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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chicago from R9 373

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
May 16 — May 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 16 April 2026.

Wed 24/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R15 147
Tue 27/109:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/1113:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4R15 164
Wed 9/918:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/220:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/4R15 605
Tue 27/1017:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 34m
Kenya Airways
Wed 25/116:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops25h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/4R17 045
Thu 28/512:40
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop35h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 20/819:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R17 061
Tue 24/1117:15
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 12/111:50
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/4R17 126
Mon 18/519:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/719:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop37h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R17 388
Mon 7/918:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/311:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/4R17 503
Mon 7/917:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops26h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/36:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R17 568
Wed 25/1115:05
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops27h 42m
United Airlines
Tue 19/121:30
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops37h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4R17 813
Mon 3/89:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 4/914:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/4R17 944
Thu 28/519:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/619:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R18 059

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 16 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 147

One-way from

R9 373

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 781
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 24/6-24/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 55m total
  • South Africa to Chicago
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 10m total
  • South Africa to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 252 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 725 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 16 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/6

21:10-8:20

1 stop28h 10m

R19 138

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 10/9

12:05-12:40

3 stops31h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

19:20-10:35

2 stops32h 15m

R20 038

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

19:30-16:50

1 stop28h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/5

15:57-12:55

2 stops37h 58m

R20 643

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

23:15-19:31

2 stops27h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 19/8

16:50-21:25

1 stop21h 35m

R20 758

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

19:30-16:50

1 stop28h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/6

16:33-12:55

2 stops37h 22m

R20 758

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 10/9

11:15-18:15

2 stops38h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

11:25-13:15

2 stops42h 50m

R21 150

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 10/9

11:15-15:55

2 stops35h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

21:00-10:40

2 stops54h 40m

R21 363

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/4

12:00-7:41

3 stops50h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/5

19:20-19:50

2 stops41h 30m

R21 641

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

15:25-8:15

2 stops47h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

10:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

R21 690

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

12:40-21:30

2 stops39h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 22/6

19:20-9:00

1 stop30h 40m

R21 788

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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 R13 086). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 900). 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 16 April 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
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
1 499 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
9 597 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
1 432 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
4 306 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
7 890 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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 27h 16m. 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 040 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 Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R9 316 and R10 179, 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 R13 086). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 900). 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 16 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 670AverageR19 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 080AverageR15 797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 510AverageR16 986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 182AverageR18 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 836AverageR15 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 101AverageR17 364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR16 248AverageR18 466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 370AverageR18 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 657AverageR21 481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 470AverageR25 307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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