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Cheapest round-trip
$950
Typical prices: $1,028-$1,548
Delta
Thu 11/15Sun 11/25
ORD - KGL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$613
Typical prices: $735-$965
Egyptair
Tue 11/27
ORD - KGL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Kigali. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 24% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Cheapest • Avg $951 (round-trip)
Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU)
Shortest trip • 20h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Kigali (ORD-KGL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Kigali

Sun, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 25
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4:25 pm - 8:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
20h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
11:40 pm - 2:25 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$950Delta
Sun, Nov 15 - Wed, Dec 2
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4:25 pm - 8:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
20h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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9:25 pm - 2:25 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 00m2 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol
$950Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 am - 4:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
23h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:35 pm - 7:40 amKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,034Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Dec 1
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9:45 am - 4:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
23h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:35 pm - 7:40 amKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,050Ethiopian Air
Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 9
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6:50 pm - 6:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
28h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:20 pm - 2:30 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,057Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 9
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6:30 am - 12:35 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
34h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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7:40 pm - 5:19 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 39m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,076Kenya Airways
Wed, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 24
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6:00 am - 7:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
30h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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8:00 pm - 12:36 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 36m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,092Kenya Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 9
Qatar Airways Logo
6:50 pm - 6:00 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
27h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 pm - 2:30 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,094Qatar Airways
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
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5:50 pm - 7:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
17h 50m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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8:50 pm - 12:10 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 20m2 stops Entebbe Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,168United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
5:55 am - 7:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
29h 45m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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8:50 pm - 12:10 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 20m2 stops Entebbe Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,173United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali typically range from $1,028 to $1,548. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $950, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 39% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali at $976 round-trip.
•June ($1,557) and May ($1,398) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$613
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 95% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali

When to book flights from Chicago to Kigali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Kigali based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali takes 00m, covering 7,723 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali range from $1,028 to $1,548, with an average of $1,288 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,028 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the $1,288 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $890.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Kigali Intl (KGL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali most commonly connect through:

    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,069 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,795, a difference of $726.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali?

    Flying via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 23m, compared with 21h 57m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 30h 21m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Kigali?

    Kigali is 7 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Central Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,069, about $726 less than Thursday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali trip for April. Fares historically average $976 round-trip in that month - typically $581 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kigali Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Chez Lando
    • Lebanon Hotel

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