What airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines and Delta 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 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating 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 May 2026, there are 12 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.

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6:30 am - 3:50 pm

ORD

JNB

26h 20m

2 stops

1:15 am - 11:47 am

JNB

ORD

41h 32m

2 stops

$1,068Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20

12:45 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

CPT

39h 20m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 10:00 am

CPT

ORD

24h 40m

1 stop

$1,130Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

6:00 am - 3:50 pm

ORD

JNB

26h 50m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 11:47 am

JNB

ORD

25h 47m

2 stops

$1,178Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 19

8:15 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

CPT

31h 50m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 10:00 am

CPT

ORD

24h 40m

1 stop

$1,180Turkish Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 19

7:20 pm - 10:15 am

ORD

CPT

31h 55m

1 stop

1:15 pm - 3:05 pm

CPT

ORD

32h 50m

1 stop

$1,249Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 17

10:15 am - 1:25 pm

ORD

JNB

20h 10m

1 stop

2:30 pm - 8:15 am

JNB

ORD

24h 45m

2 stops

$1,257Ethiopian Air

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11

7:20 pm - 4:00 am

ORD

JNB

25h 40m

1 stop

2:45 pm - 3:05 pm

JNB

ORD

31h 20m

1 stop

$1,265Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Oct 1

10:35 am - 6:35 pm

MDW

CPT

25h 00m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 11:56 am

CPT

MDW

23h 06m

1 stop

$1,851Delta

Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 8

12:30 pm - 6:35 pm

MDW

CPT

23h 05m

2 stops

8:50 pm - 12:33 pm

CPT

MDW

23h 43m

2 stops

$1,855Delta

Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 8

1:27 pm - 9:25 pm

MDW

CPT

24h 58m

2 stops

11:15 pm - 10:36 pm

CPT

MDW

30h 21m

2 stops

$1,895KLM

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25

Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Oct 1

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

JNB1:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 11

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,257

Ethiopian Air

Sep 23

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 30

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,278

Ethiopian Air

Oct 29

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

Nov 8

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,295

Egyptair flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Egyptair

Aug 12

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 40m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 31

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

38h 30m

1 stop

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,207

Egyptair

Sep 11

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 40m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 21

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

38h 30m

1 stop

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,249

Egyptair

Sep 23

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 40m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 28

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

38h 30m

1 stop

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,268

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/11

6:30 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/20

1:15 am-11:47 am

2 stops41h 32m

$1,068

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/3

12:45 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/17

5:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 40m

$1,130

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

6:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/19

5:00 pm-11:47 am

2 stops25h 47m

$1,178

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/11

8:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/19

5:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 40m

$1,180

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/31

7:20 pm-10:15 am

1 stop31h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/17

1:15 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop32h 50m

$1,249

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/1

10:15 am-1:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/11

2:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

$1,257

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

7:20 pm-4:00 am

1 stop25h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/1

2:45 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$1,265

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/28

10:35 am-6:35 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/8

8:50 pm-11:56 am

1 stop23h 06m

$1,851

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/28

12:30 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops23h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/8

8:50 pm-12:33 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$1,855

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/11

1:27 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 58m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/25

11:15 pm-10:36 pm

2 stops30h 21m

$1,895

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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 $543. The month of February is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $554.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago 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 $1,301 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 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	19h 32m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to South Africa takes 19h 32m

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 May 2026, there are 12 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 1,524 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $783	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,398 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $806	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,419 reviews	Search Delta flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $980	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,003 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $998	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 304 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,052	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,642 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,053	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,103	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,010 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,270	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,445 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,275	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,766 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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