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Etihad Airways Logo
21:45 - 7:55JNB-ORD
42h 10m2 stops
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13:10 - 8:20ORD-JNB
35h 10m1 stop
R14 500Etihad Airways
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Sun, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 7:40CPT-ORD
25h 50m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 - 14:35ORD-CPT
20h 50m1 stop
R14 917Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:05 - 19:25JNB-ORD
31h 20m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:50 - 10:50ORD-JNB
39h 00m1 stop
R14 951Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:05 - 18:25JNB-ORD
31h 20m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:50 - 10:50ORD-JNB
39h 00m1 stop
R15 437Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 9
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 18:37CPT-ORD
29h 47m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
13:00 - 16:10ORD-CPT
19h 10m1 stop
R16 202United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 23 - Mon, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 10:45CPT-ORD
21h 55m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
16:20 - 18:00ORD-CPT
17h 40m1 stop
R16 219United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 28
KLM Logo
23:59 - 20:23JNB-ORD
28h 24m2 stops
KLM Logo
13:25 - 22:05ORD-JNB
24h 40m2 stops
R17 712KLM
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Sun, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 9
KLM Logo
7:55 - 15:10CPT-ORD
39h 15m1 stop
KLM Logo
17:20 - 5:50ORD-CPT
28h 30m1 stop
R18 042KLM
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Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Dec 4
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 17:55JNB-ORD
30h 20m2 stops
British Airways Logo
17:10 - 10:25ORD-JNB
33h 15m1 stop
R19 240British Airways
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Fri, Dec 26 - Tue, Dec 30
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 13:50JNB-ORD
26h 15m1 stop
British Airways Logo
17:10 - 10:25ORD-JNB
33h 15m1 stop
R19 727British Airways
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Fri, Dec 26 - Tue, Dec 30

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

Our best Qatar Airways deals on South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Dec 6
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 45m
1 stop
ORD14:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 3
ORD18:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 50m
1 stop
JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 401
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Qatar Airways
Dec 6
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 45m
1 stop
ORD14:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 3
ORD18:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 50m
1 stop
JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 453
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Qatar Airways
Sept 21
JNB13:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 55m
1 stop
ORD14:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sept 22
ORD16:54Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 41m
2 stops
JNB9:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 627
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Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Oct 31
JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 20m
1 stop
ORD19:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 24
ORD11:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 00m
1 stop
JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 951
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Turkish Airlines
Nov 2
JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 20m
1 stop
ORD18:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 9
ORD11:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 00m
1 stop
JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 437
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Turkish Airlines
Nov 13
JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 55m
1 stop
ORD10:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 4
ORD11:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 00m
1 stop
JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 490
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 18 September 2025.
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

21:45-7:55

2 stops42h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/11

13:10-8:20

1 stop35h 10m

R14 500

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

13:50-7:40

2 stops25h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/11

9:45-14:35

1 stop20h 50m

R14 917

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

19:05-19:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/11

11:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R14 951

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

19:05-18:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/11

11:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R15 437

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

20:50-18:37

1 stop29h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

13:00-16:10

1 stop19h 10m

R16 202

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

20:50-10:45

1 stop21h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 28/11

16:20-18:00

1 stop17h 40m

R16 219

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

23:59-20:23

2 stops28h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/11

13:25-22:05

2 stops24h 40m

R17 712

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/11

7:55-15:10

1 stop39h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/12

17:20-5:50

1 stop28h 30m

R18 042

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

19:35-17:55

2 stops30h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 30/12

17:10-10:25

1 stop33h 15m

R19 240

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

19:35-13:50

1 stop26h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 30/12

17:10-10:25

1 stop33h 15m

R19 727

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R16 549, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R17 191.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from South Africa is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as R19 281. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around R22 004. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as R18 880. Flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R21 106.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for around R19 482 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from South Africa for as low as R17 018 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight.

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

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

    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 O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R13 888Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 254 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R14 762Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 969 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 851Free CancellationRating
7,2
862 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R15 988Free CancellationRating
7,4
664 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R16 145Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 926 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 884Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 373 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R17 038Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 386 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R17 249Free CancellationRating
7,9
7 964 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R18 696Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 624 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R19 190Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 339 reviews
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