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Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois from R10 575

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 24/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Jan 7 — Jan 141
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 8 December 2025.

Sat 13/1223:59JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 21mKLM
Sat 10/116:25ORD - JNB
1 stop21h 40mKLM
Deal found 7/12R17 530
Sat 27/1223:59JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 21mKLM
Sat 10/116:25ORD - JNB
1 stop21h 40mKLM
Deal found 8/12R17 919
Sat 6/1222:00JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/115:53ORD - JNB
1 stop18h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12R18 088
Sun 14/1219:45JNB - ORD
1 stop25h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1214:37ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/12R18 410
Sat 13/1223:59JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 21mDelta
Wed 31/1216:25ORD - JNB
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/12R18 968
Sat 13/1223:59JNB - ORD
2 stops26h 03mDelta
Sat 10/110:24ORD - JNB
2 stops27h 41mDelta
Deal found 7/12R19 070
Sun 14/1219:45JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/115:53ORD - JNB
1 stop18h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/12R19 442
Thu 11/1212:05JNB - ORD
2 stops37h 41mKenya Airways
Sun 4/17:45ORD - JNB
2 stops43h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/12R20 136
Sun 14/1219:20JNB - MDW
2 stops29h 14mDelta
Thu 1/16:00MDW - JNB
1 stop29h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/12R22 318
Sun 14/1219:20JNB - MDW
2 stops29h 14mDelta
Wed 31/129:29MDW - JNB
2 stops28h 36mDelta
Deal found 7/12R22 471
Tue 23/1222:00JNB - STL
2 stops24h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/111:05STL - JNB
2 stops23h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/12R23 537
Tue 23/1221:55JNB - STL
1 stop33h 43mDelta
Sat 3/15:55STL - JNB
1 stop29h 05mDelta
Deal found 7/12R24 298

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 8 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 433

One-way from

R10 575

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 169
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 23/3-13/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 10m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 24/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 05m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R13 937 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 576 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 8 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Illinois that are best for you.

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Illinois

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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:10-19:25

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

19:50-10:35

1 stop31h 45m

R14 586

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

21:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R15 567

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

19:50-8:30

1 stop19h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/6

14:24-15:20

1 stop17h 56m

R15 804

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

20:50-18:46

2 stops29h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 29/1

13:00-16:10

1 stop19h 10m

R15 821

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

21:30-22:22

1 stop32h 52m

Chicago Midway

Thu 29/1

12:48-19:15

1 stop22h 27m

R16 024

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

21:30-16:55

1 stop27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 29/1

11:15-19:15

1 stop24h 00m

R16 024

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 23/3

16:00-11:05

1 stop26h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 13/4

11:25-13:15

1 stop42h 50m

R16 210

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 328

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

10:10-19:25

1 stop40h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

8:40-6:40

2 stops39h 00m

R16 430

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

14:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 531

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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 R13 537). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 633). 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 8 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Illinois in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 19% 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 at midday 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 8 December 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
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 084 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 084 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
903 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 569 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 19h 40m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, or Virgin Atlantic 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 359. Users have also found prices from R9 213 and R9 312 on Turkish Airlines 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 R13 537). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 633). 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 8 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 533AverageR16 874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 359AverageR17 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 471AverageR17 887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 579AverageR19 699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 708AverageR22 705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR16 381AverageR16 440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 462AverageR17 862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 613AverageR18 727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 807AverageR18 067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 669AverageR22 187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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