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Cheapest round-trip
$1,281
Typical prices: $1,647-$1,378
SAUDIA
Wed 7/15Sat 7/25
ORD - ADD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$730
Typical prices: $727-$840
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/7
ORD - ADD • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $1,281 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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You can fly direct with Ethiopian Air. Average duration is 13h 45m
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Cheapest • Avg $1,134 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 19h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa (ORD-ADD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa 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 Addis Ababa

Wed, Jul 15 - Sat, Jul 25
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1:00 pm - 3:40 am
ORD
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ADD
30h 40m
2 stops
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3:35 am - 9:52 pm
ADD
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ORD
26h 17m
2 stops
$1,281SAUDIA
Wed, Jul 8 - Sat, Jul 18
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10:30 am - 3:10 am
ORD
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ADD
32h 40m
1 stop
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4:10 am - 5:15 am
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ORD
33h 05m
1 stop
$1,284Egyptair
Wed, Jul 8 - Tue, Sep 1
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10:30 am - 3:10 am
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32h 40m
1 stop
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4:10 am - 5:15 am
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ORD
33h 05m
1 stop
$1,299Egyptair
Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Nov 6
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10:56 am - 7:45 am
ORD
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36h 49m
2 stops
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2:05 pm - 7:55 am
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ORD
26h 50m
1 stop
$1,354Etihad Airways
Mon, Jul 20 - Mon, Aug 10
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8:25 pm - 12:30 pm
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32h 05m
1 stop
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2:05 pm - 7:25 pm
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ORD
37h 20m
2 stops
$1,360Etihad Airways
Tue, Aug 4 - Sun, Aug 30
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6:00 am - 5:55 am
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39h 55m
2 stops
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12:05 am - 7:25 pm
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ORD
27h 20m
2 stops
$1,366Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7
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7:20 pm - 12:20 am
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21h 00m
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10:20 am - 3:05 pm
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36h 45m
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$1,368Qatar Airways
Mon, Jul 20 - Sun, Aug 30
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1:00 pm - 3:40 am
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30h 40m
2 stops
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5:10 am - 9:52 pm
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24h 42m
2 stops
$1,385SAUDIA
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 29
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10:30 am - 3:10 am
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32h 40m
1 stop
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9:50 pm - 8:35 am
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42h 45m
1 stop
$1,390Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jul 15 - Sun, Jul 26
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10:30 am - 3:10 am
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32h 40m
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9:50 pm - 8:35 am
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42h 45m
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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Addis Ababa flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Addis Ababa?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Addis Ababa departing in July.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Addis Ababa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Addis Ababa, 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Addis Ababa is August, where tickets cost $1,128 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,530 and $1,528 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Addis Ababa?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Addis Ababa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Addis Ababa, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 12% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$730
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Addis Ababa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Chicago to Addis Ababa flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Addis Ababa?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Addis Ababa was $730 for a one-way ticket and $1,281 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Addis Ababa?

    A passport is required to fly from Chicago to Addis Ababa.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Addis Ababa?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Addis Ababa flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chicago and Addis Ababa.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Addis Ababa?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa, Turkish Airlines or Etihad Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Addis Ababa are Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,136 and an overall rating of 7.4, Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice. Etihad Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,048 and an overall rating of 7.3.

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

    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 Addis Ababa.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Addis Ababa from Chicago 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 Addis Ababa?

    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 to Addis Ababa with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago and ADD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 to Addis Ababa from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Addis Ababa

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $979 or less one-way and $1,636 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Addis Ababa?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Addis Ababa Bole.
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Addis Ababa Bole Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Addis Ababa Bole

Monday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Tuesday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Wednesday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Thursday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Friday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Saturday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Sunday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

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Direct returns

Addis Ababa Bole to Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Chicago to Addis Ababa

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Addis Ababa. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Addis Ababa? 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.
7.4
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4409 reviews
7.5Entertainment
7.8Crew
7.3Boarding
7.3Comfort
7.5Food
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Entertainment system is okay, flight attendants were ok. Leg space very narrow, I couldn’t get what I wanted to eat, dinner nor breakfast.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Jun 2026
SFO - IST
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Entertainment system is okay, flight attendants were ok. Leg space very narrow, I couldn’t get what I wanted to eat, dinner nor breakfast.

Excellent experience with business class area. Staff was attentive and food was amazing. Only one bathroom for business class which was logistically difficult for the staff while preparing meals. Need to offer fluids with meals. I did not get enough water to drink. But overall I rate it 5 star.

On time, great food, good drink selection! Only down was alcohol-free lounge. Lufthansa had a much better offering!

Be honest of what you sell: This was sold as Business Class on all three legs, while the JetBlue plane didn't even have business class seats, and wanted $164 for extra legroom seats.

Seat assignments for family traveling with 2 children. Loud crowd during sleep time

It was crowded… the bathrooms dirty and smelly. The seats have been made even smaller.

delayed to take off from detroit by 3 hours lost baggage in istanbul and now in venice without baggage

Seats were very tight with poor legroom - and I am average height. During the 12 hour flight, tiny paper cups of drinks we're only offered during the super and breakfast services, with the crew nowhere to be seen in between. One of the bathrooms was out of order, leading to long lines waiting to use the remaining two available to the economy class passengers.

short flight but we still got a very nice lunch and the crew did an excellent job in taking care of us

For that price on Business class, I expected to have the pod seats. These were configured as 2/3/2 and my seat mate talked half the flight with a friend across the isle, loudly. Very uncouth.

i have book the flight with baggage. and i have paid $800.00 for the baggage. when i contacted to JUSTFLY Costumer Service they told me that my baggage was included in the booking. then why i have to pay. i am going to file a complain against it. $800.00 is not at all small amount

They lost the baggage and said it was deleted from the system. I had baggage tag so was able to file the complaint but there was no PIR number and update so far

Very disappointed to not have lounge access The shorter flight seats were uncomfortable

Dear Team, I purchased a full travel package that included 2 checked bags through you and JustFly. However, when I arrived at the airport, my ticket showed 0 checked bags. Since I was traveling internationally to India with 2 bags, It was a $200 per bag at the counter, which was extremely disappointing. For an international trip, why would I ever choose a no‑bag option for only $20–$30 less? This seems like an error in the booking process, and I am requesting clarification and a resolution. I have called JustFly and on phone for 1 hr :53 min and they couldn't help till I show some kind of proof etc which isn't possible but besides that love your service and using it for years !

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Good flight. There were a few issues with the flat bed. It was some technical issues. Otherwise everything was good

It was fantastic. The flight from Chicago to Abu Dahbi was fantastic. The crew, food and service were amazing. Everything was handled by the crew member assigned to us , Nicholas, was usually done before we asked for it. Highly recommend Etihad!

It was an old plane with seats not comfortable and with little space for the legs. I must say that the previous flight I had was amazing on a very comfortable new plane

I missed my flight ,staff unhelpful, they sat and watched me wait ,gangway door closed, English was a problem no announcement I was on time now I missed my month vacation ,lost 1400 bucks no refund I'm sick to my stomach

It’s a business class ticket but they didn’t give a lounge access

The following is a review for a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, DC with a connection at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and refueling landing at Rome, Italy. The flight was provided by Ethiopian Airlines. There were two of us: me and my wife on this flight. Everything was on time. Enough legroom between the seats, I was able to stretch my legs and sleep for at least some time during the 14 hour second flight (19 hours in total for both flights). Very decent meals that included two lunches and one breakfast on the flight from Addis Ababa to Washington and one lunch on the flight from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa. The lunch choices were beef, chicken and fish, I think the vegetarian option was available as well, accompanied with beans. The breakfast was a choice between egg and pancake, accompanied with a fruit salad. The egg breakfast was awesome, it came with a scrambled egg and a sausage. However, my wife mentioned unusual taste of the pancake breakfast meal, by all means those were not pancakes. What wasn't good: Externally initiated commercials on the infosystem screens, you couldn't turn the screen off. These commercials were accompanied by loud and annoying music, transmitted through the entire cabin. Obviously, there was no escape from this music as well. Additional moment: on the flight from Addis Ababa to Washington, DC, we landed at Rome for refueling. This was totally fine and it was in the flight itinerary. But, the flight attendant asked me to straighten the seat while we were at the steady position during the refueling. I can't rationalize this order except that some people just like to be a boss of some kind. Keeping the light lit in the economy cabin while keeping it dimmed in the first class also didn't improve my and my wife's feelings. Overall, the services were very good and the flight, despite its longevity, went on very smoothly.

The flight was very smooth, however, the quality of food was mediocre.

It was a good experience - too many times checking at the airport - every time had to remove shoes , belt , laptop etc. that was a bit of exaggerated. The seat had a sharp metal plate -- which torn into my jeans.

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 629/352. 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 will fly this going forward especially for ORD to EBB and the reverse.

We had a good flight experience with this airline despite reading many negative comments

Planes are good. However the entertainement system is slow. The headphones are of low quality and I could hardly hear a movie The movies lack subtitiles

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.

The plane was ok, I was in business class and was surprised there were no pods and each seat was right next to another one. That said it was comfortable and the food and coffee were good. Entertainment wise again I was surprised to see only movies and no TV shows. Check-in at Toronto Pearson was an absolute disaster, which was especially disappointing as I was a business class passenger. There was no dedicated staffing for the business counter and four (4) airlines employees assisted one economy class passenger for about 15 minutes when one could have easily assisted me. Overall room for improvement, particularly in the on-ground experience and airplane infrastructure.

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