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

Egyptair, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways 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.

R10 189 Cheap Flights from Chicago to South Africa in 2026

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11:25 - 11:50

ORD

CPT

41h 25m

1 stop

16:35 - 9:40

CPT

ORD

24h 05m

1 stop

R18 235Turkish Airlines

mar, set 1 - mer, set 16

11:25 - 11:50

ORD

CPT

41h 25m

1 stop

16:35 - 9:40

CPT

ORD

24h 05m

1 stop

R18 697Turkish Airlines

mar, set 8 - mer, set 16

20:10 - 11:50

ORD

CPT

32h 40m

1 stop

17:20 - 11:00

CPT

ORD

25h 40m

1 stop

R18 796Turkish Airlines

mer, set 2 - mar, nov 3

19:20 - 10:35

ORD

DUR

32h 15m

1 stop

12:05 - 15:05

DUR

ORD

34h 00m

2 stops

R21 071Qatar Airways

lun, set 21 - mer, set 30

19:20 - 10:35

ORD

DUR

32h 15m

1 stop

12:05 - 15:05

DUR

ORD

34h 00m

2 stops

R21 120Qatar Airways

lun, set 21 - mer, set 30

6:00 - 15:50

ORD

JNB

26h 50m

2 stops

17:00 - 12:17

JNB

ORD

26h 17m

2 stops

R21 747Multiple Airlines

sab, ago 29 - sab, set 5

6:00 - 0:15

ORD

JNB

35h 15m

2 stops

17:00 - 16:17

JNB

ORD

30h 17m

2 stops

R21 829Multiple Airlines

sab, ago 22 - gio, set 3

9:45 - 20:10

ORD

JNB

26h 25m

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14:30 - 7:40

JNB

ORD

25h 10m

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R21 862Ethiopian Air

sab, nov 14 - sab, nov 21

6:00 - 15:50

ORD

JNB

25h 50m

2 stops

17:00 - 12:36

JNB

ORD

27h 36m

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R21 912Kenya Airways

dom, gen 3 - sab, gen 23

10:15 - 13:05

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JNB

19h 50m

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22:50 - 7:40

JNB

ORD

40h 50m

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R22 011Ethiopian Air

sab, ott 31 - gio, nov 12

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Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Jan 3

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 23

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 36m

2 stops

ORD12:36Chicago O'Hare Intl

R21 912

Kenya Airways

Dec 9

ORD7:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 18

JNB12:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 29m

2 stops

ORD17:34Chicago O'Hare Intl

R22 208

Kenya Airways

Sept 3

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 19

JNB1:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

47h 19m

2 stops

ORD17:34Chicago O'Hare Intl

R22 307

Delta flights from Chicago to South Africa

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to South Africa flight tickets

Delta

Nov 5

MDW16:25Chicago Midway

18h 10m

1 stop

CPT18:35Cape Town Intl

Nov 23

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

21h 02m

1 stop

MDW9:52Chicago Midway

R30 106

Delta

Nov 4

MDW18:45Chicago Midway

39h 50m

2 stops

CPT18:35Cape Town Intl

Nov 22

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

21h 02m

1 stop

MDW9:52Chicago Midway

R30 172

Delta

Nov 1

MDW12:28Chicago Midway

22h 07m

2 stops

CPT18:35Cape Town Intl

Nov 12

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

23h 43m

2 stops

MDW12:33Chicago Midway

R30 584

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mar 1/9

11:25-11:50

1 stop41h 25m

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mer 16/9

16:35-9:40

1 stop24h 05m

R18 235

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar 8/9

11:25-11:50

1 stop41h 25m

Cape Town Intl

mer 16/9

16:35-9:40

1 stop24h 05m

R18 697

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer 2/9

20:10-11:50

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

mar 3/11

17:20-11:00

1 stop25h 40m

R18 796

ChicagoDurban

ORD - DUR

ORDDUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun 21/9

19:20-10:35

1 stop32h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

mer 30/9

12:05-15:05

2 stops34h 00m

R21 071

ChicagoDurban

ORD - DUR

ORDDUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun 21/9

19:20-10:35

1 stop32h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

mer 30/9

12:05-15:05

2 stops34h 00m

R21 120

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sab 29/8

6:00-15:50

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sab 5/9

17:00-12:17

2 stops26h 17m

R21 747

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sab 22/8

6:00-0:15

2 stops35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

gio 3/9

17:00-16:17

2 stops30h 17m

R21 829

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sab 14/11

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sab 21/11

14:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

R21 862

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 3/1

6:00-15:50

2 stops25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sab 23/1

17:00-12:36

2 stops27h 36m

R21 912

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sab 31/10

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

gio 12/11

22:50-7:40

2 stops40h 50m

R22 011

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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 April. Flight prices, which tend to average around R17 757, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in April, then you should wait until March to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R18 697.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago 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 R22 151 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 647 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	17h 10m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to South Africa takes 17h 10m

There are no direct flights from Chicago to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to South Africa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying 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.

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?

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