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

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, 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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20:10 - 11:50

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CPT

32h 40m

1 stop

16:35 - 9:40

CPT

ORD

24h 05m

1 stop

R16 213Turkish Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

6:00 - 15:50

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JNB

26h 50m

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12:10 - 12:41

JNB

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31h 31m

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R16 345Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 8

6:00 - 15:50

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JNB

26h 50m

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17:00 - 12:41

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26h 41m

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R16 494Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16

6:00 - 15:50

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26h 50m

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17:00 - 17:41

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31h 41m

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R16 807Kenya Airways

Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 4

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R22 761Qatar Airways

Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 19

19:20 - 17:15

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38h 55m

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54h 50m

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R22 811Qatar Airways

Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 18

20:35 - 13:50

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34h 15m

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32h 15m

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R30 794Emirates

Wed, Apr 29 - Tue, May 5

20:35 - 13:30

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R31 619Emirates

Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, May 5

17:21 - 17:50

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20:05 - 9:56

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R33 581Delta

Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, May 5

9:30 - 17:50

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25h 20m

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20:05 - 12:30

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23h 25m

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R33 647Delta

Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 13

Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Sept 8

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 16

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 41m

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ORD12:41Chicago O'Hare Intl

R16 494

Kenya Airways

Aug 27

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 50m

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JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 4

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 41m

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R16 807

Kenya Airways

Aug 29

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 15m

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JNB0:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 11

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 41m

2 stops

ORD12:41Chicago O'Hare Intl

R16 857

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Sept 1

ORD20:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Sept 30

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

R16 213

Turkish Airlines

Sept 1

ORD20:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Sept 30

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

R16 444

Turkish Airlines

Apr 27

ORD20:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 20m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 26

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

R17 104

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6:00-15:50

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12:10-12:41

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R16 345

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Sat 25/4

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1 stop17h 29m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

20:05-9:56

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R33 581

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Chicago Midway

Thu 3/9

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Cape Town Intl

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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 R16 774, 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 March to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R16 824.

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 260 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 956 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 43% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	17h 39m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to South Africa takes 17h 39m

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.

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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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