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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Cairo Airport to Chicago? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $611. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Chicago.$611 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 26, returning Tue, Dec 1.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Cairo on Thu, Nov 26, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, Dec 1, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $611, select.

Chicago.$611 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 4, returning Mon, Nov 9.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Cairo on Wed, Nov 4, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, Nov 9, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $611, select.

Chicago.$611 per passenger.Departing Wed, Dec 2, returning Tue, Dec 8.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Cairo on Wed, Dec 2, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, Dec 8, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $611, select.

Chicago.$618 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 29, returning Wed, Nov 11.Round-trip flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departing from Cairo on Thu, Oct 29, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, Nov 11, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $618, select.

Chicago.$620 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 18, returning Fri, Jan 15.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Cairo on Wed, Nov 18, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, Jan 15, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $620, select.

Chicago.$620 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 4, returning Sat, Jan 30.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Cairo on Fri, Dec 4, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, Jan 30, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $620, select.

Chicago.$626 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 20, returning Wed, Dec 2.Round-trip flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departing from Cairo on Fri, Nov 20, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, Dec 2, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $626, select.

Chicago.$626 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 11, returning Wed, Nov 18.Round-trip flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departing from Cairo on Wed, Nov 11, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, Nov 18, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $626, select.

Chicago.$627 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 22, returning Wed, Jan 27.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Cairo on Fri, Jan 22, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, Jan 27, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $627, select.

Chicago.$629 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 16, returning Fri, Oct 23.Round-trip flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departing from Cairo on Fri, Oct 16, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, Oct 23, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $629, select.

Chicago.$632 per passenger.Departing Wed, Mar 10, returning Wed, Mar 17.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Cairo on Wed, Mar 10, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, Mar 17, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $632, select.

Chicago.$632 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 20, returning Sun, Feb 7.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Cairo on Wed, Jan 20, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, Feb 7, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $632, select.

Chicago.$633 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 29, returning Sat, May 1.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Cairo on Fri, Jan 29, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, May 1, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $633, select.

Chicago.$636 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 11, returning Fri, Feb 26.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Cairo on Thu, Feb 11, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, Feb 26, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $636, select.

Chicago.$637 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 25, returning Sun, Mar 14.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Cairo on Thu, Feb 25, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, Mar 14, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $637, select.

Chicago.$638 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 7, returning Fri, May 14.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Cairo on Fri, May 7, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, May 14, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $638, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Cairo to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$611
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	12 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airline	EgyptAir
Average flights per week	12

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Chicago?

There are 3 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International and Chicago Rockford.

How much are round-trip flights from Cairo to Chicago?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cairo to Chicago is $611. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Cairo to Chicago?

12 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Cairo to Chicago.

Which airlines fly direct from Cairo to Chicago?

EgyptAir flies direct from Cairo to Chicago.

How many flights are there a week from Cairo to Chicago?

There are 12 flights per week flying from Cairo to Chicago, as of October 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Chicago?

The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Chicago is usually November.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Chicago?

If you're flying from Cairo Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.5 km away from the center of Chicago. We've found flights to this airport from $611.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Chicago on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Chicago on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Chicago?

Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 45 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Cairo Airport to Chicago?

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 Chicago 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Chicago?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Chicago?

In October, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is June.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Cairo Airport to Chicago?

Currently, American Airlines and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Traveling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Chicago: what you need to know

Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Chicago is eight hours behind Cairo.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your CAI to Chicago flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from CAI to Chicago, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
- Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
- Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
The journey from central Cairo to CAI takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Chicago? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAI:
When it comes to Cairo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Chicago

$369 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $611. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from CAI to Chicago. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Finding cheap tickets from Cairo International Airport to Chicago is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across every month and bag a sweet deal.
There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from CAI to Chicago.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cairo International Airport to Chicago.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 27 kilometers from the center of Chicago. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Chicago. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Reserving your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from CAI to Chicago can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

Central Chicago is around 16 kilometers from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Cairo International Airport to Chicago has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
Traveling by public transport will take around 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your CAI to Chicago flight:
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

Find your way to the city center after your flight from Cairo International Airport to Chicago has landed. Central Chicago is about 145 kilometers from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take you roughly 2 hours using public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey to the center, head for a hotel close to RFD. Check in to one of these options after your CAI to Chicago flight:
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Cairo International Airport to Chicago is always a good idea. As well as better prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport can be found at 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

January is the quietest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Chicago, while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Chicago based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before booking a Cairo International Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAI to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Chicago

Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cairo International Airport to Chicago, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are must-visits when exploring Chicago.

Explore more of the United States

Chicago has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometers southeast of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theater.
Indianapolis is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometers southeast of Chicago. No journey is complete without dropping by Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.