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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 Ababa2 stops$744
Mekele
Mekele1 stop$1,936
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa2 stops$744
Mekele
Mekele1 stop$1,936

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

Tue, Apr 14 - Mon, Apr 27
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6:04 am - 1:50 am
ORD
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ADD
35h 46m
2 stops
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3:35 am - 9:57 pm
ADD
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ORD
26h 22m
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$744SAUDIA
Tue, Apr 14 - Mon, Apr 27
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6:04 am - 1:50 am
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ADD
35h 46m
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3:35 am - 9:57 pm
ADD
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ORD
26h 22m
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$757SAUDIA
Tue, Apr 21 - Mon, Apr 27
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6:04 am - 7:05 am
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ADD
41h 01m
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3:35 am - 9:57 pm
ADD
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ORD
26h 22m
2 stops
$890SAUDIA
Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11
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2:00 pm - 7:45 am
ORD
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ADD
33h 45m
1 stop
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2:05 pm - 8:35 am
ADD
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ORD
26h 30m
1 stop
$976Etihad Airways
Tue, Apr 14 - Mon, Apr 27
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1:00 pm - 12:30 pm
ORD
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ADD
39h 30m
1 stop
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2:05 pm - 8:35 am
ADD
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ORD
26h 30m
1 stop
$983Etihad Airways
Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Jun 1
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1:00 pm - 7:45 am
ORD
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ADD
34h 45m
1 stop
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2:05 pm - 8:35 am
ADD
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ORD
26h 30m
1 stop
$998Etihad Airways
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
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10:15 am - 5:00 pm
ORD
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MQX
22h 45m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:45 pm - 8:15 am
MQX
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ORD
20h 30m
2 stops
$1,936Ethiopian Air
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
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10:15 am - 1:30 pm
ORD
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MQX
19h 15m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:05 pm - 11:55 am
MQX
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ORD
24h 50m
3 stops
$2,101Ethiopian Air
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
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2:30 pm - 9:45 am
ORD
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MQX
35h 15m
3 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:00 pm - 8:15 am
MQX
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ORD
26h 15m
2 stops
$2,103Ethiopian Air
Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 23
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10:15 am - 5:50 pm
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MQX
23h 35m
1 stop
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7:05 pm - 2:27 pm
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ORD
27h 22m
3 stops
$2,240Ethiopian Air
Booking Insights

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?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Ethiopia from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport found in the last 72 hours was to Addis Ababa, at $848 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 $848.

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

The average price for all round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Ethiopia depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Ethiopia is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $1,340 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Ethiopia is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,340.

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 $1,208 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,535 and $1,515 respectively.

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 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$493
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% 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.

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 3 airlines serving 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.
7.4
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4277 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.5Food
7.5Entertainment
7.3Boarding
7.8Crew
Airline reviews

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

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2026
DFW - IST
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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

IAH to Istanbul was outstanding across the board. The flight from Istanbul to Male was good, not great.

the cabin was kept too hot. couldn't sleep as a result

It was an amazing experience. Flight crew's service, hospitality, and the food were phenomenal. I don't think I'd want to try any other airline company after this. I would definitely recommend to friends and family. Thank you Turkish Airlines !

Business Class pods are horrible. If you're petite, you might be able to sleep on the uncomfortable seat and bed. Crew and food are fantastic.

I have travelled many times on Turkish, but they always board at least 30-40 minutes past the stated time. If informed properly, passengers can choose to spend more time in the .lounge instead of standing around by the gate waiting to board. The new lounge at DFW was a big disappointment. The aircraft itself was a shock. In the past I have flown this sector with regular business class seating configuration of 1-2-1, The 2-3-2 seating is very disappointing after paying such high prices for tickets. The DFW to Istanbul segment was slightly better, but the Istanbul to Delhi segment was no better than premium economy. I will try to travel more on airlines which give business class passengers more value for their money.

Good overall. Seat spacing a bit tight between IST and ISB.

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 .

The crew could have been more friendly and could have offered to make the beds. Also, Ethiad should have more vegetarian food options.

It was mediocre. Honestly, the flight was late but that didn’t bother me as I had plenty of time. The only thing that bothered me is that the crew never asked to make the beds for us in business class. Maybe the crew was exhausted and that just didn’t occur to them.

I booked and paid for a Business Class seat for myself and my wife. 4 hours before the flight i get a call saying the plane they sent doesn't have the correct layout to accommodate all the business class seats they sold me 3 months earlier at a premium of $1500 a ticket. So they have to bump me from Business to Economy and will give me a $400 credit (total of $800 for both seats) that I could turn in at Abu Dahbi for $400 in US cash. They then promised a row that we could have to ourselves and the arm rests would go up so we could spread out for each of us. My wife was taken care of but I was put in the exit row with the flight attendents set as part of the three...and the arm rest did not go up. When we got to Abu Dahbi, they would not exchange our credit for cash as promised. Very disappointed they took my money 3 months ago and refused to reimburse for the change in seats or follow the promises made.

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!

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

1 hour flight. No complaints. Some drinks would have been nice.

Crew was amazing as usual. Very comfortable for a 13hour flight. Check in at ATL was terrible. Ticket counter charged me $200 for a small bag. Apparently Kayak sold me a zero luggage ticket. No carry on no checked. So the check in desk charged me a bullshit $200 dollar fee for a small gym bag weighing less than 20lbs. In true 3rd party ticket buying. This will turn into a finger pointing process between Kayak and Etihad. Now I'm going to have to ship my bag back in the mail a day ahead of my return flight.

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.

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

The crew was not helping us in the airports ..Very bad experience..the washrooms are not meeting the expectations..need more good service... The hotel service was good but there is a very long wait time which wasted time to go through..

Our first flight was delayed and when we got off that plane, nobody was really helping to direct us to the next gate. It was very frustrating. One staff simply said hurry, which wasn’t helpful. We had to go a long way to get to the next gate. Another issue on the plane itself was the bathrooms were disgusting and filthy and it didn’t seem like anybody was checking on them were cleaning them and it was a long flight. There was urine on the floor and they stunk. Also, the screen in front of my seat did not work, and I tried different headphones and still had no sound. You would think somehow those things are reviewed occasionally for working order.

POSITIVES The hostesses were mostly pleasant, NEGATIVES The full flight wifi was horrible, hardly able to use it. My charger port was not working which made me use my neighbour's port which resulted in an accident which ruined her flight. During dinner, meat ran out when the cart got to us forcing us to eat vegetarian which was not great. We watched everyone around us eating meat. My wifi did not transfer to the second leg of my trip as they promised as they changed the plane. I was thrown off the window seat I booked for the 2nd leg of my journey as they changed planes, all done at my expense. This was not a cheap flight ($2600) which i hurriedly had to book to attend my mother's funeral who passed away suddenly. I was honestly disappointed with the whole saga as I heard Ethiopian Airlines was one of Africa's best.

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