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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Tanzania that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Tanzania

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
Kenya Airways Logo
1:00 pm - 2:40 am
ORD
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ZNZ
53h 40m
2 stops
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8:40 pm - 5:41 pm
ZNZ
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ORD
29h 01m
2 stops
$1,055Kenya Airways
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 28
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6:00 am - 12:55 am
ORD
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JRO
34h 55m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
1:45 am - 12:41 pm
JRO
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ORD
42h 56m
2 stops
$1,107Kenya Airways
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
Kenya Airways Logo
6:30 am - 1:50 pm
ORD
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ZNZ
23h 20m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
8:40 pm - 5:41 pm
ZNZ
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ORD
29h 01m
2 stops
$1,123Kenya Airways
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 17
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6:30 am - 1:50 pm
ORD
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ZNZ
23h 20m
2 stops
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8:40 pm - 11:47 am
ZNZ
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ORD
23h 07m
2 stops
$1,141Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 10
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6:00 am - 12:55 am
ORD
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JRO
34h 55m
2 stops
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6:25 pm - 10:06 pm
JRO
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ORD
35h 41m
2 stops
$1,142Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jun 12 - Fri, Jun 19
Etihad Airways Logo
2:00 pm - 1:30 pm
ORD
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ZNZ
39h 30m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
5:50 pm - 3:40 pm
ZNZ
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ORD
29h 50m
1 stop
$1,177Etihad Airways
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Sep 8
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 1:45 pm
ORD
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DAR
34h 25m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
5:55 pm - 3:05 pm
DAR
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ORD
29h 10m
1 stop
$1,177Qatar Airways
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Sep 8
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7:20 pm - 1:45 pm
ORD
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DAR
34h 25m
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5:55 pm - 3:05 pm
DAR
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ORD
29h 10m
1 stop
$1,180Qatar Airways
Sat, May 9 - Wed, May 20
Delta Logo
1:22 pm - 10:05 pm
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DAR
24h 43m
3 stops
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11:15 pm - 5:56 pm
DAR
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MDW
26h 41m
2 stops
$1,336Delta
Sat, May 9 - Fri, May 15
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9:22 am - 10:05 pm
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DAR
28h 43m
3 stops
Delta Logo
11:15 pm - 9:09 pm
DAR
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MDW
29h 54m
2 stops
$1,370Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Tanzania flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Tanzania to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Tanzania, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Tanzania is June, when tickets cost $228 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,195 and $1,104 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$637
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Dar Es Salaam

FAQs - booking Tanzania flights

  • What is the baggage allowance while flying from Chicago to Tanzania?

    If you fly from Chicago to Tanzania, you will mostly fly with Ethiopian Airlines. The airline allows one checked-in bag of 70 pounds. Inside the cabin, you can take one piece of carry-on luggage of 15 pounds. Business class passengers can bring two cabin bags of up to 15 pounds each. If you’re traveling with an infant, you can carry one extra bag for the little one.

  • Will I get vegetarian meals on my flight to Tanzania?

    You can book meals from the special menu while flying with Ethiopian Airlines from Chicago to Tanzania. It includes Asian vegetarian, low-spice, diabetic-friendly, gluten-free, and vegan food. The detailed menu has Hindu non-veg, Halal, and kosher meals. Business class flyers get Cloud Nine services that have more meal options.

  • Do I need a visa while flying from Chicago to Tanzania?

    Yes, U.S. citizens need a visa to fly from Chicago to Tanzania. Having a valid American passport while applying for a Tanzanian tourist visa would be best. There is a form to fill out for an e-visa. After filling out the form, you must pay the visa fee and get the visa in no time.

  • How can I take my pet from Chicago to Tanzania?

    Ethiopian Airlines allows small cats and dogs under 17.5 pounds to fly in the cabin with their owners. The larger pets need to be booked as cargo. All pets must travel inside a comfortable crate box arranged by their owners. It is mandatory to book the pets in advance. Ethiopian Airlines doesn’t allow emotional support animals inside the cabin unless you have a proven medical condition.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Tanzania?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Tanzania.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Tanzania?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Chicago to Tanzania is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Tanzania?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Chicago to Tanzania with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Tanzania?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Chicago to Tanzania up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Tanzania

  • If you fly from Chicago to Tanzania, make Dar es Salaam your base to explore the country. You will land at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR). From here, you can also explore Kenya. There are nonstop flights from Air Tanzania, Turkish Airlines, and Kenya Airways to take you to Nairobi International Airport (NBO).
  • Ethiopian Air is the only flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Dar es Salaam. Your layover will be at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). With Priority Pass, you can access the Swissport Lounge at International Terminal 5, where Ethiopian Air takes off.
  • If you plan to hike Mount Kilimanjaro, you should fly into Arusha Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO). Ethiopian Air has a one-stop flight to Arusha Airport, making it easier for travelers to reach Kilimanjaro’s base.
  • Tanzania is known for Zanzibar, a picturesque island in the Indian Ocean. You can visit this island by landing at Zanzibar Kisauni Airport (ZNZ). From Chicago O’Hare Airport, you will get a one-stop flight with Ethiopian Airlines that has a layover at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
  • Are you wondering if you’ll get drinks on your flight from Chicago to Tanzania? Fly with Ethiopian Airlines, as they serve a complete range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to economy ticket holders. The drinks menu includes beer, wine, tea, coffee, and fruit juices.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Tanzania

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Tanzania? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8465 reviews
7.2Food
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.9Comfort
7.8Entertainment
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The flight was operated by Latam. The aircraft had a technical issue and the flight was delayed for the next day. They grounded other passengers to get their airplane assigned to my flight. Most of he ground staff don't speak English (Orlando Airport), but were very polite.The crew on the other hand could speak English and Portuguese. On board service was good.

6.0 GoodSilvestre, Apr 2026
MCO - GRU
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The flight was operated by Latam. The aircraft had a technical issue and the flight was delayed for the next day. They grounded other passengers to get their airplane assigned to my flight. Most of he ground staff don't speak English (Orlando Airport), but were very polite.The crew on the other hand could speak English and Portuguese. On board service was good.

The agent at check in and at the gate were less than thrilled to be at work. I'm not a fan of Kayak's placement on the plane. I got put in the middle seat and none of my preferences were used.

In ATL they have two sets of departure screens. Follow what is on your airline's departure board - the ATL Airport Authority departure board had completely incorrect details about the gate assignment for my flight, which would have made me miss boarding.

Flight was delayed it was hot while sitting on the plane, one engine was working on the plane until they had to do some jimmy rigging down the runway in order for the other engine to charge up. It was ridiculous

The flight was very good and the staff was very friendly and helpful!

The only thing I would say is we tried to get on a standby earlier flight, but with our fair we couldn’t. That seems senseless to leave with open seats..

Very easy to use and convenient, you can perform any action within the same portal

In a world of delays, Delta was on time both ways! Boarding was fast and efficient. Staff was friendly. AND wifi worked.

WiFi didn’t work. Flight delayed 3 hours Crew members were illiterate Seat lean back did not work.

Flight was delayed, we could have been notified earlier and in a consistent manner. App was not refreshing for another passenger to get the latest flight status. We could have stayed and waited at the hotel instead of waiting at the airport had we known the flight was going to delayed for more than 5 hours. The toilet is too tight, and needs to be cleaned more frequently (every hour). The entertainment screen froze, the touch screen not responding to touch. We were upgraded to comfort, it is more comfortable than regular economy seats.

The ground crew members at check in counter were courteous. The boarding was seamless. Flight departed as scheduled. Service on board was great

Very comfortable in business class. Excellent service. Good food. Smooth trip.

The seats seems abit small and the reclining is too much, the seat in front of me came back too much and made it uncomfortable for me.

As a first time flyer with Turkish Airlines. My experience was very good due to the factor that there were to many passengers on the my first flight compared to my connecting flight. However, I know that nothing is perfect and all companies are trying to accommodate their passengers to the best way possible. I will always say, a FEW INCHES will go LONG WAY. That's something all airliners should consider, and not only the money aspect!!! A long time commitment is better than one time service! Thank you

Flight was delayed. While standing at the gate, a note appeared on the sign saying the gate had changed to a gate far away. No member of the Turkish airlines team got on the microphone to instruct passengers to go to the other gate, to ignore the chiron, etc. Finally, the message disappeared. Eventually, the flight began to board. Very slowly. More slowly than I experience with other airlines. Though Istanbul may just be slow . . . In all other ways, great flight, great entertainment (top notch movies), great service, excellent food, comfortable lie-flat seat, dimmed lights, etc.

Staff at the airport wasn't helpful or friendly. Probably the worst airport experience I have ever had, going and coming. The staff on the plane was better. Still not super friendly or personable. However, they were not rude like airport staff. They ran out of certain menu items. Maybe could have been prepared better? Overall just ok.

It was a pleasant experience. In flight entertainment could have been better

The desk crew at the LAX crew could do better. A girl named Mahesi was very abrasive and unfriendly. She needs a better customer service uproar.

It was peaceful excited We enjoyed it always Turkish peaceful excited

Istanbul to Lahore flight was less than standard for international business class cabins. Seat did not were not flat and it did not operate easily. I had to push buttons hard repeatedly to operate the seat. I was in 5A seat

A long delay. Don't travel late in the day.

Super friendly with lots of drink options an entertainment. Friendly crew.

The crew was great. Very friendly and responsive. The plane was old, small and tight. We ran out of overhead space and I had to check. Middle seat was particularly tight.

Several missed and almost missed connections. It felt like everything was being patched together last minute without enough resources and it ended up being an extremely stressful experience that basically ruined our weekend on the west coast. What a waste.

Crew was friendly. Seats are too narrow, particularly when a big person is in the adjacent seat, but I understand this is due to smaller planes usually flight into Lincoln. I have experienced several flight delays going out and coming into Lincoln airport, I say maybe 50% or higher of the flights I've taken out of this airport have been delayed.

Great flight. Boarded efficiently. Arrived early at CLT. There was no in flight entertainment on this aircraft. Great crew.

The seat was comfortable. There was a lot of turbulence. If it weren't for that,it would have been okay.

Poor communication, flight was delayed for preventable reasons. I missed my connection.

The boarding timing needs to be improved. The flight was delayed again because it took way too long to board. I was already exhausted from sleeping at the airport and spending all day there due to delay from my previous flight that connected in Chicago.

Great until we got to FRA. The next trip leg we were put in Business Class where seats had minimal padding!!!! They were awful and United Airlines needs to have their Lufthansa partner up their game or I won’t fly with them again!!

The TV wasn't working No music for the whole flight from JFK to LOS It was too burring.

Flight was delayed by two hours. This really messed things up because I missed my connecting flight in Addis. I had a meeting in Entebbe which was scrapped because my flight from Addis landed later in the day.

To the Ethiopian Airlines Customer Relations Team, I am writing to formally express my disappointment regarding my recent travel experience with Ethiopian Airlines on flight [I629/352] . Unfortunately, the level of service provided fell significantly short of the standards I expected from your airline. I would like to highlight the following serious issues encountered during the journey: • Cabin Condition and Hygiene: The aircraft cabin was notably poorly maintained. The seating area was dirty, and there was a persistent, unpleasant odor throughout the flight, which made the environment very uncomfortable for passengers. • Inadequate Service: The overall level of service provided by the staff was unsatisfactory and did not reflect a professional passenger experience. • Baggage Loss: Upon arrival, I was informed that my luggage was lost. This is particularly distressing as it has caused significant personal inconvenience and disruption to my schedule. As a frequent traveler, I value reliability and a clean cabin environment. I request that you investigate these matters immediately, provide an update on the status of my missing baggage, and outline how you intend to compensate for these failures in service. I look forward to your prompt response and a resolution to my lost luggage claim. Sincerely, Puguh

I paid for internet that did not work and had to pay more to have it

The crew were amazing. They should improve the inflight entertainment

The crew was unfriendly and very rude to name a few (Helina). I felt unsafe due to most of the cabinets were open while on flight. All in all the flight was ok, but the crew needed more training on customer service most of all for international flights.

Delay not posted, only departure time listed- not boarding time. We left an hour late and arrived 45 min late. Restrooms had backed up sinks and toilets not flushed ) passenger error). Lots of screen for entertainment didn’t work. But we arrived with our luggage

The plane was old and the luggage racks above us were visibly shaking during turbulence. Water was dripping on our heads during landing. Our flight was over 2 hours late departing but we were not updated or told what to expect as the screen at the gate continued to read “on time”

Check in took over an hour because printer was not working. Attendant did not know how to give free layover Addis Ababa hotel vouchers or update frequent flyer number. After repeated attempts, got voucher emailed. However hotel wanted printed voucher hence more delay. Bus time from hotel back to airport was printed 4:50 hours, but hotel reception called at 3 pm saying bus will leave at 4 pm. Then hotel reception called again saying 4:15 pm. We rushed at 4:15 pm and bus was not ready until 4:40 pm. Many audio outlets were not working in planes.

I have my baggage left either in Jeddah or Addis and undelivered to Abuja

Very terrible airline. The flights were delayed for long hours and the customer service is terrible. Never flying with Kenya Airways again.

Overall good experience but for long distances there really needs to be more room.

there really needs to be more room with each seat for such a long flight.

They boarded backwards so our zone meant nothing!!! My TV was broken, the remote was broke, the head set jack was broke! So i was stuck for 15 hours with no form of entertainment!!! The service was ok but they didn't check on us or serve many snacks. They acted like you were a burden when you hit the call button.

The plane was delayed almost three hours because boarding was unorganized then we were delayed even longer because the plane had an issue. The plane didn't look well maintained, there was also alot of tape on the exterior. I won't fly kenya air ways again after this trip.

Sadly, flights were delayed both ways with no reasons given other than " operational".

The crew was good but the entertainment was poor . All old movies and TV shows and very few of them. Needs current entertainment. Seats too firm. Food just ok. Nice though to have option with upgrade of no one sitting in middle seat

I purchased the upgrade to have 3 seats open, so I was able to sleep 9 hours. Without that I would have been miserable

Our luggage was supposed to be checked through from Arusha to Cape Town. We didn't know that it was a self transfer in Johannisburg. Kayak should not have sold this flight combination with out a self transfer alert.

There was chaos checking because of a canceled flight the day prior. Also, we had an issue with tickets. The KQ agent went above a d beyond to help us get on board the flight Overall the 13+ hour flight is uncomfortable in coach. I may try to upgrade on return

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