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Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois from R9 123

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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 10 March 2026.

Wed 22/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3R14 218
Mon 18/518:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/1111:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/3R14 301
Mon 27/418:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/511:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3R14 334
Wed 29/414:45
DUR
-
ORD
2 stops25h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 6/511:25
ORD
-
DUR
2 stops42h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/3R14 567
Sun 19/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 26/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops58h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3R14 567
Sun 26/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R14 600
Wed 29/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R14 684
Sun 7/613:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 21/710:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R14 850
Wed 22/48:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3R14 900
Tue 28/417:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/520:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3R15 033
Mon 7/99:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 30/914:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/3R15 183
Fri 24/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R15 200

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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 218

One-way from

R9 123

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 297
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/4-29/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 05m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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28/4
  • 28/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 00m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R20 314 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 176 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 10 March 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/11

11:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R14 301

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/4

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R14 900

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

19:25-14:00

2 stops25h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/11

19:40-7:35

2 stops27h 55m

R15 932

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R16 199

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 265

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

19:25-13:50

1 stop25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/11

22:30-7:35

2 stops25h 05m

R16 532

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

20:25-18:52

2 stops29h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/4

11:00-21:20

2 stops27h 20m

R16 898

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

20:25-20:40

2 stops31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/4

11:08-21:20

2 stops27h 12m

R16 898

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

20:05-23:59

1 stop34h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/4

16:20-21:25

1 stop22h 05m

R16 931
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R17 081

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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 R11 437). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 299). 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 10 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Illinois, such as KLM,United Airlines, andEtihad 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
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
1 468 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
9 409 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
1 424 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
7,3
Good
4 247 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
7 781 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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, Ethiopian Air, or American 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 Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 152. Users have also found prices from R6 257 and R9 162 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R11 437). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 299). 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 771AverageR18 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 315AverageR16 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 127AverageR17 219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 455AverageR22 256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR16 117AverageR16 175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 282AverageR17 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR16 537AverageR17 924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 549AverageR18 705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 443AverageR22 187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 443AverageR26 343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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