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R15 405 Cheap flights to Illinois

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Turkish Airlines
Oct 29
JNB
31h 30m
1 stop
ORD
Nov 12
ORD
30h 45m
1 stop
JNB
R15 405
Delta
Jul 10
CPT
29h 41m
1 stop
ORD
Jul 25
ORD
27h 50m
1 stop
CPT
R16 152
Multiple Airlines
Jul 21
JNB
24h 05m
1 stop
ORD
Aug 25
ORD
32h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R16 250
United Airlines
Jul 13
CPT
23h 16m
1 stop
ORD
Aug 1
ORD
25h 20m
1 stop
CPT
R16 347
KLM
Jul 12
CPT
22h 15m
1 stop
ORD
Jul 27
ORD
21h 35m
1 stop
CPT
R16 364
Delta
Jul 10
CPT
22h 40m
2 stops
ORD
Jul 25
ORD
27h 50m
1 stop
CPT
R16 380
Etihad Airways
Jul 6
JNB
29h 50m
1 stop
ORD
Jul 14
ORD
28h 55m
1 stop
JNB
R16 429
Etihad Airways
Jul 6
JNB
36h 55m
1 stop
ORD
Jul 14
ORD
28h 55m
1 stop
JNB
R16 461
Air France
Sept 27
CPT
28h 22m
2 stops
ORD
Nov 9
ORD
28h 30m
1 stop
CPT
R16 494
KLM
Jul 12
CPT
27h 15m
2 stops
ORD
Jul 27
ORD
21h 35m
1 stop
CPT
R16 510
United Airlines
Jul 9
CPT
33h 16m
1 stop
ORD
Aug 7
ORD
36h 35m
2 stops
CPT
R16 591
Etihad Airways
Sept 7
JNB
29h 50m
1 stop
ORD
Mar 3
ORD
35h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R16 640

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Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 19:20
JNB
-
ORD
31h 30m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:15 - 11:00
ORD
-
JNB
30h 45m
1 stop
R15 405Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 12
Delta Logo
20:05 - 18:46
CPT
-
ORD
29h 41m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:00 - 17:50
ORD
-
CPT
27h 50m
1 stop
R16 152Delta
Fri, Jul 10 - Sat, Jul 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:25 - 12:30
JNB
-
ORD
24h 05m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:15 - 9:25
ORD
-
JNB
32h 10m
1 stop
R16 250Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 25
United Airlines Logo
19:50 - 12:06
CPT
-
ORD
23h 16m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:00 - 15:20
ORD
-
CPT
25h 20m
1 stop
R16 347United Airlines
Mon, Jul 13 - Sat, Aug 1
KLM Logo
23:15 - 14:30
CPT
-
ORD
22h 15m
1 stop
KLM Logo
16:50 - 21:25
ORD
-
CPT
21h 35m
1 stop
R16 364KLM
Sun, Jul 12 - Mon, Jul 27
KLM Logo
23:15 - 19:30
CPT
-
ORD
27h 15m
2 stops
KLM Logo
16:50 - 21:25
ORD
-
CPT
21h 35m
1 stop
R16 510KLM
Sun, Jul 12 - Mon, Jul 27
United Airlines Logo
19:50 - 22:06
CPT
-
ORD
33h 16m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
19:45 - 15:20
ORD
-
CPT
36h 35m
2 stops
R16 591United Airlines
Thu, Jul 9 - Fri, Aug 7
British Airways Logo
11:15 - 12:30
DUR
-
ORD
32h 15m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
22:30 - 10:40
ORD
-
DUR
29h 10m
2 stops
R18 704British Airways
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 18
British Airways Logo
11:15 - 13:50
DUR
-
ORD
34h 35m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
17:10 - 10:40
ORD
-
DUR
57h 30m
2 stops
R19 549British Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 19:26
CPT
-
STL
36h 36m
3 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:05 - 14:10
STL
-
CPT
36h 05m
2 stops
R36 318Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jul 7 - Mon, Jul 13

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Locate flights to Illinois that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 13 550 searches and data was last updated on 13 June 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

18:50-19:20

1 stop31h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/11

20:15-11:00

1 stop30h 45m

R15 405

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/7

20:05-18:46

1 stop29h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/7

7:00-17:50

1 stop27h 50m

R16 152

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

19:25-12:30

1 stop24h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

18:15-9:25

1 stop32h 10m

R16 250

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/7

19:50-12:06

1 stop23h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/8

7:00-15:20

1 stop25h 20m

R16 347
Fastest return journey

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

23:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/7

16:50-21:25

1 stop21h 35m

R16 364

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

23:15-19:30

2 stops27h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/7

16:50-21:25

1 stop21h 35m

R16 510

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/7

19:50-22:06

1 stop33h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/8

19:45-15:20

2 stops36h 35m

R16 591

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 21/7

11:15-12:30

2 stops32h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 18/8

22:30-10:40

2 stops29h 10m

R18 704

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 22/11

11:15-13:50

2 stops34h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 26/11

17:10-10:40

2 stops57h 30m

R19 548

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/7

13:50-19:26

3 stops36h 36m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 13/7

19:05-14:10

2 stops36h 05m

R36 318

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Which airlines fly to Illinois?

United Airlines, KLM and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from South Africa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Cheapest flights to cities in Illinois

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Cheap Illinois flight deals and tips

Summary info about Illinois flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R10 855

Best Round-Trip Price

R15 405

Fastest flight time

25h 10m
The best one-way flight price to Illinois from South Africa in the last 5 days is R10 855 (Cape Town Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl).
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The best round-trip flight price to Illinois from South Africa in the last 5 days is R15 405 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Chicago O'Hare Intl).
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The fastest flight to Illinois from South Africa takes 25h 10m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Chicago O'Hare Intl).
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Illinois

What is the cheapest flight I can find to Illinois?

For prices as low as R1 195/pp, you can find flights to Illinois depending on where you are departing from. On average, flights to Illinois cost R13 738/pp.

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Chicago?

Chicago is about 97% more popular to visit than any other city in Illinois, according to momondo users. When visiting Chicago, it is recommended to fly into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, where you can typically get the cheapest prices and the most convenient travel options into the city.

I plan on visiting McCormick Place. Which airport is the quickest drive?

The closest airport to McCormick Place is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, and would make for the quickest drive. For those interested in a secondary airport to fly into, consider looking at flights heading to Chicago Midway Airport.

What are the most popular landmarks in Illinois?

The most often visited landmarks in Illinois are McCormick Place, United Center, and Chicago Riverwalk, among many others that can be found in the area.

What is the weather like in Illinois?

The temperatures in Illinois range from 23 °F to 73,4 °F depending on the time of year. The warmest month in Illinois is July, and the coldest month in Illinois is January. Those looking for a drier month during their visit should travel during the months of January, February, or December, when rain is least likely compared to the rest of the year.

Which airlines fly to Illinois?

There are a total of 10 airlines that operate flight routes to Illinois, with United Airlines being the most popular option. An estimated 35% of those flying into Illinois choose to fly with United Airlines. If you’re unable to find tickets with United Airlines, then KLM and British Airways are also popular airlines to fly with.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Illinois?

Prices for flights to Illinois are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Illinois?

As of June 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights to Illinois.

How old do you have to be to fly to Illinois?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Illinois.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Illinois?

Finding the right flight to Illinois is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Illinois quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights to Illinois with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Illinois on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Illinois?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Illinois. Filter by price, airline, airport, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

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