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$1,140+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Malawi

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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LLW
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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$1,437
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$1,140
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Malawi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Malawi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Wed 10/2210:15 amORD - BLZ
2 stops37h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/15:10 pmBLZ - ORD
3 stops46h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/15$1,385
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Wed 10/1510:15 amORD - LLW
1 stop19h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/224:45 pmLLW - ORD
3 stops46h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/14$1,423
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Thu 11/139:45 amORD - LLW
2 stops37h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/232:45 pmLLW - ORD
2 stops24h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/14$1,437
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:50 pmORD - LLW
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/246:25 pmLLW - ORD
2 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$1,463
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Thu 11/139:45 amORD - LLW
2 stops37h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/224:00 pmLLW - ORD
4 stops47h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/14$1,478
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Thu 11/139:45 amORD - LLW
2 stops37h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/214:45 pmLLW - ORD
3 stops46h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/14$1,484
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/139:45 amORD - LLW
2 stops37h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/254:00 pmLLW - ORD
4 stops47h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/14$1,491
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 10/1610:15 amORD - LLW
3 stops40h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/238:10 amLLW - ORD
4 stops31h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/15$1,502

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ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

9:45 am-7:30 am

2 stops37h 45m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 11/23

2:45 pm-7:40 am

2 stops24h 55m

$1,437

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

6:50 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops34h 35m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 11/24

6:25 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$1,463

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

9:45 am-7:30 am

2 stops37h 45m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 11/21

4:45 pm-7:40 am

3 stops46h 55m

$1,484

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

9:45 am-9:40 am

3 stops39h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 11/22

4:00 pm-7:40 am

4 stops47h 40m

$1,505

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

9:45 am-7:30 am

2 stops37h 45m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 11/26

8:10 am-7:40 am

4 stops31h 30m

$1,514

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

9:45 am-9:40 am

3 stops39h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 11/25

4:00 pm-7:40 am

4 stops47h 40m

$1,517

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/30

9:45 am-12:50 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 12/7

2:45 pm-2:25 pm

3 stops31h 40m

$1,558

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/12

11:50 am-12:50 pm

2 stops41h 00m

$1,140

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/12

9:45 am-12:50 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$1,325

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Deals found on 10/13

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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 October 16, 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
875 reviews

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.9

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jaris,Sep 2025

ATL - ADD

The plane was showing it's age. But the service was great, better than expected.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
875 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
875 reviews

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.9

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jaris,Sep 2025

ATL - ADD

The plane was showing it's age. But the service was great, better than expected.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Malawi?

    For as low as $1,437, Ethiopian Air can have you in Malawi from Chicago in 37h 45m. The distance from Chicago to Malawi is about 8464 mi.

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

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

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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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,379Average$1,857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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