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

Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and SAUDIA 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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20:10 - 11:50

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16:35 - 9:40

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Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22

20:10 - 11:50

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32h 40m

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Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 26

11:25 - 11:50

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16:35 - 9:40

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Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 21

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Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 26

8:31 - 15:50

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Wed, Apr 22 - Fri, May 1

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Sun, Apr 12 - Sun, Apr 19

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R21 077Qatar Airways

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R28 446Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Apr 9 - Wed, Apr 22

Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 4

ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m

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JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 10

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 20m

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ORD8:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 19

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

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JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 7

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 9

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m

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JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 24

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 20m

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ORD8:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

R15 848

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Apr 15

ORD20:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Apr 22

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 05m

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ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

R13 451

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May 5

ORD20:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 40m

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CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

May 26

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 05m

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ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

R13 821

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Apr 7

ORD11:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

41h 25m

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CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Apr 21

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 05m

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ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

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8:31-15:50

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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 March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R15 880, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until April to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R16 218.

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 R20 106 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 910 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	17h 29m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to South Africa takes 17h 29m

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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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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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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