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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chicago from R9 618

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Mar 16 — Mar 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 February 2026.

Thu 19/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 2/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/2R13 197
Wed 11/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R13 325
Tue 10/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R13 469
Wed 11/214:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/2R13 549
Tue 10/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 26/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R13 788
Wed 11/219:05
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 22/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R13 836
Wed 11/38:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 26/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R13 868
Tue 24/219:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 21/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R14 491
Sun 8/38:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 26/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R14 571
Fri 3/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 2/714:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/2R14 683
Thu 5/319:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 3/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/2R14 763
Fri 13/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 25/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R14 779

Find flight deals from South Africa to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated 14 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 197

One-way from

R9 618

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 971
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/3-2/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 05m total
  • South Africa to Chicago
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 05m total
  • South Africa to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R11 410 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 551 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Chicago 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 14 February 2026.
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Chicago

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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/4

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R13 197

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R14 491

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/7

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R14 683

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 21/3

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R14 779

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/3

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R14 779

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 21/3

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R15 386

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

21:15-13:50

1 stop23h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/10

21:15-9:25

1 stop29h 10m

R15 850

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/3

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 057

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

10:25-10:51

2 stops31h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/3

14:00-18:35

2 stops21h 35m

R16 105

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

15:05-12:00

2 stops27h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 26/3

8:50-18:35

2 stops26h 45m

R16 105

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Deals found on 12/2

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Chicago?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago (average of R12 782). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 722). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 14 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, United Airlines, andEtihad Airways from South Africa to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 292 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 394 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 216 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 739 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Chicago?

    Departing from South Africa to Chicago will take you 22h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14008 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    R8 889 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R9 943 and R10 539, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Chicago?

    When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Chicago, consider Cape Town Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Durban King Shaka Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Chicago?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago (average of R12 782). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 722). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Chicago

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Chicago. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 14 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 779AverageR16 111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 558AverageR16 675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 664AverageR16 302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 711AverageR18 601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 832AverageR18 715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 468AverageR15 524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 537AverageR16 912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR15 687AverageR17 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 870AverageR17 202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 740AverageR21 293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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