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Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois from R10 180

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 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Dec 7 — Dec 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 652

One-way from

R10 180

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 563
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 4/2-23/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 45m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 45m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R14 191 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 597 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 7 November 2025.

Mon 17/1123:35CPT - ORD
1 stop24h 45mSWISS
Mon 1/1218:35ORD - CPT
2 stops28h 55mSWISS
Deal found 5/11R15 686
Mon 17/1121:30CPT - MDW
1 stop27h 08mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 1/1217:34MDW - CPT
1 stop17h 41mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/11R15 756
Mon 17/1120:50CPT - ORD
2 stops24h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/128:50ORD - CPT
1 stop23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11R16 017
Sat 20/1222:00JNB - ORD
2 stops26h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1213:24ORD - JNB
2 stops21h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/11R16 103
Thu 13/119:50JNB - ORD
1 stop29h 45mEtihad Airways
Thu 4/1213:10ORD - JNB
1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/11R16 260
Thu 13/1119:45JNB - ORD
2 stops43h 56mUnited Airlines
Sat 29/1116:20ORD - JNB
1 stop18h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11R16 312
Mon 17/1119:45JNB - ORD
2 stops25h 45mLufthansa
Sun 30/1122:35ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 5/11R16 590
Mon 17/1123:35CPT - ORD
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1221:50ORD - CPT
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11R16 694
Fri 26/1219:05JNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 30/1211:50ORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/11R16 746
Thu 13/1122:00JNB - ORD
2 stops23h 11mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/1216:25ORD - JNB
1 stop18h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11R16 972
Thu 13/1123:00JNB - ORD
2 stops40h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 4/129:45ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11R17 041
Thu 13/1123:59JNB - ORD
2 stops26h 14mKLM
Thu 4/1211:15ORD - JNB
2 stops26h 50mKLM
Deal found 5/11R17 389

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Depart

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Price

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

23:35-16:20

1 stop24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

18:35-7:30

2 stops28h 55m

R15 686

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

21:30-16:38

1 stop27h 08m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/12

17:34-19:15

1 stop17h 41m

R15 756

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

20:50-16:49

2 stops27h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/2

10:55-16:10

2 stops21h 15m

R15 947

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

20:15-16:20

1 stop28h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/2

18:35-10:30

2 stops31h 55m

R15 964

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

20:50-13:12

2 stops24h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

8:50-16:10

1 stop23h 20m

R16 017

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

19:05-19:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/3

11:25-10:35

1 stop40h 10m

R16 051

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

22:00-12:05

1 stop22h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/2

11:15-18:35

2 stops23h 20m

R16 103

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

22:00-14:25

2 stops24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 26/2

15:50-18:35

1 stop18h 45m

R16 103

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

22:00-10:53

1 stop20h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/2

14:00-18:35

2 stops20h 35m

R16 103

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

22:00-12:05

1 stop22h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/2

14:00-18:35

2 stops20h 35m

R16 103

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R13 915). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 094). 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Illinois in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Illinois. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Illinois flight should consider departing on Monday mornings 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 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 7 November 2025.
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
1 408 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 408 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 408 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 009 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 408 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 033 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 408 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
893 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 408 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 500 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 408 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

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 24h 45m. Fly via SWISS, Virgin Atlantic, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 13700 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 Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R10 371. Users have also found prices from R10 701 and R11 691 on Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, 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.

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    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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R13 915). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 094). 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 7 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 894AverageR16 988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 741AverageR17 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 856AverageR18 960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 994AverageR20 224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 133AverageR23 355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR16 818AverageR16 878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 889AverageR18 670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR17 056AverageR19 306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR17 255AverageR18 548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 140AverageR23 264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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