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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chicago from R9 850

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 19/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Apr 14 — Apr 211
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 15 March 2026.

Sun 26/49:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 3/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops58h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R14 318
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R14 402
Fri 10/49:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R14 470
Mon 8/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 18/621:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/3R14 825
Wed 7/109:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 17/1021:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R15 130
Thu 12/1119:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/1120:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/3R15 367
Mon 7/918:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 17/920:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/3R15 384
Mon 7/99:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 17/914:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/3R15 604
Mon 23/1116:00
DUR
-
ORD
2 stops26h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 27/1111:50
ORD
-
DUR
2 stops41h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/3R15 722
Sun 1/1119:05
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop24h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 30/1111:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/3R15 739
Wed 15/716:35
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 19/820:10
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/3R16 129
Tue 15/1217:15
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 12/120:20
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/3R16 755

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 15 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 318

One-way from

R9 850

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 719
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 26/4-3/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 88h 00m total
  • South Africa to Chicago
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19/4
  • 19/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 39m total
  • South Africa to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R19 576 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 287 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 15 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

9:45-8:35

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 17/4

8:31-8:15

2 stops40h 44m

R16 518

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

20:00-9:38

1 stop20h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

18:15-9:30

2 stops32h 15m

R16 772

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

18:00-18:15

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 26/8

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R16 975

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

18:00-18:15

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R16 975

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

9:50-15:40

1 stop36h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 14/7

21:10-8:20

1 stop28h 10m

R17 059
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/5

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R17 178

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

15:05-11:27

2 stops27h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

14:40-18:30

1 stop20h 50m

R17 212

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

18:00-18:15

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 30/8

11:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

R17 313

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

20:25-20:40

2 stops31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/5

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 990

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

20:25-17:58

2 stops28h 33m

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/5

9:27-21:20

2 stops28h 53m

R17 990

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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 R12 591). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 569). 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 15 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
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 471 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
9 427 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 426 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
4 253 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
7 792 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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 20h 38m. 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 415 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 532 and R11 163, 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, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - 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 R12 591). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 569). 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 15 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 867AverageR18 508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 536AverageR17 065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 361AverageR17 504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 711AverageR19 919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR16 384AverageR16 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 551AverageR18 040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR16 811AverageR18 221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 824AverageR19 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 732AverageR22 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 749AverageR26 779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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