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Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois from R9 986

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
4月 29 — 5月 61
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 30 3月 2026.

日 3/59:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
月 18/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3R14 312
月 23/1116:00
DUR
-
ORD
2 stops26h 05m
Turkish Airlines
月 30/1111:50
ORD
-
DUR
2 stops41h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3R14 945
月 22/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 50m
Etihad Airways
水 8/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/3R14 996
水 6/59:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
火 7/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/3R15 064
日 19/49:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
月 27/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R15 338
金 8/59:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
水 8/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/3R15 680
日 3/59:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
土 11/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/3R15 748
土 21/1119:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
火 24/1120:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/3R16 005
金 17/49:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
金 24/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R16 022
金 8/59:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
土 11/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/3R16 090
土 21/1111:15
DUR
-
ORD
2 stops39h 10m
Turkish Airlines
水 25/1111:50
ORD
-
DUR
2 stops41h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/3R18 228
金 20/1116:00
DUR
-
ORD
2 stops34h 25m
Turkish Airlines
火 24/1120:20
ORD
-
DUR
2 stops39h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3R18 416

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 30 3月 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 312

One-way from

R9 986

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 903
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 05m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 11/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 05m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R19 995 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 371 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 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 30 3月 2026.
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

月 7/9

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

水 3/3

20:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R16 022

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

金 8/5

9:45-8:35

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

土 11/7

21:10-8:20

1 stop28h 10m

R16 090

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

水 9/9

8:45-12:35

1 stop34h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

水 3/2

10:40-10:30

2 stops39h 50m

R17 116

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

木 28/5

12:05-15:05

2 stops34h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

木 3/9

19:20-10:35

2 stops32h 15m

R18 997

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

火 21/4

13:50-8:35

2 stops49h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

日 26/4

14:00-13:00

2 stops64h 00m

R20 450

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

水 1/7

7:00-15:40

2 stops39h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

水 8/7

21:10-14:50

2 stops34h 40m

R20 536

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

日 19/4

9:45-8:35

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

月 27/4

8:31-8:15

2 stops40h 44m

R20 587

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

木 18/6

13:50-15:40

2 stops32h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

木 9/7

21:10-17:20

2 stops37h 10m

R20 621

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

月 15/6

13:50-15:40

2 stops32h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

火 7/7

21:10-18:55

2 stops38h 45m

R20 621

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

日 19/4

20:00-13:15

1 stop24h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

月 27/4

7:00-15:20

1 stop25h 20m

R20 912

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R12 722). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 740). 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 30 3月 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Illinois, such as KLM,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines. 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
1 479 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 479 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 479 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

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
4 286 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 479 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

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
9 510 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 479 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 431 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 479 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

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
7 830 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 479 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

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 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 22h 40m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, or Qatar Airways 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 426. Users have also found prices from R9 538 and R9 803 on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R12 722). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 740). 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 30 3月 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 927AverageR19 077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 676AverageR16 989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 122AverageR17 652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 870AverageR22 662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR16 554AverageR16 613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 761AverageR18 221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR16 985AverageR18 409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 998AverageR19 212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 916AverageR22 899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 353AverageR27 056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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