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

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Egyptair are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Chicago

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

Flight times from South Africa to Chicago vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg and flying into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 23h 10m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Chicago is flying from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which will take roughly 25h 25m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

United Airlines, Qatar Airways and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from South Africa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Chicago?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Chicago refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Chicago?

As of September 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Chicago?

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 South Africa to Chicago.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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.

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14:30 - 7:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

9:45 - 13:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R15 223Ethiopian Air

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 2

23:00 - 7:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

40h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

9:45 - 13:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R15 255Ethiopian Air

Wed, Dec 16 - Sat, Jan 9

21:00 - 22:20CPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

19:00 - 18:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 386Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 19

20:50 - 9:22CPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

18:15 - 18:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

40h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 679Delta

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Dec 1

20:50 - 13:08CPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 18m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl New York LaGuardia

14:35 - 16:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R16 232United Airlines

Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 18

20:50 - 13:08CPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 18m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark

14:35 - 16:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R16 232United Airlines

Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Feb 20

0:20 - 18:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 00m1 stop Istanbul

20:15 - 22:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 10m1 stop Istanbul

R16 265Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16

18:50 - 10:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 10m1 stop Istanbul

11:45 - 22:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m1 stop Istanbul

R16 558Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

23:55 - 20:18JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 23m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14:10 - 21:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 10m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

R17 486KLM

Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, May 25

23:59 - 18:44JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl

12:38 - 22:00ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 22m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol

R17 502KLM

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

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14:30 - 8:15CPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

10:15 - 14:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R15 044Ethiopian Air

Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5

13:50 - 8:15CPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

10:15 - 14:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R15 044Ethiopian Air

Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5

20:05 - 16:37CPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

16:50 - 21:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 704Delta

Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5

20:05 - 9:25CPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

16:50 - 21:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 704Delta

Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5

14:05 - 15:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

9:00 - 3:55ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

R22 224Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Dec 13

14:05 - 15:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:50 - 3:55ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R23 315Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Dec 13

23:15 - 14:15CPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

16:15 - 21:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R24 764KLM

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4

23:15 - 14:15CPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

16:15 - 21:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R24 764KLM

Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4

19:50 - 9:00CPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 10m1 stop Newark

12:40 - 17:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark

R29 729United Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 2

20:00 - 9:38CPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 38m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

12:55 - 15:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 25m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R29 729United Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 3

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Sept 29

CPT14:30Cape Town Intl

24h 45m

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Oct 5

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Sept 29

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Oct 2

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25h 25m

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20h 55m

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R15 109

United Airlines flights from South Africa to Chicago

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Jan 29

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

24h 18m

2 stops

ORD13:08Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 20

ORD14:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 35m

1 stop

CPT16:10Cape Town Intl

R16 232

United Airlines

Nov 8

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

20h 55m

1 stop

ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 15

ORD8:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 10m

2 stops

CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

R16 314

United Airlines

Dec 22

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 50m

1 stop

ORD11:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

Dec 31

ORD15:43Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 52m

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JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 411

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Sat 19/12

14:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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R16 232

Cape TownChicago

CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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20:50-13:08

2 stops24h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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R16 232

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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0:20-18:20

1 stop26h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/11

20:15-22:25

1 stop42h 10m

R16 265

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

18:50-10:00

1 stop23h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/11

11:45-22:25

1 stop26h 40m

R16 558

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

23:55-20:18

2 stops28h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/5

14:10-21:20

2 stops24h 10m

R17 486

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

23:59-18:44

2 stops26h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/11

12:38-22:00

2 stops25h 22m

R17 502

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from South Africa, with most prices found around R16 363. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of November, then departing from South Africa during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R17 095.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around R19 403 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from South Africa for as low as R16 118 on momondo.

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Best price found	R9 866
Fastest flight time	23h 10m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Chicago from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R9 866. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 223.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Chicago takes 23h 10m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Chicago?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Chicago?
As of September 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Chicago?
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 South Africa to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 623	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 043 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 447	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 454 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R14 318	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 540 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 111	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 10 250 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R15 740	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 247 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 026	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 238 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 374	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 576 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R16 590	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R20 230	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 665 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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