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Cheap flights from Durban to Chicago from R17 102

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — CHI
Jun 23 — Jun 301
1 adult

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 18 June 2025.

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Average price

R18 891
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R17 243 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 549 potential savings vs. average return price).
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One-way flights from Durban to Chicago
Search for one-way flight options from Durban to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 18 June 2025.

Fri 1/810:55DUR - ORD
2 stops36h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/6R17 102
Fri 1/818:40DUR - ORD
1 stop28h 05mEmirates
Deal found 16/6R17 692
Fri 1/812:05DUR - ORD
3 stops35h 09mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/6R22 558

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DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 1/8

10:55-15:55

2 stops36h 00m

R17 102

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 1/8

18:40-15:45

1 stop28h 05m

R17 692

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 1/8

12:05-16:14

3 stops35h 09m

R22 558

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Deals found on 16/6

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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 18 June 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 14% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

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 18 June 2025.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 273 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 273 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 273 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 591 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 273 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
British Airways
6,6
Okay
7 031 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 273 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durban to Chicago one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R17 102 on British Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from R17 692 and Qatar Airways from R22 558 one-way.

  • 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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