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Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois from R9 311

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/6. 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.
JNB — ORD
May 1 — May 81
1 adult
Wed 1/5
Wed 8/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Illinois?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 56 days in advance, which can save you up to 30% on flights from South Africa to Illinois compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 56 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at R16 867. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from R22 171.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Illinois?

Our data shows that October tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Illinois from South Africa. Users have commonly found prices around R19 762 for the month, but tickets can be as low as R15 035. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in August.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to Illinois (ZA - IL)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Illinois as you normally would.

Cheap KLM flights from South Africa to Illinois

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by KLM for the route between South Africa and Illinois. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 624 505 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest KLM flights we've detected travelling from South Africa to Illinois. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Thu 30/523:15JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 05mKLM
Sat 8/612:35ORD - JNB
2 stops25h 45mKLM
Deal found 24/4R21 789
Sun 12/523:15JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 20mKLM
Sun 26/513:32ORD - JNB
2 stops24h 48mKLM
Deal found 25/4R22 228
Sun 12/523:15CPT - ORD
2 stops27h 56mKLM
Mon 3/614:02ORD - CPT
2 stops24h 23mKLM
Deal found 25/4R23 564
Sun 12/523:15JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 20mKLM
Thu 30/516:25ORD - JNB
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 25/4R26 445
Tue 18/623:15JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 05mKLM
Sat 6/716:25ORD - JNB
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 25/4R30 661
Fri 14/623:15JNB - MDW
2 stops26h 15mKLM
Sun 14/714:25MDW - JNB
2 stops23h 55mKLM
Deal found 25/4R41 785

Cheap Kenya Airways flights from South Africa to Illinois

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Kenya Airways for the route between South Africa and Illinois. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 624 505 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Kenya Airways flights departing from South Africa and landing in Illinois. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Thu 13/61:15JNB - ORD
2 stops47h 13mKenya Airways
Sun 14/77:10ORD - JNB
2 stops25h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R24 155
Sun 14/714:30CPT - ORD
3 stops53h 49mKenya Airways
Sat 3/814:00ORD - CPT
3 stops64h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R25 357
Wed 19/612:10JNB - ORD
2 stops60h 18mKenya Airways
Sun 7/77:15ORD - JNB
2 stops34h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R27 761

Cheap South Africa to Illinois flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from South Africa to Illinois specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 624 505 searches. Prices were last updated on 26 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from South Africa to Illinois in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 14/58:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/510:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R16 504
Sun 12/521:30CPT - ORD
1 stop33h 25mDelta
Mon 3/67:09ORD - CPT
2 stops31h 16mDelta
Deal found 25/4R17 401
Tue 14/519:20JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/523:00ORD - JNB
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R18 622
Sun 12/521:30CPT - ORD
1 stop26h 17mDelta
Mon 3/616:45ORD - CPT
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Deal found 25/4R19 290
Sun 28/423:15JNB - ORD
2 stops26h 20mDelta
Mon 27/58:45ORD - JNB
2 stops29h 35mDelta
Deal found 25/4R19 328
Thu 30/523:15JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 05mDelta
Fri 7/616:20ORD - JNB
1 stop22h 00mDelta
Deal found 25/4R19 347
Thu 30/523:15JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 05mDelta
Fri 7/616:20ORD - JNB
1 stop22h 00mDelta
Deal found 25/4R19 366
Sun 12/514:55JNB - ORD
2 stops39h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 26/521:05ORD - JNB
2 stops52h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/4R19 538
Tue 14/519:20JNB - ORD
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/518:45ORD - JNB
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R19 900

South Africa to Illinois 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Africa and Illinois in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 624 505 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from South Africa to Illinois in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 14/58:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/510:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R16 504
Sun 12/521:30CPT - ORD
1 stop33h 25mDelta
Mon 3/67:09ORD - CPT
2 stops31h 16mDelta
Deal found 25/4R17 401
Tue 14/519:20JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/523:00ORD - JNB
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R18 622
Tue 10/1223:59JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/1217:20ORD - JNB
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R18 965
Tue 10/1219:50JNB - ORD
1 stop27h 20mDelta
Mon 23/1217:59ORD - JNB
2 stops30h 56mDelta
Deal found 25/4R19 118
Tue 10/1223:59JNB - ORD
2 stops29h 35mDelta
Mon 23/1217:59ORD - JNB
2 stops30h 56mDelta
Deal found 25/4R19 214
Sun 12/521:30CPT - ORD
1 stop26h 17mDelta
Mon 3/616:45ORD - CPT
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Deal found 25/4R19 290
Sun 28/423:15JNB - ORD
2 stops26h 20mDelta
Mon 27/58:45ORD - JNB
2 stops29h 35mDelta
Deal found 25/4R19 328
Thu 30/523:15JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 05mDelta
Fri 7/616:20ORD - JNB
1 stop22h 00mDelta
Deal found 25/4R19 347

One-way flights to Illinois from South Africa

Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Illinois. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 624 505 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from South Africa to Illinois. Users can also find round-trip South Africa to Illinois flights by using the search form above.
Tue 4/68:00JNB - ORD
3 stops43h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R9 311
Tue 11/617:00JNB - ORD
2 stops35h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R9 387
Tue 4/613:00CPT - ORD
2 stops38h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R9 445
Mon 7/1013:00CPT - ORD
2 stops51h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R9 597
Tue 4/613:00CPT - MDW
2 stops48h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R9 845
Tue 11/617:00JNB - ORD
3 stops52h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R10 380
Tue 4/616:35CPT - ORD
1 stop24h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4R10 895
Wed 16/1013:35JNB - ORD
1 stop32h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R10 933
Mon 21/1013:35JNB - ORD
1 stop32h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R10 971

Find flights from South Africa to Illinois within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Illinois 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 624 505 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.

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Johannesburg OR TamboChicago O'Hare Intl

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/5

2 stops30h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/5

1 stop19h 50m

R16 504

Cape Town IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/5

1 stop33h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/6

2 stops31h 16m

R17 401

Johannesburg OR TamboChicago O'Hare Intl

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/5

1 stop22h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/5

1 stop27h 25m

R18 622

Johannesburg OR TamboChicago O'Hare Intl

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/5

2 stops39h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 26/5

2 stops52h 25m

R19 538

Johannesburg OR TamboChicago O'Hare Intl

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/5

2 stops37h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/8

1 stop36h 05m

R20 110

Johannesburg OR TamboChicago O'Hare Intl

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/5

1 stop24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/8

1 stop36h 30m

R20 606

Johannesburg OR TamboChicago O'Hare Intl

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/5

2 stops42h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/8

2 stops32h 00m

R21 751

Johannesburg OR TamboChicago O'Hare Intl

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/5

1 stop22h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/6

2 stops25h 45m

R21 789

Durban King Shaka IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 13/8

2 stops36h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 27/8

2 stops38h 15m

R21 827

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Deals found on 25/4

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Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated 26 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to Illinois, see what other customers have to say about KLM, Kenya Airways and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
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Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
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Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
4 067 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
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Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Delta
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
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Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

KLM
7,9
Good
1 626 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

SWISS
7,8
Good
2 061 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from South Africa to Illinois for under R16 600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Illinois for under R16 600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Ethiopian Air for just R16 504, but on average you can expect to pay R20 206.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Illinois one-way

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines According to our data, you can fly for as little as R10 895. Users have also found prices from R10 933 and R13 051 on Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, respectively.

  • What does JNB to ORD mean?

    JNB and ORD are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. JNB to ORD refers to a flight route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Moline Quad-City Airport (MLI), Greater Peoria Airport (PIA), Bloomington-Normal Airport (BMI), Springfield Capital Airport (SPI).

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Illinois that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to Illinois flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to Illinois with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to Illinois flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Illinois?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Illinois.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Illinois?

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Illinois that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to Illinois offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to Illinois?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to Illinois flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Africa to Illinois flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to Illinois flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 25/4.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Illinois

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Illinois. 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 624 505 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR13 369AverageR21 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetBlueCheapestR13 484AverageR14 974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestR13 503AverageR19 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR14 659AverageR20 193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 892AverageR20 825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 255AverageR23 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 998AverageR17 511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 592AverageR16 760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 717AverageR24 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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IberiaCheapestR17 359AverageR18 481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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