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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chicago from R9 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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Apr 6 — Apr 131
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 7 March 2026.

Mon 16/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 1/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/3R14 234
Mon 27/418:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/511:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3R14 300
Sun 19/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 26/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops58h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3R14 533
Sun 26/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R14 566
Wed 29/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R14 649
Fri 24/413:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30/410:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/3R14 715
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/3R14 765
Sun 7/613:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 21/710:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R14 815
Wed 1/48:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/3R14 964
Tue 28/417:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/520:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3R14 998
Wed 1/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/3R15 031
Sat 18/413:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 25/410:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/3R15 097

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 7 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 234

One-way from

R9 102

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 854
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 16/3-1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 05m total
  • South Africa to Chicago
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28/4
  • 28/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 00m total
  • South Africa to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 880 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 874 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Depart

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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/4

13:50-8:15

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/4

10:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

R15 097

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 127

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R16 160

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

20:00-10:50

1 stop21h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

21:40-15:20

1 stop34h 40m

R16 409

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

20:05-9:56

1 stop20h 51m

Chicago Midway

Thu 30/4

10:41-17:50

1 stop24h 09m

R16 775

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

18:00-15:10

1 stop28h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/5

15:50-8:45

2 stops33h 55m

R16 791

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

20:25-18:34

2 stops29h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/4

20:30-8:45

2 stops29h 15m

R16 808

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

22:00-10:00

2 stops43h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

14:32-19:40

1 stop22h 08m

R16 841

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

20:25-18:52

2 stops29h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/4

15:30-8:45

2 stops34h 15m

R16 841
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R16 874

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Deals found on 6/3

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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 R11 410). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 260). 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 7 March 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
7,8
Good
1 467 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 467 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 467 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 405 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 467 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 424 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 467 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 249 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 467 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 779 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 467 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 21h 50m. 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?

    R9 240 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 R10 335 and R10 955, 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, Cape Town Intl - Chicago Midway or Johannesburg OR Tambo - 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 R11 410). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 260). 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 7 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 283AverageR16 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 023AverageR16 823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 094AverageR17 342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 292AverageR19 336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 418AverageR19 563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR16 079AverageR16 137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 243AverageR17 662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR16 498AverageR17 881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 510AverageR18 702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 402AverageR22 242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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