What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago O'Hare Intl to South Africa?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago O'Hare Intl to South Africa

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R11 196 Cheap Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa in 2026

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20:15 - 12:05

ORD

CPT

31h 50m

1 stop

17:20 - 10:00

CPT

ORD

24h 40m

1 stop

R18 360Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 8

20:10 - 11:50

ORD

CPT

32h 40m

1 stop

16:35 - 9:40

CPT

ORD

24h 05m

1 stop

R18 376Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 15

11:25 - 11:50

ORD

CPT

41h 25m

1 stop

16:35 - 9:40

CPT

ORD

24h 05m

1 stop

R18 409Turkish Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Tue, Aug 25

19:20 - 10:35

ORD

DUR

32h 15m

2 stops

12:05 - 15:05

DUR

ORD

34h 00m

2 stops

R19 796Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

19:20 - 10:35

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DUR

32h 15m

2 stops

12:05 - 15:05

DUR

ORD

34h 00m

2 stops

R19 813Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

6:00 - 0:15

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JNB

35h 15m

2 stops

1:15 - 16:17

JNB

ORD

46h 02m

2 stops

R21 298Kenya Airways

Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Sep 2

10:15 - 13:25

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20h 10m

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8:20 - 8:15

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ORD

30h 55m

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R21 396Ethiopian Air

Tue, Aug 11 - Sun, Aug 30

10:15 - 13:25

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JNB

20h 10m

1 stop

14:30 - 8:15

JNB

ORD

24h 45m

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R21 445Ethiopian Air

Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23

20:10 - 10:30

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JNB

31h 20m

1 stop

14:05 - 15:05

JNB

ORD

32h 00m

1 stop

R21 510Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

11:25 - 10:15

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JNB

39h 50m

1 stop

14:05 - 15:05

JNB

ORD

32h 00m

1 stop

R21 608Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 20

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Qatar Airways flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

Sept 21

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 15m

2 stops

DUR10:35Durban King Shaka Intl

Sept 30

DUR12:05Durban King Shaka Intl

34h 00m

2 stops

ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

R19 796

Qatar Airways

Sept 21

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 15m

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DUR10:35Durban King Shaka Intl

Sept 30

DUR12:05Durban King Shaka Intl

34h 00m

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ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

R19 813

Qatar Airways

Sept 21

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 15m

2 stops

DUR10:35Durban King Shaka Intl

Sept 30

DUR12:05Durban King Shaka Intl

34h 00m

2 stops

ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

R20 041

Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Sept 28

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 55m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Oct 7

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 25m

2 stops

ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

R20 743

Ethiopian Air

Aug 24

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 55m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Aug 31

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 25m

2 stops

ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

R21 281

Ethiopian Air

Aug 24

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 55m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Aug 31

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 25m

2 stops

ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

R21 298

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Thu 26/11

20:15-12:05

1 stop31h 50m

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20:10-11:50

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16:35-9:40

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R18 376

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11:25-11:50

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R18 409

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19:20-10:35

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12:05-15:05

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R19 796

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 22/8

6:00-0:15

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Wed 2/9

1:15-16:17

2 stops46h 02m

R21 298

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/8

10:15-13:25

1 stop20h 10m

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Sun 30/8

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R21 396

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ORD - JNB

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 16/8

10:15-13:25

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

R21 445

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

14:05-15:05

1 stop32h 00m

R21 510

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/9

11:25-10:15

1 stop39h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

14:05-15:05

1 stop32h 00m

R21 608

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R9 041, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until November to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 277.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R21 625 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 O'Hare Intl Airport for as low as R18 458 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 10m
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The fastest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa takes 20h 10m

There are no direct flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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