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Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois from R9 154

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Mar 28 — Apr 41
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 26 February 2026.

Wed 15/48:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 4/510:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R13 270
Tue 24/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R13 318
Wed 15/418:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/520:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R13 525
Wed 8/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/2R13 556
Wed 4/38:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R13 779
Wed 25/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R13 795
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/2R14 145
Sun 22/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R14 224
Tue 24/38:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 5/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R14 256
Wed 8/414:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 15/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/2R14 367
Tue 9/617:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/811:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/2R14 462
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/2R14 558

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 26 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 270

One-way from

R9 154

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 066
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 15/4-4/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 45m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 00m total
  • South Africa to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 000 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 481 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 26 February 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R14 367

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

20:25-18:05

2 stops28h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/6

18:10-8:50

2 stops31h 40m

R16 083

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

20:25-21:20

2 stops31h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/6

18:31-8:50

2 stops31h 19m

R16 083

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

20:25-18:05

2 stops28h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/6

18:10-8:50

2 stops31h 40m

R16 099

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

21:55-20:26

1 stop29h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/6

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R16 290

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

21:55-13:47

1 stop22h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/6

17:10-11:05

1 stop34h 55m

R16 513

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/6

17:10-11:05

1 stop34h 55m

R16 560

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

21:15-17:27

2 stops27h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 18/8

21:15-7:00

1 stop26h 45m

R16 767

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

20:25-18:31

2 stops29h 06m

Chicago Midway

Tue 18/8

13:00-19:40

2 stops23h 40m

R16 878

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:20-17:54

2 stops29h 34m

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/4

6:00-19:40

1 stop30h 40m

R17 879

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R12 714). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 654). 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 26 February 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
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
9 351 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
1 420 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
4 240 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
7 772 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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 24h 45m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Delta, or Turkish 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 R3 963. Users have also found prices from R5 973 and R8 746 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R12 714). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 654). 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 26 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 711AverageR16 026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 418AverageR16 216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 486AverageR16 654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 633AverageR18 502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 754AverageR21 221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 386AverageR15 441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 489AverageR16 886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR15 786AverageR17 111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR15 798AverageR17 820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 652AverageR21 181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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