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Cheapest round-trip
$952
Typical prices: $995-$1,521
KLM
Thu 11/1Thu 11/8
ORD - KGL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$579
Typical prices: $746-$969
Egyptair
Tue 11/6
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
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 29% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg $1,193 (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 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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4:25 pm - 8:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
19h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
9:25 pm - 2:25 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 00m2 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol
$952KLM
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
8:04 am - 8:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
28h 16m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
9:25 pm - 2:25 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 00m2 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol
$956Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 4:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
23h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:35 pm - 8:40 amKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$988Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
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
$988Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:20 pm - 6:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
28h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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11:20 pm - 3:30 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,001Qatar Airways
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Mar 9
Qatar Airways Logo
6:50 pm - 1:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
34h 55m1 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
$1,003Qatar Airways
Tue, Jan 12 - Mon, Mar 8
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 am - 8:00 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
42h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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3:40 am - 5:34 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
45h 54m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,095Kenya Airways
Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31
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6:00 am - 8:00 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
42h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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8:50 am - 5:34 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 44m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,095Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30
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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
$1,115Lufthansa
Sat, Mar 6 - Sat, Mar 13
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5:50 pm - 7:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
17h 30m1 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
$1,160Lufthansa
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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 from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali 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 start at $952. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $995 to $1,521. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $952 on KLM.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali at $909 round-trip.
•June ($1,541) and May ($1,398) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% 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

October

Cheapest flight

$579
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 21% increase in price.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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

  • 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) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 17% of one-stop connections

    Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,062 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,398, a difference of $336. 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 expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 6% above the route average of $1,277. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 0h 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 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $734, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 22h 31m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 29h 09m 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.

  • 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 $995 to $1,521, with an average of $1,277 over the past 12 months. Anything below $995 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,062 - about $336 less than Wednesday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% 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 November. Fares historically average $909 round-trip in that month - typically $632 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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