Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Africa from $354

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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHI — JNB
Jun 4 — Jun 111

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Africa?

To save up to 7% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 49 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Chicago to Africa from $880 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,179 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Africa?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Africa from Chicago. Users have commonly found prices around $1,145 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $740. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to AF?

When flying from Chicago to Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Chicago and Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,765,679 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Sun 10/610:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/238:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/29$731
Sun 10/610:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/238:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/29$757
Sun 10/610:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/232:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/30$761
Wed 10/910:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/302:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops24h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/30$788
Fri 11/19:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop20h 20mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/208:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/29$797
Mon 9/2310:15 amORD - NBO
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/146:00 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops22h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/30$801
Wed 10/910:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/308:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/29$809
Fri 9/1310:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 9/288:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/29$811
Tue 9/1710:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/18:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/30$816

Cheap American Airlines flights from Chicago to Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Chicago and Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,765,679 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Sat 11/96:25 pmORD - JNB
2 stops31h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/257:45 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops32h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/30$891
Sun 6/211:32 amORD - CMN
2 stops18h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/165:50 pmCMN - ORD
2 stops31h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,135

Cheap Chicago to Africa flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Africa specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,765,679 searches. Prices were last updated on May 30, 2024.
Sat 6/228:55 pmORD - CMN
1 stop13h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 8/225:00 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/28$782
Sat 6/228:55 pmORD - CMN
1 stop13h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 9/55:00 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/30$802
Mon 6/33:50 pmORD - CAI
2 stops50h 25mSWISS
Sat 6/223:10 amCAI - ORD
2 stops41h 40mSWISS
Deal found 5/28$805
Tue 6/49:10 pmORD - CAI
2 stops22h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/85:20 amCAI - ORD
1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$807
Mon 6/33:50 pmORD - CAI
2 stops26h 25mSWISS
Mon 6/173:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop20h 45mSWISS
Deal found 5/29$809
Mon 6/246:00 pmORD - CMN
1 stop16h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 9/35:00 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/30$817
Tue 6/49:10 pmORD - CAI
2 stops22h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/85:20 amCAI - ORD
2 stops34h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$817
Sat 6/156:15 pmORD - CAI
2 stops48h 25mAustrian Airlines
Fri 6/213:40 amCAI - ORD
2 stops17h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 5/30$819
Wed 6/266:00 pmORD - CMN
1 stop16h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 9/15:00 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/30$821

Chicago to Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,765,679 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Mon 10/76:00 pmORD - CMN
1 stop16h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/225:00 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/30$482
Mon 10/76:00 pmORD - CMN
1 stop16h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/225:00 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/29$649
Sun 10/136:00 pmORD - CMN
1 stop10h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/225:00 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/30$652
Mon 9/911:25 amORD - CMN
1 stop21h 25mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/264:45 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$676
Mon 10/146:00 pmORD - CMN
1 stop16h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/225:00 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/30$680
Sun 9/296:00 pmORD - CMN
1 stop10h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 10/135:00 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/30$689
Tue 10/158:30 pmORD - CMN
1 stop36h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/234:45 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/30$692
Sun 10/136:00 pmORD - CMN
1 stop10h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 10/265:10 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 20mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 5/30$709
Sun 9/228:30 pmORD - CMN
1 stop36h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sun 10/64:45 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/30$715

Chicago to Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Chicago to Africa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,765,679 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Tue 6/49:10 pmORD - CAI
2 stops22h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/85:20 amCAI - ORD
1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$807
Sun 6/99:35 pmORD - CAI
2 stops20h 40mSWISS
Fri 6/213:10 amCAI - ORD
2 stops17h 35mSWISS
Deal found 5/30$812
Tue 6/49:10 pmORD - CAI
2 stops22h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/85:20 amCAI - ORD
2 stops34h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$817
Sun 6/99:35 pmORD - CAI
2 stops34h 10mAustrian Airlines
Sat 6/224:45 pmCAI - ORD
2 stops52h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 5/30$828
Tue 6/49:25 pmORD - CAI
1 stop21h 00mLufthansa
Sat 6/85:20 amCAI - ORD
1 stop22h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 5/29$836
Tue 6/49:10 pmORD - CAI
2 stops22h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/234:35 pmCAI - ORD
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/28$837
Sat 6/86:20 pmORD - CAI
2 stops24h 05mLufthansa
Sun 6/234:35 pmCAI - ORD
2 stops28h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 5/29$840
Tue 6/49:10 pmORD - CAI
2 stops22h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/254:35 pmCAI - ORD
2 stops28h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$841
Tue 6/47:15 pmORD - CAI
1 stop23h 00mSWISS
Fri 6/73:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop17h 00mSWISS
Deal found 5/29$864

One-way flights to Africa from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,765,679 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Tue 9/1010:36 amORD - ALG
2 stops25h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$354
Tue 9/105:00 amORD - ALG
3 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$370
Thu 8/155:19 pmORD - ALG
2 stops24h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$381
Mon 7/159:33 pmORD - CAI
2 stops35h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$431
Sun 8/111:31 pmORD - CAI
2 stops27h 59mDelta
Deal found 5/30$432
Thu 8/155:19 pmORD - ALG
3 stops23h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$433
Tue 7/235:20 amORD - CAI
3 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$433
Mon 7/225:20 amORD - CAI
3 stops51h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$442
Wed 7/2410:14 pmORD - CAI
2 stops44h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$444

Find flights from Chicago to Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Africa 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 2,765,679 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

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Any airport

Budget

$722 - $820

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Depart

Return

Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlAlgiers Houari Boumediene

ORD - ALG

ORDALG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/31

1 stop14h 15m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Fri 11/15

1 stop14h 00m

$722

Chicago O'Hare IntlAlgiers Houari Boumediene

ORD - ALG

ORDALG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/31

2 stops18h 45m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Fri 11/15

2 stops31h 27m

$728

Chicago O'Hare IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/6

1 stop26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/23

2 stops30h 45m

$731

Chicago O'Hare IntlTunis Carthage

ORD - TUN

ORDTUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/14

1 stop20h 05m

Tunis Carthage

Tue 9/10

1 stop32h 45m

$737

Chicago O'Hare IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/17

1 stop21h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/2

1 stop37h 25m

$745

Chicago O'Hare IntlCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/3

2 stops50h 25m

Cairo

Sat 6/22

2 stops41h 40m

$805

Chicago O'Hare IntlCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/4

2 stops22h 00m

Cairo

Sat 6/8

1 stop22h 35m

$807

Chicago O'Hare IntlCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/27

2 stops26h 50m

Cairo

Sat 10/5

2 stops17h 15m

$819

Chicago O'Hare IntlCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/14

1 stop24h 20m

Cairo

Tue 9/10

2 stops27h 55m

$820

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Deals found on 5/30

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Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. 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 Africa. Reviews last updated May 30, 2024.
8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.9
Good
1,520 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.9
Good
48 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.8
Good
1,954 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Africa for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Africa for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $722, but on average you can expect to pay $765.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Africa for under $900?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Africa within the next 7 days for less than $900.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $432. Royal Jordanian flights start at $455 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $518 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Africa?

  • What does ORD to JNB mean?

    ORD and JNB are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. ORD to JNB refers to a flight route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Cairo Airport (CAI), Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK), Casablanca Mohamed V Airport (CMN), Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to Africa flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/30.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Africa?

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Africa (average of $1,191). Flying from Chicago to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Africa. 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 2,765,679 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$504Average$1,062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IberiaCheapest$506Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest$512Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest$548Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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ITA AirwaysCheapest$575Average$991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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JetBlueCheapest$592Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air CanadaCheapest$681Average$1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Royal JordanianCheapest$699Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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SWISSCheapest$718Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapest$729Average$1,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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