How long is the flight from South Africa to Chicago?

Departing from South Africa to Chicago will take you 22h 57m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13700 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

R7 152 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Emirates. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and British Airways, with prices starting from R9 587 and R10 412, respectively.

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.

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).

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

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

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Chicago?

The most popular airlines flying from South Africa to Chicago are United Airlines, Qatar Airways and KLM. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

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

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.

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Round-trip from	R15 171
One-way from	R10 086
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R17 664

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South Africa to Chicago

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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 R16 700). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 931). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Chicago?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines 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.

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Kushal,Sept 2026

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It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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Kushal,Sept 2026

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It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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Kushal,Sept 2026

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It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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Kushal,Sept 2026

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It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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Kushal,Sept 2026

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It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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Kushal,Sept 2026

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It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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How long is the flight from South Africa to Chicago?
Departing from South Africa to Chicago will take you 22h 57m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13700 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Chicago one-way?
R7 152 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Emirates. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and British Airways, with prices starting from R9 587 and R10 412, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Chicago?
When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Chicago, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Cape Town Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Cape Town Intl - Chicago Midway, 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 R16 700). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 931). 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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Ethiopian Air	CheapestR5 739	AverageR20 317	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR13 724	AverageR16 532	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR14 613	AverageR17 034	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
United Airlines	CheapestR15 423	AverageR17 314	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	CheapestR16 356	AverageR23 283	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
KLM	CheapestR16 711	AverageR19 458	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR16 932	AverageR19 919	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	CheapestR20 647	AverageR23 564	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

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