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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Ethiopia

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa1 stop$909
Bahir Dar
Bahir Dar1 stop$1,455
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa1 stop$909
Bahir Dar
Bahir Dar1 stop$1,455

Book Cheap Chicago to Ethiopia Plane Tickets

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

Mon, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 11:45 pmORD-ADD
28h 20m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:45 am - 9:40 amADD-ORD
40h 55m1 stop
$909Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Oct 1 - Mon, Nov 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 11:45 pmORD-ADD
28h 20m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:40 am - 10:05 amADD-ORD
18h 25m1 stop
$949Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 17
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 7:45 amORD-ADD
33h 50m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 pm - 8:45 amADD-ORD
42h 55m1 stop
$1,062Etihad Airways
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Wed, Sep 3 - Sun, Jan 25
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6:10 am - 5:55 amORD-ADD
39h 45m2 stops
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12:20 am - 6:34 pmADD-ORD
27h 14m2 stops
$1,071
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Sun, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 21
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 7:45 amORD-ADD
33h 50m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 pm - 8:45 amADD-ORD
42h 55m1 stop
$1,108Etihad Airways
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Mon, Sep 8 - Sun, Sep 21
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6:45 am - 5:55 amORD-ADD
39h 10m2 stops
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12:05 am - 6:55 pmADD-ORD
26h 50m2 stops
$1,127
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Thu, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 13
KLM Logo
5:10 pm - 9:20 amORD-ADD
32h 10m2 stops
KLM Logo
8:00 pm - 2:10 pmADD-ORD
26h 10m2 stops
$1,177KLM
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Thu, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 13
KLM Logo
4:15 pm - 9:20 amORD-ADD
33h 05m2 stops
KLM Logo
8:00 pm - 2:10 pmADD-ORD
26h 10m2 stops
$1,237KLM
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Thu, Jan 1 - Tue, Mar 31
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 am - 8:30 amORD-ADD
13h 45mnonstop
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:40 pm - 8:15 amADD-ORD
17h 35m1 stop
$1,240Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 8:00 amORD-ADD
13h 45mnonstop
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:40 pm - 8:15 amADD-ORD
17h 35m1 stop
$1,245Ethiopian Air
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Ethiopia flights

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

What is the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Ethiopia flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Ethiopia.

The cheapest ticket to Ethiopia from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport found in the last 72 hours was to Addis Ababa, at $959 round-trip. The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Addis Ababa (ADD), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $959.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Ethiopia?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $1,325, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

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 Ethiopia, 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 Ethiopia is April, when tickets cost $1,197 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,624 and $1,546 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Ethiopia?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Ethiopia clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Ethiopia on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Chicago to Ethiopia. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Monday and avoiding Thursdays for the best deals.

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

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 Ethiopia, 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 Ethiopia, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$453
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago to Addis Ababa

FAQs - booking Ethiopia flights

  • Do I need a visa for my flight from Chicago to Ethiopia?

    U.S. citizens are required to have visas before entering Ethiopia. The e-Visa makes it easy to apply for and obtain the visa before your trip. Tourists can get single-entry visas for either 30 or 90 days. To apply for the visa, you will need a passport that's valid for at least six months from your entry date and at least one blank page, as well as a recent passport-sized photo and a card for the visa payment. It’s best to apply at least three days before your trip to allow for processing time.

  • Can I fly direct from Chicago to Ethiopia?

    Yes! Ethiopian Air operates nonstop flights to Addis Ababa (ADD) every day of the week. However, if you plan to fly with another airline, your flight will likely have a layover. Turkish Airlines flights will stop in thehub city of Istanbul (IST), while Lufthansa flights will include a stop in Frankfurt (FRA). Additionally, Ethiopian Airlines flights that partner with United are likely to have layovers in Washington, DC (IAD).

  • Do I have to pay extra for baggage on my flight from Chicago to Ethiopia?

    Any extra fees are going to be determined by which airline you fly and the ticket class you book. Turkish Airlines offers EcoFly promotional fares that include carry-on bags, but checked luggage will be extra. If you’re flying with Ethiopian Air in Economy, you can bring a carry-on along with two pieces of checked luggage weighing no more than 50 lbs. each.

  • Which flights from Chicago to Ethiopia are the most sustainable?

    Opting for a nonstop flight reduces a significant portion of flight emissions, primarily from takeoff and landing. Consider airlines like Turkish Airlines, which offer initiatives like the CO2mission program. This allows travelers to calculate their flight's carbon footprint and buy credits to offset emissions, aiming for a carbon-neutral journey.

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

    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 Ethiopia.

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

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

    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 Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia?

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

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Ethiopia?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Ethiopia is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $1,005 on average. Morning departures are around 41% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Ethiopia is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $2,363.

  • How many flights are there between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Ethiopia per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and lands in Ethiopia, with an average flight time of 13h 45m. The most common departure time is 10:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 7 flights.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Ethiopia

  • When flying to Ethiopia, you’ll fly into one of two international airports, Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and Dire Dawa Aba Tenna D Yilma (DIR). The largest is Addis Ababa and will serve the most flights with direct options. Flights to Dire Dawa will often require one or two layovers.
  • Flights on Turkish Airlines will have layovers in its hub city of Istanbul (IST). Passengers with layovers of six to 24 hours can enjoy Touristanbul, which offers eight tailored tours to explore the city's landmarks and cuisine. You can book these tours upon landing at designated desks.
  • For a more comfortable experience on your long-haul flight, consider upgrading with Turkish Airlines' Last Minute Upgrade program. Upon airport check-in, inquire about available upgrades and proceed with the payment using either your card or rewards miles.
  • Families flying with Lufthansa will enjoy priority boarding and are able to bring their own children's safety seats on the flight. On board, the youngest passengers will be given toys, coloring books, and puzzles to keep them entertained during the trip.
  • Passengers needing special assistance on Ethiopian Airlines can request these services ahead of time. You can be seated in accessible seats on the airplane and also receive assistance with preboarding, boarding, and movement throughout the aircraft during the flight.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Chicago to Ethiopia

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Ethiopia? 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.
7.3
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 3935 reviews
7.4Food
7.4Entertainment
7.3Boarding
7.7Crew
7.3Comfort
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Bough tickets with luggage, but made me pay at Airport as well

2.0 MediocreTᴀᴍɪʟᴀ, Aug 2025SEA - IST
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Bough tickets with luggage, but made me pay at Airport as well

The economy seat was so uncomfortable, had not enough leg room for 13 hours flight, front seat basket was broken and couldn’t hold anything, food quality was horrible( we got food poisoned ) we charged for logged which used to be free. We paid too much for this flight and very disappointed. Turkish air line better to make satisfy and respect people instead of find different way to scam people.

This is really the rating of two flights. JFK to IST then IST to NQZ. New York to Istanbul was good. Good crew and all positives. The flight to Astana was so bad that brought it all down. Crew was nonexistent above the minimum, seats were cramped, and it was hot on the plane. Turkish Airlines seems to be slipping down to US based carriers level.

The 2 agents on the check in counter were super nice , helpful and very polite. Boarding was like a 1 2 3, I would recommend Turkish airlines for your next trip.

Everything was very good, except that the plane was an hour and a half late

flight with heavy turbulence old boeing 777 rest wasnt clean dashboard doesn’t work

Light and recline did not work on my seat. Very uncomfortable and could not read in the dark

Bad experience; they are not good anymore. They charge too much for luggage seat are so uncomfortable, Flight delays which may miss your next flight, they don’t care if you miss the flight or not. Zero customer services for front desk representatives Istanbul's airport I’m not using this airline any more.

I’ve been traveling for 20 years. I tried Turkish airline for the first time horrible horrible service and it would be my last time even if I get offer for a free ticket, I will not accept it. They have races and the worst Flight attendant

It wasn't good. I didn’t understand. They changed 320 dollars for 2 luggage. My ticket was regular and I paid almost 1200.00 dollars. Why they did charge? I want my money back.. thanks Yılmaz polat

Forgotten Suite inside of the top compartment but went back to ask and they didn’t leave at the lost and found place. Also the checking in was so horrible. I had multi city and one of the passenger saint have visa go go go Dubai. The Ethiopian airlines never had information about requirement for US permanent resident so couldn’t go to Dubai. And when coming back to US we were told we can not use our Addis to Washington ticket and they forced us to get new ticket. Very horrible experience.

I had a comfortable seat that makes my trip wonderful. I appreciate the Ethiopia crew, they were very helpful

worst was delayed luggage. could see luggage was still in Singapore but they insist I wait till all luggage are unloaded before filing a report. took 2 days to arrive and I had to collect it myself from the airport

The flight itself was fine. The exception is that my luggage was destroyed, and I filed a claim that I haven't heard from anyone.

i send you separate claim of what happens ,I buy ticketed from you and you said that it is confirmed and shall send the ticket in 24 hrs but you did not send and when we go to Ethiopian air line counter they say it is pending and we dont know why ,and we forced to buy another ticket ,and this all because Ethiopian air lines canceled the return flight from Adi Ababa to Amman, please note that we buy all the tickets through your app and hold you responsible for all loss and discomfort.

United was best airlines I have seen since I got there choose united airlines

It was wonderful best Air lines covert and all very happy with their service they have been very helpful and friendly

For Vegetarian Food was very poor. Though we had opted for Asian Vegetarian Food they didn’t serve but only what was available was served. We were offered Smoked Salmon!

It was very bad experience with Ethiopian airlines . The flight was delayed in both ways . On the way coming back one of the crews dropped hot coffee on my whole body and other crew dropped used dirty glasses on top of me . The same crew that dropped hot coffee on me hit me with the food trolley on my knee while I was sleeping . I couldn’t sit properly due to the pain on my knee caused by those irresponsible crews . Very unprofessional airlines

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

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