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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chicago from R9 288

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 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
May 22 — May 291
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 22 April 2026.

Tue 3/119:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/1213:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4R14 769
Wed 24/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/4R14 786
Fri 16/109:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 30/1014:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4R15 114
Tue 27/109:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/1113:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4R15 212
Mon 25/512:40
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop35h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/819:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/4R16 722
Tue 27/1017:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops26h 36m
Kenya Airways
Wed 25/116:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/4R17 100
Tue 3/1117:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops32h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/126:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4R17 641
Tue 16/613:15
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 19/819:20
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop39h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/4R17 641
Tue 16/615:10
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops55h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 19/821:10
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops56h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4R17 723
Fri 7/822:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops29h 27m
United Airlines
Fri 21/813:20
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops36h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/4R17 772
Fri 5/619:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 12/619:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R18 019
Mon 1/612:40
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop35h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/619:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4R18 084

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 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 786

One-way from

R9 288

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 330
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
  • 29/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 10m total
  • South Africa to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 072 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 816 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 22 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

15:10-15:40

2 stops55h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 19/8

21:10-13:00

2 stops56h 50m

R17 723

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/8

22:00-20:27

2 stops29h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 21/8

16:05-8:35

1 stop33h 30m

R17 772

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 2/6

12:00-16:50

2 stops35h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/6

19:20-17:15

2 stops38h 55m

R18 445

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 7/10

12:05-15:05

2 stops34h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 21/10

19:20-10:35

2 stops32h 15m

R18 495

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 266

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/6

19:30-16:50

1 stop28h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 13/6

19:20-13:10

1 stop34h 50m

R19 463
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

19:25-14:00

2 stops25h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 25/5

22:20-7:00

2 stops25h 40m

R19 692

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/8

9:39-8:20

2 stops39h 41m

R19 709

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

13:50-15:40

2 stops32h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/7

21:10-15:15

2 stops35h 05m

R20 234

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/7

10:56-8:20

2 stops38h 24m

R20 546

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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 662). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 458). 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 22 April 2026.
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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
1 501 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
7,4
Good
4 321 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
9 622 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
1 433 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
7 905 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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 29h 27m. 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?

    R7 063 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 508 and R10 212, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago (average of R5 662). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 458). 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 22 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 689AverageR21 406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 122AverageR15 811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 554AverageR17 031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 231AverageR18 148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 887AverageR15 944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 153AverageR17 408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR16 301AverageR18 526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 504AverageR18 543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 714AverageR21 289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 533AverageR25 967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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