What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to South Africa?

Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Chicago to South Africa were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to South Africa?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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10:15 - 13:05ORD-JNB

19h 50m1 stop

8:20 - 8:15JNB-ORD

30h 55m2 stops

R15 409Ethiopian Air

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Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 12

10:15 - 13:05ORD-JNB

19h 50m1 stop

14:30 - 8:15JNB-ORD

24h 45m2 stops

R15 549Ethiopian Air

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Wed, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 28

7:00 - 0:25ORD-JNB

34h 25m2 stops

1:35 - 17:36JNB-ORD

48h 01m2 stops

R16 726Kenya Airways

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Sun, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 17

7:00 - 15:50ORD-JNB

25h 50m2 stops

17:00 - 12:10JNB-ORD

26h 10m2 stops

R16 744

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Wed, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 28

6:45 - 0:25ORD-JNB

34h 40m2 stops

17:00 - 12:10JNB-ORD

26h 10m2 stops

R16 761

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Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 5

23:45 - 11:50ORD-CPT

29h 05m1 stop

17:15 - 11:05CPT-ORD

24h 50m1 stop

R17 201Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 29

7:30 - 15:50ORD-JNB

24h 20m2 stops

17:00 - 17:37JNB-ORD

32h 37m2 stops

R17 218Kenya Airways

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Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Mar 1

18:45 - 10:20ORD-CPT

31h 35m1 stop

20:35 - 15:25CPT-ORD

26h 50m1 stop

R17 833American Airlines

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Tue, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 17

18:35 - 8:05ORD-CPT

29h 30m2 stops

18:55 - 18:45CPT-ORD

31h 50m1 stop

R17 903American Airlines

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Fri, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 12

23:45 - 10:35ORD-JNB

27h 50m1 stop

17:55 - 9:40JNB-ORD

22h 45m1 stop

R18 009Turkish Airlines

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Sat, Sep 27 - Fri, Oct 10

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 20

ORD23:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 05m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Oct 29

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

24h 50m

1 stop

ORD11:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

R17 201

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Turkish Airlines

Sept 27

ORD23:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 10

JNB17:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 45m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

R18 009

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 29

ORD21:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 30m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Nov 6

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

24h 50m

1 stop

ORD10:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

R18 044

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Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Sept 28

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 12

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 55m

2 stops

ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

R15 409

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Ethiopian Air

Sept 17

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 28

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

2 stops

ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

R15 549

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Ethiopian Air

Sept 28

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 5

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 55m

2 stops

ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

R15 567

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/9

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R15 409

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 17/9

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

R15 549

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/10

7:00-0:25

2 stops34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

1:35-17:36

2 stops48h 01m

R16 726

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 17/9

7:00-15:50

2 stops25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

17:00-12:10

2 stops26h 10m

R16 744

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/9

6:45-0:25

2 stops34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

17:00-12:10

2 stops26h 10m

R16 761

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/10

23:45-11:50

1 stop29h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/10

17:15-11:05

1 stop24h 50m

R17 201

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/2

7:30-15:50

2 stops24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

17:00-17:37

2 stops32h 37m

R17 218

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/11

18:45-10:20

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

20:35-15:25

1 stop26h 50m

R17 833

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/12

18:35-8:05

2 stops29h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

18:55-18:45

1 stop31h 50m

R17 903

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 27/9

23:45-10:35

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

17:55-9:40

1 stop22h 45m

R18 009

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to South Africa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Chicago is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R15 971, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until March to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R17 341.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was R17 538. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Chicago to South Africa on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around R27 682. 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 South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Chicago at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R19 810 when looking at flights departing at midday. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the morning when prices are around R27 109.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R21 843 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Chicago for as low as R18 905 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 37% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to South Africa flight.

Cheap Chicago to South Africa flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Chicago to South Africa

Best price found	R9 980
Fastest flight time	17h 50m
Direct flights	None
Airports in South Africa	3 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Chicago in the past 72 hours is R9 980. The best return flight deal from Chicago to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 409.

The fastest flight from Chicago to South Africa takes 17h 50m

There are no direct flights from Chicago to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago Midway Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.

There are 3 airports near South Africa: Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR), Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Chicago to South Africa were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to South Africa?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Chicago to South Africa?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Chicago to South Africa for you.

Can I find flights from Chicago to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to South Africa from Chicago which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Chicago to South Africa?

momondo helps you find the best flight between Chicago and South Africa by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Chicago to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are not ready to book a flight from Chicago to South Africa now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to South Africa and let you know when they change.