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Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois from R9 694

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 25/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Jun 2 — Jun 91
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 3 May 2026.

Sun 14/614:45
DUR
-
ORD
2 stops25h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 7/920:10
ORD
-
DUR
2 stops34h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/5R15 696
Wed 10/612:40
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop35h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/619:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R17 226
Sun 6/129:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 31/1220:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5R17 608
Sun 6/129:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/120:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5R17 658
Mon 7/1217:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops27h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 31/127:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5R17 841
Fri 4/129:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop37h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 30/1220:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5R17 924
Fri 8/520:00
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop20h 37m
United Airlines
Sun 24/55:00
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop29h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/5R17 957
Fri 4/129:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop37h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/120:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5R17 974
Mon 18/512:40
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop35h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/719:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R18 057
Wed 17/612:40
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 24/619:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5R18 307
Tue 14/713:15
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 4/819:20
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R18 307
Fri 12/619:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/619:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R18 323

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 3 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 696

One-way from

R9 694

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 425
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 14/6-7/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 00m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 25m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R14 930 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 828 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 3 May 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

17:00-12:41

2 stops26h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

6:00-0:25

2 stops34h 25m

R19 720

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/6

21:10-8:20

1 stop28h 10m

R19 886

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 17/9

11:15-9:40

2 stops29h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

11:25-13:15

2 stops42h 50m

R20 119

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 17/9

12:05-9:14

3 stops52h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

19:20-10:35

2 stops32h 15m

R20 817

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 14/6

12:00-16:16

3 stops35h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/9

19:20-10:35

2 stops32h 15m

R21 715

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

19:00-18:50

2 stops30h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/8

10:55-18:30

2 stops24h 35m

R21 981

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

20:05-15:57

1 stop26h 52m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 19/9

6:00-17:50

1 stop28h 50m

R21 998

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/7

20:00-18:29

2 stops29h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

21:40-15:20

2 stops58h 40m

R22 114

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

19:30-20:30

2 stops32h 00m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 26/8

13:25-10:15

2 stops37h 50m

R22 114

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

20:25-18:25

2 stops29h 00m

Chicago Midway

Mon 17/8

6:00-19:40

1 stop30h 40m

R22 364

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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

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

Booking 45 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.

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 736). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 649). 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 3 May 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
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
1 509 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 343 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
9 683 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
999 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
7 940 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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 29h 25m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. There are 14455 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 249. Users have also found prices from R7 156 and R9 311 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 736). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 649). 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 3 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 764AverageR21 688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 296AverageR16 058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 573AverageR17 191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 432AverageR21 440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR16 097AverageR16 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 367AverageR17 639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR16 638AverageR17 387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 722AverageR19 096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 942AverageR21 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 791AverageR26 310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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