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$1,088+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Malawi

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LLW
Dec 9 — Dec 161
Tue 12/9
Tue 12/16
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,088
(KLM)

One-way from

$952
(Kiwi.com)
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This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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.
Fri 11/284:25 pmORD - BLZ
2 stops37h 05mKLM
Tue 12/232:10 pmBLZ - ORD
2 stops33h 00mKLM
Deal found 11/7$1,088
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/289:50 pmORD - BLZ
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/233:15 pmBLZ - ORD
3 stops48h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$2,189

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Malawi that are best for you.

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ChicagoBlantyre

ORD - BLZ

ORDBLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

4:25 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Blantyre Chileka

Tue 12/23

2:10 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops33h 00m

$1,088

ChicagoBlantyre

ORD - BLZ

ORDBLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

10:15 am-8:40 am

2 stops39h 25m

Blantyre Chileka

Mon 4/27

5:10 pm-8:15 am

3 stops46h 05m

$1,505

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

4:20 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops38h 05m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 4/11

2:40 am-2:20 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$1,536

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

10:15 am-9:40 am

3 stops40h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 4/12

10:20 am-8:15 am

3 stops28h 55m

$1,571

ChicagoBlantyre

ORD - BLZ

ORDBLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

9:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops31h 40m

Blantyre Chileka

Tue 12/23

3:15 pm-7:40 am

3 stops48h 25m

$2,189

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Deals found on 11/7

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Malawi (average of $1,287). Flying from Chicago to Malawi in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,004). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malawi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malawi. 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 Malawi. Reviews last updated November 9, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air from Chicago to Malawi. 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.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
893 reviews

Boarding

7.2

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

YYZ - ADD

While I love the trip, there is need for more variety of films
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
893 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
893 reviews

Boarding

7.2

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

YYZ - ADD

While I love the trip, there is need for more variety of films

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Malawi?

    For as low as $1,088, KLM can have you in Malawi from Chicago in 37h 05m. The distance from Chicago to Malawi is about 8610 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Malawi (average of $1,287). Flying from Chicago to Malawi in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,004). 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 airline flying from Chicago to Malawi

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Chicago to Malawi. 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 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,399Average$1,819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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