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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chicago from R10 410

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Turkish Airlines Logo
17:50 - 9:40
JNB
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ORD
22h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 - 10:30
ORD
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JNB
40h 05m1 stop
R14 516Turkish Airlines
Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, May 11
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19:10 - 19:25
JNB
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ORD
31h 15m1 stop
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20:10 - 10:30
ORD
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JNB
31h 20m1 stop
R14 751Turkish Airlines
Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 10:05
CPT
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ORD
24h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:20 - 11:50
ORD
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CPT
31h 30m1 stop
R15 606Turkish Airlines
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 10:53
JNB
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ORD
20h 53m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:00 - 18:35
ORD
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JNB
25h 35m2 stops
R15 640United Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 14:40
CPT
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ORD
25h 50m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:52 - 16:10
ORD
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CPT
21h 18m2 stops
R15 640United Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 19:15
JNB
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ORD
31h 40m2 stops
British Airways Logo
16:30 - 7:35
ORD
-
JNB
31h 05m2 stops
R16 545British Airways
Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 15
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 19:15
JNB
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ORD
31h 40m2 stops
British Airways Logo
16:30 - 7:35
ORD
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JNB
31h 05m2 stops
R16 562British Airways
Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:10 - 8:15
DUR
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ORD
31h 05m3 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 18:05
ORD
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DUR
24h 50m2 stops
R18 405Ethiopian Air
Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, May 11
KLM Logo
23:15 - 14:15
CPT
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ORD
22h 00m1 stop
KLM Logo
14:10 - 21:25
ORD
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CPT
24h 15m2 stops
R18 774KLM
Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:10 - 8:40
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ORD
31h 30m3 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 18:05
ORD
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24h 50m2 stops
R22 043Ethiopian Air
Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

United Airlines flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 5
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 06m
2 stops
ORD17:06Chicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 12
ORD13:02Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 33m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 640
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United Airlines
Mar 12
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 25m
1 stop
ORD12:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 29
ORD13:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 30m
2 stops
JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 925
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United Airlines
Feb 3
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 52m
2 stops
ORD18:37Chicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 10
ORD19:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 00m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 025
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Emirates flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Emirates deals on South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Emirates
Feb 5
JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 35m
1 stop
ORD14:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 12
ORD19:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 50m
1 stop
JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 462
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Emirates
Feb 3
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 30m
1 stop
ORD14:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 10
ORD19:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 40m
1 stop
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 713
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Emirates
Mar 19
DUR19:10Durban King Shaka Intl
27h 35m
1 stop
ORD15:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 23
ORD20:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 25m
1 stop
DUR17:10Durban King Shaka Intl
R22 948
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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 22 December 2025.
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

17:50-9:40

1 stop22h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/5

11:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

R14 516

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:10-19:25

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/3

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R14 751

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

17:15-10:05

1 stop24h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/2

20:20-11:50

1 stop31h 30m

R15 606

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

22:00-10:53

1 stop20h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/2

9:00-18:35

2 stops25h 35m

R15 640

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/1

20:50-14:40

2 stops25h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 24/1

10:52-16:10

2 stops21h 18m

R15 640

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:35-19:15

2 stops31h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/2

16:30-7:35

2 stops31h 05m

R16 545

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:35-19:15

2 stops31h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/2

16:30-7:35

2 stops31h 05m

R16 562

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 16/4

8:10-8:15

3 stops31h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/5

10:15-18:05

2 stops24h 50m

R18 405

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/6

14:10-21:25

2 stops24h 15m

R18 774

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 19/3

8:10-8:40

3 stops31h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/3

10:15-18:05

2 stops24h 50m

R22 043

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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 075, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of November is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R16 310.

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 R18 613. 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 R21 241. 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 225. 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 R20 374.

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 R18 060 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 R16 394 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 42% 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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Fastest flight time

22h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 22h 00m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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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
Price
Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R13 407Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 336 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R14 224Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 112 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 336Free CancellationRating
7,2
916 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R15 434Free CancellationRating
7,5
677 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 561Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 106 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom R16 228Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 649 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 326Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 606 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 458Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 434 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R16 651Free CancellationRating
7,9
8 013 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R17 504Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 686 reviews
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