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Cheap flights from Durban to Chicago from R10 374

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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — CHI
Dec 24 — Dec 311
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Durban to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durban (DUR) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 046

One-way from

R10 374

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 14/2-18/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 30m total
  • Durban to Chicago
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3/12
  • 3/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 47m total
  • Durban to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R26 316 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R10 677 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Best flights from Durban to Chicago
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Durban to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 24 November 2025.

Sat 14/211:15DUR - ORD
2 stops30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 18/211:50ORD - DUR
2 stops41h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/11R18 046
Sat 14/211:15DUR - ORD
2 stops39h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 18/221:45ORD - DUR
2 stops52h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/11R18 566
Sat 14/211:00DUR - ORD
3 stops28h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 18/29:45ORD - DUR
2 stops37h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/11R23 831
Sat 14/219:10DUR - ORD
1 stop27h 45mEmirates
Wed 18/219:45ORD - DUR
1 stop37h 25mEmirates
Deal found 22/11R24 350

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Durban

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 14/2

11:15-10:05

2 stops30h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

11:50-13:30

2 stops41h 40m

R18 046

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 14/2

11:15-18:45

2 stops39h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

21:45-10:40

2 stops52h 55m

R18 566

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 14/2

11:00-7:40

3 stops28h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

9:45-7:40

2 stops37h 55m

R23 831

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 14/2

19:10-14:55

1 stop27h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

19:45-17:10

1 stop37h 25m

R24 350

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 3/12

21:10-14:57

3 stops49h 47m

R10 374

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 3/12

16:00-18:25

2 stops34h 25m

R13 318

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 11/12

20:45-14:57

3 stops50h 12m

R14 045

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 3/12

8:10-7:40

3 stops55h 30m

R20 263

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 11/12

18:40-7:40

3 stops45h 00m

R20 280

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 3/12

19:10-14:55

1 stop27h 45m

R23 952

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Deals found on 23/11

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DUR to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Durban to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 November 2025.

When flying from Durban to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 43% versus a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated 24 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, andBritish Airways from Durban to Chicago. 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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 672 reviews
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Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 672 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 672 reviews
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Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 052 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 672 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 537 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 672 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Durban to Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Chicago from Durban, you will be flying from King Shaka Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) is located 29,2 km from the centre of Durban. There are 0 flights from King Shaka Intl to Chicago per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Chicago?

    Turkish Airlines, British Airways, and Ethiopian Air can get you from Durban to Chicago in just under 28h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 50m. Durban and Chicago are separated by a distance of 14455 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durban to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Durban to Chicago round-trip from R15 128. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from R16 767, and British Airways, from R18 004. You may be able to fly from Durban to Chicago for 22% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durban to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durban to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durban to Chicago?

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

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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 128AverageR18 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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