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Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois from R9 934

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
Sep 2 — Sep 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 August 2026.

Wed 23/913:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 30/910:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop20h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/7R14 645
Fri 11/913:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 27/910:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop20h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7R15 521
Fri 4/1215:25
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops48h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 12/19:45
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop43h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/8R15 587
Fri 4/1222:00
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops27h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 12/113:30
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops38h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/8R16 331
Tue 1/1220:50
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop20h 32m
Delta
Wed 13/17:10
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop27h 25m
Delta
Deal found 1/8R16 513
Mon 14/922:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 27/915:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/7R16 546
Sun 13/922:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops23h 20m
United Airlines
Sun 20/910:50
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/7R16 563
Tue 1/1220:50
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop20h 32m
Delta
Mon 11/111:30
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops23h 05m
Delta
Deal found 1/8R16 596
Thu 20/819:50
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop20h 23m
United Airlines
Thu 27/511:00
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops21h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/7R16 645
Fri 11/97:40
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop37h 35m
KLM
Sun 27/916:20
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 50m
KLM
Deal found 29/7R16 678
Mon 14/922:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop19h 57m
United Airlines
Mon 21/913:30
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/7R16 711
Tue 11/820:00
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop25h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 21/914:30
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop17h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/7R16 711

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 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 645

One-way from

R9 934

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 381
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 23/9-30/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 20m 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 (R23 438 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 638 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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 3 August 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

13:50-8:15

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/9

10:15-14:10

1 stop20h 55m

R15 521

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/12

22:00-17:20

2 stops27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/1

13:30-12:05

2 stops38h 35m

R16 331

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

20:50-17:03

1 stop28h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/1

7:10-18:35

1 stop27h 25m

R16 513

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/12

20:50-9:22

1 stop20h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/1

7:10-18:35

1 stop27h 25m

R16 513

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/12

20:50-19:02

1 stop30h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/1

15:00-18:35

1 stop19h 35m

R16 513
Fastest return journey

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/8

19:50-9:13

1 stop20h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 27/5

11:00-15:20

2 stops21h 20m

R16 645

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

7:40-14:15

1 stop37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/9

16:20-21:10

1 stop21h 50m

R16 678

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

22:00-10:57

1 stop19h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

13:30-18:30

1 stop22h 00m

R16 711

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

19:50-9:44

1 stop20h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/10

21:38-17:10

2 stops36h 32m

R16 728

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/10

20:00-11:48

1 stop22h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/10

21:52-17:10

2 stops36h 18m

R16 728

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R15 951). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 811). 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 66 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 3 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Illinois, such as KLM,Qatar Airways, 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
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 062 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 499 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 013 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

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 25h 25m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Virgin Atlantic, or Delta 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 Emirates. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R7 114. Users have also found prices from R8 911 and R9 716 on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of R15 951). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 811). 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 3 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 709AverageR20 816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 220AverageR16 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 652AverageR14 798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 291AverageR17 082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR16 003AverageR16 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 349AverageR17 600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 698AverageR19 562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 843AverageR20 282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 539AverageR23 759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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