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Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois from R9 142

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
mar. 17 — mar. 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 15 febrero 2026.

jue. 19/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
jue. 2/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/2R13 155
mié. 1/413:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
mié. 8/410:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/2R13 234
mié. 11/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
lun. 23/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R13 282
mar. 10/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
lun. 23/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R13 426
mié. 25/28:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
lun. 16/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/2R13 521
mar. 10/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
jue. 26/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R13 744
mié. 11/38:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
jue. 26/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R13 824
mié. 25/29:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
lun. 16/314:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R14 302
mié. 1/414:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
mié. 8/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/2R14 413
vie. 6/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
vie. 3/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/2R14 445
dom. 8/38:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
jue. 26/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R14 524
mié. 1/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
mié. 8/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R14 540

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 15 febrero 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 155

One-way from

R9 142

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 098
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/3-2/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 05m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 00m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 145 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 513 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 15 febrero 2026.
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Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 19/3

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/4

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R13 155

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 10/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 25/3

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R13 824

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 3/4

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/7

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R14 636

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 11/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 21/3

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R14 732

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 13/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 23/3

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R14 732

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 8/3

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 21/3

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R15 337

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 10/3

20:15-17:20

1 stop28h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 22/3

22:05-10:30

2 stops29h 25m

R15 942

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 25/2

22:00-22:31

2 stops32h 31m

Chicago Midway

lun. 16/3

12:47-19:00

1 stop23h 13m

R15 990

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 29/3

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 006

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 11/3

10:25-10:51

2 stops31h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 23/3

14:00-18:35

2 stops21h 35m

R16 053

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R12 741). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 671). 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 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 15 febrero 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Illinois, such as KLM, United Airlines, andTurkish Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 300 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 218 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 750 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 25h 10m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, or Virgin Atlantic 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 Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 972. Users have also found prices from R5 985 and R8 764 on Etihad Airways 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R12 741). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 671). 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 Illinois

Discover the top 10 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 15 febrero 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 737AverageR16 059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 514AverageR16 622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 620AverageR16 249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 664AverageR18 541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 785AverageR21 271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 418AverageR15 474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 487AverageR16 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR15 636AverageR17 728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 819AverageR17 146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 686AverageR21 225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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