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

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Lufthansa 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.

R10 638 Cheap Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa in 2026

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10:15 - 21:45

ORD

DUR

28h 30m

2 stops

7:15 - 8:15

DUR

ORD

32h 00m

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R18 012Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19

20:10 - 11:50

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32h 40m

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16:35 - 9:40

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24h 05m

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R18 095Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 25

20:10 - 11:50

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32h 40m

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16:35 - 9:40

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24h 05m

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R18 144Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

20:15 - 12:05

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31h 50m

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0:55 - 11:00

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42h 05m

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R18 310Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Mar 8

20:10 - 11:50

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32h 40m

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16:35 - 9:40

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24h 05m

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R18 376Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

20:10 - 11:50

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32h 40m

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16:35 - 9:40

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24h 05m

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R18 393Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

20:10 - 11:50

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32h 40m

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16:35 - 9:40

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24h 05m

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R18 625Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

20:10 - 11:50

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32h 40m

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16:35 - 9:40

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24h 05m

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R18 642Turkish Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

20:10 - 11:50

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16:35 - 9:40

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24h 05m

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R18 741Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

20:10 - 11:50

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32h 40m

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16:35 - 9:40

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24h 05m

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R18 757Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

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

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Qatar Airways

Sept 12

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 40m

1 stop

JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 28

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m

1 stop

ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

R21 939

Qatar Airways

Aug 27

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 50m

1 stop

JNB9:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 5

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m

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ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

R21 972

Qatar Airways

Sept 12

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 40m

1 stop

JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 28

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m

1 stop

ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

R21 989

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

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Kenya Airways

Sept 3

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 17

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 59m

2 stops

ORD16:59Chicago O'Hare Intl

R21 823

Kenya Airways

Aug 11

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 3

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 07m

2 stops

ORD16:17Chicago O'Hare Intl

R22 038

Kenya Airways

Sept 1

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 16

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 59m

2 stops

ORD16:59Chicago O'Hare Intl

R22 237

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Cape Town Intl

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Cape Town Intl

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R18 625

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/9

20:10-11:50

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Cape Town Intl

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R18 642

ChicagoCape Town

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

20:10-11:50

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Cape Town Intl

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R18 741

ChicagoCape Town

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Cape Town Intl

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R18 757

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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 April. Flight prices, which tend to average around R18 343, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in April, 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 R18 956.

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 R22 588 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 741 on momondo.

Cheap Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa flight deals and tips

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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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