How long is the flight from South Africa to Chicago?

Departing from South Africa to Chicago will take you 20h 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 337 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 Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R10 426 and R10 900, 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 British Airways, United Airlines and KLM. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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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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 19 December 2025.

Fri 26/1222:00JNB - ORD

1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines

Sat 3/115:53ORD - JNB

1 stop18h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 17/12R15 698

Wed 24/1220:50CPT - ORD

1 stop21h 04mUnited Airlines

Mon 16/210:55ORD - CPT

2 stops21h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 17/12R15 698

Wed 24/1214:15CPT - ORD

2 stops34h 05mSWISS

Mon 16/216:10ORD - CPT

1 stop31h 20mSWISS

Deal found 17/12R16 519

Wed 24/1223:45CPT - MDW

2 stops30h 37mDelta

Mon 16/29:34MDW - CPT

2 stops25h 41mDelta

Deal found 17/12R17 106

Wed 24/1218:45CPT - ORD

1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 16/218:50ORD - CPT

1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/12R17 240

Wed 24/1215:20CPT - ORD

2 stops29h 50mLufthansa

Mon 16/216:05ORD - CPT

2 stops37h 20mLufthansa

Deal found 17/12R17 558

Fri 19/1222:00JNB - ORD

2 stops28h 24mDelta

Fri 2/15:30ORD - JNB

1 stop29h 30mDelta

Deal found 18/12R18 597

Sun 21/1222:00JNB - ORD

1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines

Mon 5/15:49ORD - JNB

2 stops28h 46mUnited Airlines

Deal found 18/12R19 870

Fri 26/1222:00JNB - ORD

1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines

Mon 5/115:53ORD - JNB

1 stop18h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 17/12R19 903

Fri 26/1222:00JNB - ORD

1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines

Sun 4/115:53ORD - JNB

1 stop18h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 17/12R22 333

Wed 24/1223:25CPT - ORD

2 stops50h 01mKenya Airways

Mon 16/27:00ORD - CPT

3 stops46h 35mKenya Airways

Deal found 17/12R22 400

Sun 21/129:50JNB - ORD

1 stop29h 45mEtihad Airways

Mon 5/113:10ORD - JNB

1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 18/12R23 908

Best flights from South Africa to Chicago
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 December 2025.

Mon 2/29:50JNB - ORD

1 stop29h 45mEtihad Airways

Wed 18/213:10ORD - JNB

1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 18/12R13 470

Tue 24/319:10JNB - ORD

1 stop31h 15mTurkish Airlines

Wed 15/411:25ORD - JNB

1 stop40h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 16/12R14 408

Thu 16/48:20JNB - ORD

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Mon 11/510:15ORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/12R15 564

Mon 2/222:00JNB - ORD

1 stop24h 28mUnited Airlines

Wed 18/214:00ORD - JNB

2 stops20h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 18/12R15 631

Tue 24/322:00JNB - MDW

2 stops27h 40mDelta

Wed 15/49:30MDW - JNB

2 stops27h 10mDelta

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Sat 14/218:10ORD - DUR

3 stops56h 20mLufthansa

Deal found 17/12R19 334

Sun 1/219:10DUR - ORD

1 stop27h 45mEmirates

Sat 14/219:45ORD - DUR

1 stop37h 25mEmirates

Deal found 17/12R21 110

Thu 16/418:40DUR - ORD

1 stop28h 05mMultiple Airlines

Mon 11/520:35ORD - DUR

2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 18/12R22 400

Wed 11/212:25DUR - ORD

3 stops33h 36mQatar Airways

Sun 15/218:50ORD - DUR

2 stops32h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/12R25 767

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1 stop22h 45mTurkish Airlines

Mon 11/511:25ORD - JNB

1 stop40h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 16/12R14 408

Sat 31/120:50CPT - ORD

1 stop20h 50mUnited Airlines

Sat 7/213:00ORD - CPT

1 stop19h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 17/12R15 665

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2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air

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1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

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2 stops33h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 17/12R14 827

Mon 2/222:00JNB - MDW

2 stops28h 36mDelta

Wed 18/29:50MDW - JNB

2 stops28h 15mDelta

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Sun 1/220:50CPT - ORD

2 stops27h 26mUnited Airlines

Sun 8/214:27ORD - CPT

1 stop19h 33mUnited Airlines

Deal found 18/12R15 682

Tue 3/214:30JNB - ORD

2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air

Sat 7/29:45ORD - JNB

1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air

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1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines

Mon 9/321:20ORD - JNB

1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 17/12R15 397

Thu 28/519:50CPT - ORD

1 stop20h 47mUnited Airlines

Thu 4/611:15ORD - CPT

1 stop21h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 18/12R15 682

Sun 1/217:15CPT - ORD

1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines

Sun 8/211:50ORD - CPT

1 stop40h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 18/12R16 854

Thu 16/423:15JNB - MDW

2 stops25h 50mDelta

Mon 11/513:00MDW - JNB

2 stops23h 40mDelta

Deal found 16/12R20 440

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1 stop27h 45mEmirates

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1 stop37h 25mEmirates

Deal found 17/12R23 824

Sat 31/117:15CPT - ORD

1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines

Sat 7/220:20ORD - CPT

1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 17/12R16 988

Sat 31/18:00CPT - MDW

2 stops41h 55mDelta

Sat 7/26:25MDW - CPT

1 stop28h 50mDelta

Deal found 17/12R22 165

Fri 13/217:15CPT - ORD

1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines

Tue 17/220:20ORD - CPT

1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 16/12R17 407

Wed 11/216:00DUR - ORD

2 stops26h 05mTurkish Airlines

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2 stops48h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 17/12R17 994

Thu 28/523:15CPT - MDW

2 stops25h 50mDelta

Thu 4/69:20MDW - CPT

2 stops29h 05mDelta

Deal found 16/12R23 975

Fri 9/119:20JNB - MDW

2 stops28h 56mMultiple Airlines

Sat 17/19:32MDW - JNB

2 stops28h 33mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/12R36 456

Sun 28/1221:55JNB - MDW

1 stop22h 03mDelta

Sat 3/116:25MDW - JNB

1 stop18h 35mDelta

Deal found 17/12R32 100

Wed 7/123:45CPT - MDW

2 stops26h 47mDelta

Fri 23/19:32MDW - CPT

2 stops28h 23mDelta

Deal found 17/12R39 321

Tue 30/1221:55JNB - MDW

1 stop24h 49mDelta

Sat 3/116:25MDW - JNB

1 stop18h 35mDelta

Deal found 17/12R48 435

Last-minute flights from South Africa to Chicago
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to Chicago. Data last updated 19 December 2025 and is based on user searches.

Fri 19/1222:00JNB - ORD

2 stops28h 24mDelta

Fri 2/15:30ORD - JNB

1 stop29h 30mDelta

Deal found 17/12R18 597

Sun 21/1222:00JNB - ORD

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2 stops25h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 18/12R19 870

Wed 24/1220:50CPT - ORD

2 stops29h 29mUnited Airlines

Mon 16/211:00ORD - CPT

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Deal found 17/12R15 698

Wed 24/1214:15CPT - ORD

2 stops34h 05mSWISS

Mon 16/216:10ORD - CPT

1 stop31h 20mSWISS

Deal found 17/12R16 519

Wed 24/1223:45CPT - MDW

2 stops30h 37mDelta

Mon 16/29:34MDW - CPT

2 stops25h 41mDelta

Deal found 17/12R17 106

Wed 24/1218:45CPT - ORD

1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 16/218:50ORD - CPT

1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/12R17 240

Wed 24/1215:20CPT - ORD

2 stops29h 50mLufthansa

Mon 16/216:05ORD - CPT

2 stops37h 20mLufthansa

Deal found 17/12R17 558

Wed 24/1223:25CPT - ORD

2 stops50h 01mKenya Airways

Mon 16/27:00ORD - CPT

3 stops46h 35mKenya Airways

Deal found 17/12R22 400

Fri 26/1222:00JNB - ORD

1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines

Sat 3/115:53ORD - JNB

1 stop18h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 17/12R15 698

Fri 26/1222:00JNB - ORD

1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines

Mon 5/115:53ORD - JNB

1 stop18h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 17/12R19 903

Fri 26/1222:00JNB - ORD

1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines

Sun 4/115:53ORD - JNB

1 stop18h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 17/12R22 333

Sat 31/18:00CPT - MDW

2 stops41h 55mDelta

Sat 7/211:45MDW - CPT

2 stops23h 30mDelta

Deal found 17/12R22 165

One-way flights from South Africa to Chicago
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 19 December 2025.

Fri 1/514:45DUR - ORD

2 stops25h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 17/12R8 846

Tue 10/220:30JNB - ORD

1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/12R9 717

Thu 19/214:25CPT - ORD

3 stops30h 38mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 18/12R9 985

Tue 17/217:15CPT - ORD

1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 18/12R10 287

Thu 19/217:15CPT - ORD

1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 18/12R10 304

Tue 17/219:00CPT - ORD

3 stops59h 39mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 18/12R10 555

Fri 1/511:55JNB - ORD

1 stop33h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/12R10 622

Wed 18/217:15CPT - ORD

1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 18/12R10 622

Tue 17/219:00CPT - MDW

3 stops48h 27mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 18/12R10 722

Thu 19/219:00CPT - MDW

3 stops58h 33mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 18/12R10 773

Fri 20/217:15CPT - ORD

1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 18/12R10 873

Fri 1/517:00DUR - ORD

3 stops52h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/12R10 990

Find flight deals from South Africa to Chicago

Round-trip from	R13 386
One-way from	R8 846
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R20 004

Etihad Airways
2/2-18/2
2 total stops
64h 55m total
South Africa to Chicago

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Turkish Airlines
1/5
2 total stops
25h 55m total
South Africa to Chicago

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R13 978 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 512 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

9:50-7:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

13:10-8:20

1 stop35h 10m

R13 470

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:10-19:25

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

11:25-10:35

1 stop40h 10m

R14 408

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

17:55-9:40

1 stop22h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/5

11:25-10:35

1 stop40h 10m

R14 408

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 1/2

16:00-10:05

2 stops26h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 14/2

20:20-13:30

2 stops33h 10m

R14 827

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

21:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R15 397

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/5

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R15 564

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

22:00-14:28

1 stop24h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

14:00-18:35

2 stops20h 35m

R15 631

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/1

20:50-9:40

1 stop20h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/2

13:00-16:10

1 stop19h 10m

R15 665

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

20:50-16:16

2 stops27h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/2

14:27-18:00

1 stop19h 33m

R15 682

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

19:50-9:37

1 stop20h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/6

11:15-15:20

1 stop21h 05m

R15 682

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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 403). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 469). 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.

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

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Chicago at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Chicago?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Chicago flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, United Airlines, andTurkish 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

7,7

Good

1 428 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

KLM

7,7

Good

1 428 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 428 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

United Airlines

7,4

Good

9 095 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 428 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 103 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 428 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

912 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 428 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 586 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 428 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from South Africa to Chicago?
Departing from South Africa to Chicago will take you 20h 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 337 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 Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R10 426 and R10 900, 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 403). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 469). 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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Etihad Airways	CheapestR13 399	AverageR16 708	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR14 217	AverageR17 212	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR14 328	AverageR17 735	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Virgin Atlantic	CheapestR15 426	AverageR19 505	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	CheapestR15 553	AverageR19 821	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	CheapestR16 220	AverageR16 278	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	CheapestR16 317	AverageR17 699	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
KLM	CheapestR16 449	AverageR18 487	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Delta	CheapestR16 642	AverageR17 888	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR17 495	AverageR21 968	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

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