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$1,340+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Zambia

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LUN
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Zambia

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Zambia
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This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/189:45 amORD - LUN
1 stop19h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/253:10 pmLUN - ORD
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/11$2,501
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/189:45 amORD - LUN
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/259:20 pmLUN - ORD
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$3,350

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3 stars

Round-trip from

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June

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January

Average price

$1,723
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ChicagoLusaka

ORD - LUN

ORDLUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

9:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Lusaka

Tue 3/24

3:10 pm-8:40 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,340

ChicagoLusaka

ORD - LUN

ORDLUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

1:10 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Lusaka

Mon 3/23

2:10 am-8:35 am

2 stops37h 25m

$1,347

ChicagoLusaka

ORD - LUN

ORDLUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

7:01 am-9:15 am

2 stops42h 14m

Lusaka

Tue 3/24

10:05 am-12:57 pm

3 stops33h 52m

$1,382

ChicagoLusaka

ORD - LUN

ORDLUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/21

9:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Lusaka

Fri 3/20

3:10 pm-8:40 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,420

ChicagoLusaka

ORD - LUN

ORDLUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/5

9:45 am-1:10 pm

2 stops43h 25m

Lusaka

Sun 2/8

12:20 pm-7:40 am

3 stops27h 20m

$1,474

ChicagoLusaka

ORD - LUN

ORDLUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/21

6:04 am-1:20 am

3 stops35h 16m

Lusaka

Fri 3/20

3:10 pm-2:33 pm

3 stops30h 23m

$1,634

ChicagoLivingstone

ORD - LVI

ORDLVI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/29

7:20 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops34h 15m

Livingstone

Sun 5/3

6:05 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops51h 45m

$1,906

ChicagoLivingstone

ORD - LVI

ORDLVI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/29

7:05 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops34h 30m

Livingstone

Sun 5/3

1:15 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops31h 35m

$1,917

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Deals found on 12/11

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Zambia

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Zambia (average of $1,037). Flying from Chicago to Zambia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,813). 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 CHI to ZM?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Zambia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Zambia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zambia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zambia. 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 Zambia. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air from Chicago to Zambia 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,088 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
902 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Zambia?

    Departing from Chicago to Zambia will take you 19h 25m. There are 8263 mi between Chicago and Zambia. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Zambia (average of $1,037). Flying from Chicago to Zambia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,813). 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Zambia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Zambia. 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,001Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,053Average$1,656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,366Average$1,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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