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Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois from R9 876

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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Aug 22 — Aug 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Illinois

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 July 2026.

Tue 18/820:05
CPT
-
MDW
1 stop33h 31m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 24/812:46
MDW
-
CPT
1 stop22h 04m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/7R15 908
Tue 18/820:05
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop27h 46m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 24/813:50
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/7R15 908
Tue 18/820:05
CPT
-
MDW
2 stops29h 28m
Delta
Mon 24/812:46
MDW
-
CPT
1 stop22h 04m
Delta
Deal found 18/7R15 957
Sun 16/820:05
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop27h 46m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 23/818:25
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 19/7R16 039
Sat 25/723:15
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Wed 26/816:50
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
KLM
Deal found 22/7R16 335
Thu 1/1022:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops23h 32m
United Airlines
Tue 13/1012:40
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops22h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/7R16 417
Thu 27/819:50
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop29h 49m
United Airlines
Wed 9/915:55
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop18h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/7R16 417
Sat 25/719:50
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop20h 10m
United Airlines
Sat 1/59:00
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/7R16 516
Sat 25/719:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops22h 58m
United Airlines
Wed 26/810:00
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops24h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/7R16 548
Wed 26/89:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 29/921:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/7R16 598
Fri 11/97:40
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop37h 35m
KLM
Sun 27/916:20
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 50m
KLM
Deal found 19/7R16 663
Thu 1/1017:55
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 17/1011:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/7R16 795

Find flight deals from South Africa to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 908

One-way from

R9 876

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R19 309
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 18/8-24/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 35m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 5/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 55m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R23 584 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 541 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Illinois 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 23 July 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

20:05-22:36

1 stop33h 31m

Chicago Midway

Mon 24/8

12:46-17:50

1 stop22h 04m

R15 908

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

20:05-18:33

2 stops29h 28m

Chicago Midway

Mon 24/8

12:46-17:50

1 stop22h 04m

R15 957

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

22:00-12:03

1 stop21h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 13/10

9:00-18:30

1 stop26h 30m

R16 417

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/8

19:50-15:16

2 stops26h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

15:55-17:10

1 stop18h 15m

R16 417

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/8

19:50-13:13

2 stops24h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 27/8

10:25-15:20

2 stops21h 55m

R16 516

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

7:40-14:15

1 stop37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/9

16:20-21:10

1 stop21h 50m

R16 663

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

18:00-18:15

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 30/10

21:15-22:25

1 stop42h 10m

R16 811

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

23:15-23:57

2 stops31h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/8

6:40-17:50

1 stop28h 10m

R16 992

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/8

20:05-18:49

1 stop29h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

11:30-17:50

1 stop23h 20m

R17 321

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

17:55-14:55

1 stop28h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 24/1

14:20-18:00

1 stop19h 40m

R17 337

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Illinois

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Illinois?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R15 858). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 974). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Illinois?

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated 23 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Illinois, such as KLM,United Airlines, andQatar Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 024 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 747 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 486 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 127 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Illinois. 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 Illinois?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Illinois in 21h 03m. Fly via Virgin Atlantic, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 14008 km between South Africa and Illinois. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Illinois one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 176. Users have also found prices from R7 073 and R9 202 on Emirates and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Illinois?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Illinois.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R15 858). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 974). 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Illinois

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Illinois. 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 23 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 676AverageR19 667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 143AverageR16 798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 415AverageR15 313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 160AverageR17 242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 909AverageR15 967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 503AverageR17 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 600AverageR20 031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 745AverageR20 164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 560AverageR23 620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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