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$750+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Kigali (KGL)

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ORD — KGL
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$929
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$750
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$943
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Kigali
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Kigali. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/269:45 amORD - KGL
1 stop23h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 3/55:40 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops22h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/19$929
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/247:50 pmORD - KGL
1 stop22h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 11/72:40 amKGL - ORD
2 stops39h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19$967
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/710:40 amORD - KGL
2 stops25h 15mAir Canada
Sun 5/188:00 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops31h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 2/19$980
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/711:10 amORD - KGL
2 stops24h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/188:00 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$984
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/61:57 pmORD - KGL
2 stops22h 38mKLM
Sun 4/138:45 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops24h 25mKLM
Deal found 2/20$997
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/511:30 amORD - KGL
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/128:10 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops47h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,005
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/265:55 pmORD - KGL
1 stop18h 45mBrussels Airlines
Mon 4/78:10 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops47h 35mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,021
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/67:05 amORD - KGL
2 stops28h 25mKenya Airways
Sun 3/99:00 amKGL - ORD
2 stops34h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,035
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/315:52 pmORD - KGL
3 stops66h 03mSWISS
Wed 6/118:05 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops26h 50mSWISS
Deal found 2/19$1,043
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/246:00 pmORD - KGL
2 stops42h 25mLufthansa
Sat 11/88:50 pmKGL - ORD
3 stops31h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 2/19$1,093
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/64:25 pmORD - KGL
2 stops37h 20mQatar Airways
Sat 3/154:00 pmKGL - ORD
2 stops49h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,267
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/267:50 pmORD - KGL
1 stop28h 05mRwandAir
Mon 4/711:20 pmKGL - ORD
1 stop22h 45mRwandAir
Deal found 2/19$1,306

Find flights from Illinois to Kigali within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Kigali that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Illinois

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Kigali

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ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

10:15 am-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Kigali Intl

Sun 4/13

5:40 pm-8:05 am

2 stops21h 25m

$938

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/11

7:50 pm-12:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

Kigali Intl

Wed 4/23

1:45 am-5:55 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$976

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

10:40 am-6:55 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Kigali Intl

Sun 5/18

8:00 pm-8:12 pm

3 stops31h 12m

$980

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

11:10 am-6:55 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sun 5/18

8:00 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$984

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

1:57 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops22h 38m

Kigali Intl

Sun 4/13

8:45 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$997

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/5

11:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Kigali Intl

Sat 4/12

8:10 pm-12:10 pm

3 stops47h 00m

$1,005

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/26

5:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Kigali Intl

Mon 4/7

8:10 pm-12:45 pm

3 stops47h 35m

$1,021

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

2:20 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Kigali Intl

Sun 5/18

8:00 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$1,027

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/6

7:05 am-7:30 pm

2 stops28h 25m

Kigali Intl

Sun 3/9

9:00 am-11:55 am

2 stops34h 55m

$1,035

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/6

3:55 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops43h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sat 3/15

8:50 pm-7:25 pm

3 stops53h 35m

$1,103

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Kigali

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Kigali?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Kigali (average of $1,002). Flying from Illinois to Kigali in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,734). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to KGL?

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Reviews of airlines servicing Kigali

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kigali. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kigali. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to Kigali, such as KLM, SWISS and Qatar Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kigali from Illinois?

    Kigali Intl (KGL), located 3.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Kigali.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Kigali one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $750. Users have also found prices from $830 and $987 on Brussels Airlines and SWISS, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Kigali that include hotel bookings?

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Kigali by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Kigali?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Kigali (average of $1,002). Flying from Illinois to Kigali in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,734). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Illinois to Kigali

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Kigali. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$779Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$828Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$964Average$1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$966Average$1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$969Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$979Average$1,857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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