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Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois from R9 792

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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Aug 12 — Aug 191
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 13 July 2026.

Sun 12/720:05
CPT
-
MDW
1 stop21h 00m
Delta
Mon 27/712:41
MDW
-
CPT
1 stop22h 09m
Delta
Deal found 10/7R15 762
Sun 12/720:05
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop28h 07m
Delta
Mon 27/711:20
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop23h 30m
Delta
Deal found 10/7R15 762
Tue 25/820:05
CPT
-
MDW
2 stops23h 34m
Delta
Mon 7/917:10
MDW
-
CPT
1 stop17h 40m
Delta
Deal found 12/7R15 876
Tue 25/820:05
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop20h 18m
Delta
Mon 7/911:23
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop23h 27m
Delta
Deal found 12/7R15 876
Tue 25/820:05
CPT
-
MDW
2 stops23h 34m
Delta
Sun 6/917:45
MDW
-
CPT
2 stops41h 05m
Delta
Deal found 12/7R15 990
Tue 25/820:05
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops24h 03m
Delta
Fri 11/920:15
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops38h 35m
Delta
Deal found 12/7R15 990
Wed 26/823:15
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Wed 9/913:29
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops24h 56m
KLM
Deal found 12/7R16 071
Tue 25/820:05
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops24h 03m
Delta
Wed 9/920:15
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops38h 35m
Delta
Deal found 12/7R16 087
Tue 4/815:20
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops30h 10m
KLM
Tue 11/811:22
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops27h 03m
KLM
Deal found 8/7R16 169
Wed 26/823:15
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops28h 15m
KLM
Tue 8/912:29
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops25h 56m
KLM
Deal found 12/7R16 218
Fri 18/97:40
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop37h 35m
KLM
Sat 26/917:10
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Deal found 8/7R16 283
Thu 20/819:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops24h 23m
United Airlines
Sat 12/912:55
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop19h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/7R16 331

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 13 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 876

One-way from

R9 792

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 706
Delta
  • Delta
  • 25/8-7/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 14m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 5/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 55m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 204 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 515 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 13 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

20:05-12:39

2 stops23h 34m

Chicago Midway

Sat 12/9

16:30-17:50

1 stop18h 20m

R15 876

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

20:05-9:23

1 stop20h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

11:30-17:50

2 stops23h 20m

R15 876

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

20:05-16:15

1 stop27h 10m

Chicago Midway

Sun 6/9

17:45-17:50

2 stops41h 05m

R15 990

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

15:20-14:30

2 stops30h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/8

16:20-21:25

1 stop22h 05m

R16 169

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

7:40-14:15

1 stop37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 26/9

17:10-22:10

1 stop22h 00m

R16 283
Fastest return journey

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 21/8

20:00-9:38

1 stop20h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/9

12:55-15:20

1 stop19h 25m

R16 331

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

20:00-14:29

1 stop25h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/8

19:45-15:20

2 stops36h 35m

R16 397

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

20:05-22:36

1 stop33h 31m

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/8

13:25-21:25

2 stops25h 00m

R16 819

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 21/8

20:05-18:01

2 stops28h 56m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/9

17:45-17:50

2 stops65h 05m

R17 161

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 21/8

20:05-15:38

1 stop26h 33m

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/9

16:30-17:50

1 stop18h 20m

R17 161

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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 R5 612). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 201). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Illinois?

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 13 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Illinois, such as KLM,United Airlines, andQatar 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
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 981 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 742 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 475 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 106 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 20h 38m. Fly via Delta, KLM, 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 113. Users have also found prices from R7 001 and R9 109 on Emirates 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 R5 612). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 201). 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Illinois

Discover the top 9 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 13 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 618AverageR19 467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 010AverageR16 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 279AverageR15 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 016AverageR17 067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 748AverageR15 804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 335AverageR17 320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 432AverageR19 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 575AverageR19 959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 362AverageR23 380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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