h 20m

Kinshasa N'djili

Fri 7/31

9:15 am-3:05 pm

2 stops35h 50m

$1,242

ChicagoKinshasa

ORD - FIH

ORDFIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/5

4:20 pm-7:50 pm

3 stops21h 30m

Kinshasa N'djili

Tue 6/9

9:30 pm-4:26 pm

2 stops24h 56m

$1,437
Cheapest one-way

ChicagoKinshasa

ORD - FIH

ORDFIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/16

8:05 pm-7:40 am

2 stops53h 35m

$924
Quickest one-way

ChicagoKinshasa

ORD - FIH

ORDFIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/16

6:00 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$975

ChicagoKinshasa

ORD - FIH

ORDFIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/16

4:20 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops21h 00m

$1,002

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Deals found on 5/17

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Kinshasa

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 Kinshasa in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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-Kinshasa flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Kinshasa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Kinshasa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Kinshasa flights, Cheapflights users trust Ovago the most. Ovago 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-Kinshasa 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 Kinshasa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kinshasa from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kinshasa (average of $720). Flying from Chicago to Kinshasa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,469). 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.

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

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

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

Brussels (BRU) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Kinshasa on Cheapflights.

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

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

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $964.

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

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Kinshasa, 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: 19h 25m.

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

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Kinshasa, 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 4h 05m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Kinshasa?

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Kinshasa is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kinshasa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kinshasa. 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 Kinshasa. Reviews last updated May 22, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Brussels Airlines and Ethiopian Air from Chicago to Kinshasa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Brussels Airlines
7.2
Good
409 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.2

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Nyaga,Mar 2026

BRU - NBO

Airbus A330 was quite empty, so had all the seats to myself. Very comfortable. Flight left on time. Not a fan of pizza as it is processed carbs heavy but the rest of the food was good. Movies were good. I enjoyed Better Man - a movie on Robbie William's life.
Brussels Airlines
7.2
Good
409 reviews
Brussels Airlines
7.2
Good
409 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.2

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Nyaga,Mar 2026

BRU - NBO

Airbus A330 was quite empty, so had all the seats to myself. Very comfortable. Flight left on time. Not a fan of pizza as it is processed carbs heavy but the rest of the food was good. Movies were good. I enjoyed Better Man - a movie on Robbie William's life.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,000 reviews
Brussels Airlines
7.2
Good
409 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.2

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Nyaga,Mar 2026

BRU - NBO

Airbus A330 was quite empty, so had all the seats to myself. Very comfortable. Flight left on time. Not a fan of pizza as it is processed carbs heavy but the rest of the food was good. Movies were good. I enjoyed Better Man - a movie on Robbie William's life.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Kinshasa. 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 Kinshasa from Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago to Kinshasa, you will be flying into N'djili. Kinshasa N'djili (FIH) is just 11.0 mi from the center of the city. N'djili is the only Kinshasa airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 5 airlines have flights to Kinshasa N'djili from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Kinshasa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Kinshasa in 19h 10m. Fly via KLM or Brussels Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Chicago to Kinshasa is about 7101 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Kinshasa, with prices starting at $890. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $892 and $965, respectively. Turkish Airlines is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kinshasa (average of $720). Flying from Chicago to Kinshasa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,469). 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 5 airlines flying from Chicago to Kinshasa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Kinshasa. 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 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$890Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$892Average$1,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$965Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$974Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$983Average$1,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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