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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chicago from R9 341

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 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Aug 3 — Aug 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Chicago

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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 4 July 2026.

Wed 29/723:15
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Wed 5/816:50
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
KLM
Deal found 30/6R16 185
Fri 9/107:40
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop37h 35m
KLM
Sat 14/1116:25
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop22h 15m
KLM
Deal found 4/7R16 218
Sun 12/720:00
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop20h 36m
United Airlines
Fri 24/719:45
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops36h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/7R16 315
Fri 9/1020:00
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop25h 26m
United Airlines
Sat 14/116:25
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop25h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/7R16 412
Sat 4/78:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 10/910:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/7R16 656
Sat 4/79:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/914:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/7R16 704
Wed 7/109:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 17/1014:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6R16 769
Sun 1/1118:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 17/1111:45
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/7R16 785
Sat 4/714:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 30/810:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/7R16 866
Sat 4/78:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 28/810:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/7R16 899
Mon 7/918:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/516:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6R16 996
Wed 7/1023:15
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops28h 15m
Delta
Sat 17/1013:26
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 24m
Delta
Deal found 30/6R16 996

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 4 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 185

One-way from

R9 341

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 440
KLM
  • KLM
  • 29/7-5/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 35m total
  • South Africa to Chicago
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 10m total
  • South Africa to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R19 661 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 439 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/10

7:40-14:15

1 stop37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 14/11

16:25-22:40

1 stop22h 15m

R16 218

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/10

20:00-14:26

1 stop25h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 14/11

6:25-16:10

1 stop25h 45m

R16 412

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

23:15-20:30

2 stops28h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/10

13:26-17:50

1 stop21h 24m

R16 996

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

23:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 27/8

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 029
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

16:25-22:00

1 stop21h 35m

R17 142

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

23:15-22:44

2 stops30h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/8

11:22-21:25

2 stops27h 03m

R19 251

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

7:40-14:15

1 stop37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/9

16:20-21:25

1 stop22h 05m

R19 299

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/8

23:15-22:44

2 stops30h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

16:50-21:25

1 stop21h 35m

R19 413

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

13:50-8:15

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/9

10:15-14:10

1 stop20h 55m

R19 510

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

23:15-22:25

2 stops30h 10m

Chicago Midway

Sat 17/10

16:25-17:50

1 stop18h 25m

R19 591

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago (average of R5 595). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 158). 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 67 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 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 4 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,United Airlines, andQatar 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
7,8
Good
1 533 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 533 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 533 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 930 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 533 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 741 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 533 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 473 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 533 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 095 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 533 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 25h 26m. 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?

    R6 980 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 SWISS, with prices starting from R9 306 and R11 186, 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, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago Midway or Cape Town 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago (average of R5 595). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 158). 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 4 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 622AverageR21 685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 971AverageR16 454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 239AverageR15 150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 052AverageR17 928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 701AverageR15 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 975AverageR17 279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 383AverageR19 820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 525AverageR19 899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapestR16 643AverageR19 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR19 304AverageR23 310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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