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When is the best time to fly to Chicago?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The cheapest month to fly to Chicago from South Africa is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R13 903, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Chicago during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R14 378.
How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?
We recommend purchasing flights from South Africa to Chicago 35 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Chicago for R15 375. In the past 72 hours, momondo users found flights from South Africa to Chicago for as low as R11 156.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Chicago. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R14 573. Flights from South Africa to Chicago on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around R16 092. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is at midday. Flights from South Africa to Chicago during this time can be as low as R12 728. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are R15 524 on average. Flights to Chicago from South Africa in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
Is there an alternative airport near Chicago?
Those flying to Chicago could potentially find better pricing at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (26 km from Chicago city centre) or Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (126 km from Chicago city centre), depending on the month and departure airport.
Chicago flight deals found on momondo
Check out some of the best fares from airports in South Africa to Chicago found recently by users on momondo
Ethiopian Air![Ethiopian Air]()
Apr 4![Ethiopian Air]()
May 5
10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 45m
2 stops
10:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
5:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 20m
1 stop
2:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
Ethiopian Air![Ethiopian Air]()
Apr 2![Ethiopian Air]()
May 3
10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 45m
2 stops
10:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
5:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 20m
1 stop
2:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
British Airways![British Airways]()
Aug 18![British Airways]()
Sep 15
15:15Cape Town Intl
27h 09m
2 stops
18:24Chicago O'Hare Intl
19:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 40m
1 stop
23:10Cape Town Intl
British Airways![British Airways]()
Jun 12![British Airways]()
Jul 5
15:15Cape Town Intl
23h 55m
1 stop
15:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
13:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 05m
1 stop
23:10Cape Town Intl
Turkish Airlines![Turkish Airlines]()
Mar 30![Turkish Airlines]()
May 8
14:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m
1 stop
20:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
19:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 15m
1 stop
23:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
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