Statistics on Chicago-Rwanda (Kigali) flights:what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go:what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Rwanda (Kigali) (from:Chicago)
The average price to go to Rwanda (Kigali) from Chicago airport is $ 1160 (round trip). However,there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus,it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 822 (in november) and $ 1733 (in july),which is a saving of $ 339 or a surplus of $ 573 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $847 to $903 and it is generally more economical to leave on a tuesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful,the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Rwanda (Kigali) before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price,go straight to the second part of this page:When to buy your Chicago-Rwanda (Kigali) plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 7086 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Rwanda (Kigali) from Chicago and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course,prices can vary from year to year,but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays,events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in november,the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 822,saving $ 339 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1160). Conversely,july will be the most expensive ($ 1733).
Flight Chicago-Rwanda (Kigali):when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 835 | $ 1083 | good price |
| February | $ 828 | $ 908 | good price |
| March | $ 813 | $ 939 | good price |
| April | $ 864 | $ 991 | good price |
| May | $ 893 | $ 1072 | good price |
| June | $ 1326 | $ 1567 | high price |
| July | $ 1525 | $ 1733 the most expensive | very high price |
| August | $ 1399 | $ 1629 | high price |
| September | $ 811 | $ 944 | good price |
| October | $ 736 | $ 840 | good price |
| November | $ 699 | $ 822 the cheapest | very good price |
| December | $ 1146 | $ 1396 | fair price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket:if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search,go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Chicago to Rwanda (Kigali)
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Chicago to Rwanda (Kigali) range from $564 to $1975. 5% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $565 to $621),1% at the maximum price (from $1919 to $1975). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $960 to $1016 (8% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Chicago->Rwanda flight
There are 11 companies that serve Chicago from Rwanda (Kigali) airport:Ethiopian Airlines,United,Turkish Airlines,KLM,Lufthansa,Brussels Airlines,Swiss,Rwandair Express,Air Canada,Qatar Airways and Delta.
Data analysis:
Of the 7086 flights analyzed in previous years,Ethiopian Airlines was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (26% of the time) on the Chicago->Rwanda route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically,Chicago-Rwanda (Kigali) flights departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday as your departure date,you can save an average of $64. On the other hand,departing on a friday may cost you an additional $81.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically,return flights from Rwanda (Kigali) to Chicago departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date,you will save an average of $70. Conversely,departing from Rwanda (Kigali) on a friday may cost you an additional $101.
Top prices Chicago-Rwanda (Kigali)
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago →Kigali | 09-05 to 16-05-2025 | $ 1001 | layover flight with Lufthansa |
| Chicago →Kigali | 11-05 to 18-05-2025 | $ 972 | layover flight with Delta |
| Chicago →Kigali | 12-05 to 19-05-2025 | $ 965 | layover flight with Delta |
| Chicago →Kigali | 16-05 to 22-05-2025 | $ 1060 | layover flight with KLM |
| Chicago →Kigali | 19-05 to 26-05-2025 | $ 1025 | layover flight with Delta |
| Chicago →Kigali | 06-06 to 13-06-2025 | $ 1050 | layover flight with Lufthansa |
| Chicago →Kigali | 05-09 to 12-09-2025 | $ 1061 | layover flight with Qatar Airways |
| Chicago →Kigali | 01-11 to 07-11-2025 | $ 1063 | layover flight with Qatar Airways |
| Chicago →Kigali | 25-11 to 30-11-2025 | $ 922 | layover flight with Ethiopian Airlines |
| Chicago →Kigali | 26-11 to 30-11-2025 | $ 912 | layover flight with Ethiopian Airlines |
When to book your flight Chicago - Rwanda (Kigali) to get the cheapest price?
Statistically,you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 6 to 7 months in advance. However,you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.
Did you know:the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book,but also on the day of the week you book! So,to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Chicago-Rwanda flight,it is recommended to book your ticket on a sunday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Rwanda (Kigali),it is recommended to buy it 6 to 7 months before departure (it is then on average 910 $,which is a saving of 250 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand,if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance,you will pay the full price (207 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Chicago to Rwanda (Kigali) flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore,we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time:8 to 9 months before departure (average price:737 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 1019) |
| February | Best time:9 to 10 months before departure (average price:747 $) Other interesting period(s): 8 to 9 months ($ 780) |
| March | Best time:6 to 7 months before departure (average price:872 $) |
| April | - |
| May | Best time:1 to 2 months before departure (average price:1062 $) |
| June | Best time:2 to 3 months before departure (average price:1396 $) |
| July | Best time:3 to 4 months before departure (average price:1297 $) |
| August | Best time:3 to 4 months before departure (average price:1320 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 1517) |
| September | Best time:4 to 5 months before departure (average price:731 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 854),3 to 4 months ($ 852),5 to 6 months ($ 793) |
| October | Best time:4 to 5 months before departure (average price:694 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 731),5 to 6 months ($ 705),6 to 7 months ($ 794) |
| November | Best time:6 to 7 months before departure (average price:683 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 717),5 to 6 months ($ 729) |
| December | Best time:6 to 7 months before departure (average price:1107 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1359),5 to 6 months ($ 1252),7 to 8 months ($ 1162) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically,sunday is the day when plane tickets for Chicago->Rwanda are the cheapest. So,by buying your plane ticket on a sunday,you will save $73. Conversely,by buying it on a monday,you may end up paying $123 more.
Chicago to Rwanda (Kigali):flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | $ 999 $965 to $1060 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1356 $996 to $1822 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1427 $1232 to $1608 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1255 $1146 to $1330 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 1078 $1061 to $1121 | high price | Find a flight |
| November 2025 | $ 966 $912 to $1063 | high price | Find a flight |
| December 2025 | $ 1387 $1387 to $1387 | fair price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price,may,june,july and august are cheaper to travel to Rwanda (Kigali). So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!