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

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air 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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6:30 - 15:50

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26h 20m

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1:15 - 11:47

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Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20

12:45 - 12:05

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39h 20m

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17:20 - 10:00

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24h 40m

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R18 457Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

6:00 - 15:50

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26h 50m

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17:00 - 11:47

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25h 47m

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R19 241Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 19

10:30 - 7:10

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21:45 - 5:15

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R19 715Egyptair

Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 31

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R19 878Kenya Airways

Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 10

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Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 21

19:20 - 10:15

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32h 50m

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R20 401Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 17

10:15 - 13:25

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14:30 - 8:15

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24h 45m

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R20 531Ethiopian Air

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11

6:00 - 15:50

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26h 50m

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17:00 - 17:34

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32h 34m

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R20 613Kenya Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Dec 7

19:20 - 4:00

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31h 20m

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R20 662Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Oct 1

Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Oct 1

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 11

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

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ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

R20 531

Ethiopian Air

Sept 23

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 30

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

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ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Ethiopian Air

Oct 29

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Nov 8

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

R21 152

Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Sept 6

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

45h 55m

2 stops

JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 10

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 37m

2 stops

ORD11:47Chicago O'Hare Intl

R19 878

Kenya Airways

Sept 9

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 7

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 34m

2 stops

ORD17:34Chicago O'Hare Intl

R20 613

Kenya Airways

Sept 6

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 12

JNB12:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 31m

2 stops

ORD12:36Chicago O'Hare Intl

R21 854

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R17 444

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/11

12:45-12:05

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

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17:20-10:00

1 stop24h 40m

R18 457

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ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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6:00-15:50

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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17:00-11:47

2 stops25h 47m

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ORD - JNB

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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10:30-7:10

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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6:00-10:55

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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10:15-13:25

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Sun 11/10

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

R20 531

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ORD - JNB

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

6:00-15:50

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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17:00-17:34

2 stops32h 34m

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 20/9

19:20-4:00

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

14:45-15:05

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

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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 September. Flight prices, which tend to average around R8 869, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in September, then you should wait until February to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R9 049.

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 R21 247 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 R16 791 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 44% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 10m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to South Africa takes 20h 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.

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