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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Kigali? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kigali.815 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr, returning Mon, 13 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Kigali on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 815 €, select.
Kigali.828 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Kigali on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 828 €, select.
Kigali.1.036 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Thu, 2 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Kigali on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.036 €, select.
Kigali.1.241 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.241 €, select.
Kigali.1.349 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.349 €, select.

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Chicago to Kigali: Alternative routes

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Chicago to Kigali: Flight information

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Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Kigali is 815 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chicago to Kigali. But we found flights with one stop from 815 €.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Chicago to Kigali.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Kigali is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Kigali Airport on Monday, 6 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chicago and Kigali Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kigali but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kigali is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kigali is Turkish Airlines .

Flying from Chicago to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Chicago to Kigali International Airport (KGL). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the two main airports in Chicago.

  • Kigali is seven hours ahead of Chicago. Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to KGL.

  • If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • We make it easy to find cheap flights from Chicago to KGL with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ORD and KGL include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • Located around 40 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Kigali International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

  • 74.85% of flights departing from O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • You can get to MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to KGL flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:

  • When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.

  • The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Kigali International Airport flight:

  • Flights that depart from RFD arrive at their destination on schedule 76.19% of the time.

  • You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.

About Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • Reserve a hotel near KGL if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Kigali International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:

  • Venture beyond Kigali and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can book a Kigali International Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Green Motion.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Chicago to Kigali International Airport flight.

Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

  • Kigali International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Kigali. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Kigali International Airport is 510 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 815 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To find cheap flights from Chicago to KGL, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.

  • Cheap Chicago to Kigali International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Chicago to KGL.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago to Kigali International Airport.

The best time to fly from Chicago to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Kigali International Airport (KGL). Visit Kigali in April for a more laid-back experience.

  • Before locking in your Chicago to KGL plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Kigali, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Kigali International Airport in May if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Kigali

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Kigali right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Kigali International Airport:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Silverback, Africa Tours Rwanda Safari and Fine safaris Afrika are top attractions which should be on every Kigali itinerary.

Explore more of Rwanda

  • You've seen Kigali, now it's time to explore more of Rwanda. Travel about 121 kilometres west to Nyamasheke to check off its must-visit sights. From Nyungwe National Park to Umugano Botanical Garden and IMUHIRA ECO TOURISM RWANDA, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Another worthwhile stop in Rwanda, Cyamura is around 145 kilometres south-west of Kigali. Plan to visit highlights including Bugarama Hotsprings.

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