ORD - KGL

$499 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Kigali

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Kigali departing on 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Chicago to Kigali, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$887
Overall average: $1,030
Ethiopian Air
Mon 2/16Tue 2/24
ORD - KGL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$499
Typical prices: $729-$732
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/15
ORD - KGL • 1 stop
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Ethiopian Air
Cheapest • from $887 (round-trip)
United Airlines
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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November
Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Kigali (ORD-KGL)

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

Mon, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 24
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9:45 am - 4:45 pm
ORD
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KGL
23h 00m
1 stop
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5:40 pm - 7:40 am
KGL
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ORD
22h 00m
2 stops
$887Ethiopian Air
Mon, May 11 - Mon, Jun 15
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2:15 pm - 6:50 pm
ORD
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KGL
21h 35m
2 stops
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8:05 pm - 2:53 pm
KGL
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ORD
25h 48m
3 stops
$888Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 24
United Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 7:40 pm
ORD
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KGL
22h 38m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 12:10 pm
KGL
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ORD
23h 20m
2 stops
$917United Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 3
United Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 7:40 pm
ORD
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KGL
17h 45m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 7:25 pm
KGL
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ORD
30h 35m
3 stops
$922United Airlines
Mon, May 11 - Mon, Jun 15
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2:15 pm - 6:50 pm
ORD
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KGL
21h 35m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
8:05 pm - 2:53 pm
KGL
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ORD
25h 48m
2 stops
$923Air Canada
Mon, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 24
United Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 7:40 pm
ORD
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KGL
21h 10m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 5:00 pm
KGL
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ORD
28h 10m
3 stops
$927United Airlines
Tue, Mar 17 - Mon, Mar 23
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9:20 pm - 1:45 am
ORD
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KGL
21h 25m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:40 am - 11:05 am
KGL
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ORD
39h 25m
2 stops
$929Turkish Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 2
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 1:40 am
ORD
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KGL
21h 20m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:40 am - 10:05 am
KGL
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ORD
39h 25m
2 stops
$964Turkish Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 26
United Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 7:40 pm
ORD
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KGL
41h 20m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 12:10 pm
KGL
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ORD
23h 20m
2 stops
$986United Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 26
Qatar Airways Logo
6:50 pm - 1:30 pm
ORD
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KGL
34h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
8:20 am - 2:30 pm
KGL
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ORD
38h 10m
2 stops
$1,000Qatar Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Kigali flights

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

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

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 Kigali, 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 Kigali is November, where tickets cost $911 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,445 and $1,350 respectively.

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

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 Kigali, 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 Kigali, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$499
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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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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FAQs for booking Chicago to Kigali flights

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kigali was $499 for a one-way ticket and $887 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Chicago and on arrival in Kigali.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Kigali?

    Chicago airport is called Chicago O'Hare Intl and the only airport in Kigali is Kigali Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Kigali?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Kigali?

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Kigali, United Airlines or Ethiopian Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Kigali are United Airlines and Ethiopian Air. With an average price for the route of $1,163 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. Ethiopian Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,127 and an overall rating of 7.2.

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

    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 Kigali.

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

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

    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 Kigali with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago and KGL 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 Kigali?

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

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Chicago to Kigali

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Kigali. 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 Kigali? 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
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9232 reviews
7.1Entertainment
6.6Food
7.3Comfort
8.1Crew
7.7Boarding
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I was fully checked in the prior night and i was unchecked and then didn’t have a seat when I boarded. Instead of an aisle seat, I was out in the middle seat of the very last row of the plane.

2.0 MediocreJames, Jan 2026
ORD - MSP
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I was fully checked in the prior night and i was unchecked and then didn’t have a seat when I boarded. Instead of an aisle seat, I was out in the middle seat of the very last row of the plane.

In overall it was a good experience, the only down point was that the entertainment screen was working properly.

They lost my luggage, so, not happy. The crew was nice but my suitcases never made it, still trying to find out what happened!

I understand weather is an issue, but making us chase our plane down at five scheduled gates across three terminals in an airport the size of O'Hare was unfair. They'd have probably been better off to leave gates as TBD until the inbound plane is in final approach instead of running us all over the place. Also, props to the consistently-unprepared ground crew in Richmond for once again leaving my lane parked short of the gate because they couldn't have a crew in place on time with 2 hours notice...

cabin crew was OK, food was OK, the trip from the US to Munich was actually pretty bad comfort wise. Noisy aircraft, lights never dimmed even in Business class (night flight) barely sufficient amenities for the price. I have millions of miles with United but TBH American is gaining ground and Delta has always been marginally better then United although on paper United has more longes and cheaper upgrades.

Essy to get on. The hostess gave very little pop, the plane was late getting in, and we are still waiting for our bags. This sucks. :/

Not United Airlines' fault. It's ORL airport's fault.

Great flight. On time boarding. Smooth flight and on time arrival at EWR. The flight crew was marvelous and there was a great selection of movies on the entertainment system. Our bags were at the carousel before we got there. Another excellent flight from United.

I liked the snacks and the flight attendants were friendly.

The movies offered were great. Staff were very pleasant and very efficient.

Flight from London was delayed so missed the connecting flight. Taking 2 days to get to destination which should have only taken a few hours.

Too cramped up for the better seats I paid for.

I didn’t like my seat in my return flight from Montreal to Orlando at all; considering I paid extra for better seats. That middle seat was cramped up way too much.

Suitcase didn’t arrive to Stockholm. Chairs y comfy and not even water is offered

Bad baggage and people management at boarding forcing me to dispatch my bad despite being the perfect size and respecting everything perfectly, whereas many did not and many free empty spots on the plane as usual… making me loose time and my planned bus at arrival to go to Geneva. Costing me 100 euros extra! So Brussels airlines needs to refund me

I never board the flight. My visa was delayed and when I tried calling Kayak, no one answer and I still have not heard from anyone.

All great. Very efficient. Good emails that kept us in the know

Original flight was canceled, booked another one and find out when checking I was on the waiting list. Horrible experience

Actually this is my first time using airline I was in every single thing that happened throughout our journey, the appearance of the plane inside furnished about the seating the flight attendants and many many more I was so excited throughout thank you Brussels Airlines for the great service.

On board service was decent. I like the legroom at UA that seems to be more than in other airlines

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 were amazing. They should improve the inflight entertainment

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.

Delay not posted, only departure time listed- not boarding time. We left an hour late and arrived 45 min late. Restrooms had backed up sinks and toilets not flushed ) passenger error). Lots of screen for entertainment didn’t work. But we arrived with our luggage

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.

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.

The food was terrible and the seating was uncomfortable, but the airline did a great thing letting us board in Abbis Ababa on our connecting flight after our original flight was very delayed.

Checking in wasn't organized, too many so-called diplomats were jumping line while everyone was waiting in line. They should have their own line not to impede on other passengers that was also waiting to be served. We all paid money and there should be no discrimination because everyone's money should have the same value diplomat or not! If they want to give diplomats some special treatment then let them create their own check in desk and not treat other passengers some that are (elderly, some with children, pregnant women) making them stand longer in line than necessary just because people are jumping line 😡

Food hardly ever changes Videos not often updated for often travel.

Service and food were excellent. Incredibly friendly and competent staff. Flight was delayed over and hour and I had to run between terminals to get my connecting flight.

Missed it by a couple minutes and couldn’t find an alternative flight so had to spend the night in DC and after much shuffling from 1 airline to another managed to get a United to Frankfurt.

There were only 2 toilets and one of them did not work in business class. We are not allowed to cross classes so had to wait in line to use the toilets!! The entertainment touch display was finicky and did not work all the time.

We missed our flight. There was not enough time built into the layover to get through immigration, customs, bagclaim, bag rechecking, and the long trip to another terminal and gate. Kayak really screwed up. We took the bus up to Wisconsin and then were picked up in Brookfield by private car. It was lucky we didnt miss the last bus out.

I tried both on line and by calling the Customer Service line to arrange for a special meal as i have food intolerances. I was under the impression from your service representative that I was successful. I was not. I cannot eat spicy foods and get very ill if i eat bell peppers. I could not eat either menu choice and no special meal was actually ordered. ( your representative tried to order it for a flight that did not have meal service!!! - found this out later). Your wonderful cabin crew managed to put together a fruit, salad, roll and cheese tray for me so I had something to eat. WHY WOULD YOU SERVE SPICY FOOD, WITH NO MILDER OPTION,ON AN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT???

Crew was professional and great, flight was clean. However food was pathetic. I ordered a Hindu meal assuming no meat but they served chicken. Need to be very specific- Hindu meal should be categorize as Vegetarian - no meat or egg. Or it should be specific that we are serving meat.

Late flight Delays Poor service Poor staff Worst airline ever

Ground staff and cabin crew were excellent. Flight was perfectly on time. Zero issues.

Even after a delay, getting off the ground, thanks for keeping me safe, the airline made certain that my connecting flight was rebooked to get me to my final destination. It was actually rebooked twice, and my luggage still managed to meet me. The airline gave me a credit for food and beverage to be used at the airport vendors, regretfully, the credit did not transfer to my final boarding pass. Oh, well…

Trip was smooth, good drew, average meal, almost cold coffee. Excellent landing. Did not enjoy going down the stairs, walking to the gate, walking up the stairs, going a long walk to the exchange gate, and going down the stairs again to be bussed all the way where we originally landed to take our next flight! Over all an average experience. Thank you.

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