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

Turkish Airlines, JetBlue, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to South Africa

What airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Chicago according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Chicago to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of April 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to South Africa.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to South Africa.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$643 Cheap Flights from Chicago to South Africa in 2026

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6:00 am - 3:50 pm

ORD

JNB

26h 50m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 12:41 pm

JNB

ORD

26h 41m

2 stops

$993Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 8

8:31 am - 12:15 am

ORD

JNB

32h 44m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 12:11 pm

JNB

ORD

26h 11m

2 stops

$1,001Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 18

6:00 am - 3:50 pm

ORD

JNB

26h 50m

2 stops

12:10 pm - 11:47 am

JNB

ORD

30h 37m

2 stops

$1,075Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 14

6:00 am - 12:15 am

ORD

JNB

35h 15m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 5:41 pm

JNB

ORD

31h 41m

2 stops

$1,076Kenya Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 29

11:25 am - 11:50 am

ORD

CPT

41h 25m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 9:40 am

CPT

ORD

24h 05m

1 stop

$1,110Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

8:10 pm - 11:50 am

ORD

CPT

32h 40m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 9:40 am

CPT

ORD

24h 05m

1 stop

$1,119Turkish Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 10

7:20 pm - 10:35 am

ORD

DUR

32h 15m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 3:05 pm

DUR

ORD

29h 05m

2 stops

$1,395Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

7:20 pm - 10:35 am

ORD

DUR

32h 15m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 3:05 pm

DUR

ORD

29h 05m

2 stops

$1,415Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

4:30 pm - 5:50 pm

MDW

CPT

18h 20m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 9:50 am

CPT

MDW

20h 45m

1 stop

$2,036Delta

Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 29

10:35 am - 5:50 pm

MDW

CPT

24h 15m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 11:56 am

CPT

MDW

22h 51m

1 stop

$2,040Delta

Thu, Oct 8 - Fri, Oct 16

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Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Sep 8

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 50m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 14

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 37m

2 stops

ORD11:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,075

Kenya Airways

Sep 14

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

35h 15m

2 stops

JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 29

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 41m

2 stops

ORD5:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,076

Kenya Airways

Sep 25

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

62h 55m

2 stops

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 29

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 31m

2 stops

ORD12:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,080

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to South Africa

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Chicago to South Africa flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Sep 1

ORD11:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

40h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 15

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,093

Turkish Airlines

Sep 7

ORD8:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 20m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 17

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 25m

1 stop

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,096

Turkish Airlines

Sep 14

ORD11:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

41h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

Sep 28

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,110

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/26

6:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/8

5:00 pm-12:41 pm

2 stops26h 41m

$993

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

8:31 am-12:15 am

2 stops32h 44m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/18

5:00 pm-12:11 pm

2 stops26h 11m

$1,001

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/8

6:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/14

12:10 pm-11:47 am

2 stops30h 37m

$1,075

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

6:00 am-12:15 am

2 stops35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/29

5:00 pm-5:41 pm

2 stops31h 41m

$1,076

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

11:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop41h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/28

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

$1,110

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/27

8:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/10

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

$1,119

ChicagoDurban

ORD - DUR

ORDDUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/21

7:20 pm-10:35 am

2 stops32h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 9/30

5:00 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$1,395

ChicagoDurban

ORD - DUR

ORDDUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/21

7:20 pm-10:35 am

2 stops32h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 9/30

5:00 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$1,415

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ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/19

4:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/29

8:05 pm-9:50 am

1 stop20h 45m

$2,036

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/8

10:35 am-5:50 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/16

8:05 pm-11:56 am

1 stop22h 51m

$2,040

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,017. The month of March is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,020.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,289 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Chicago for as low as $1,028 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	19h 30m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to South Africa takes 19h 30m

There are no direct flights from Chicago to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to South Africa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Chicago to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to South Africa?
As of April 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to South Africa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to South Africa

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chicago to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,502 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $783	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,306 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $806	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,423 reviews	Search Delta flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $920	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,431 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $978	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,003 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $998	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 302 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,052	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,607 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,053	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,097	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,891 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,211	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,603 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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