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

Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and RwandAir 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 March 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.

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11:25 am - 11:50 am

ORD

CPT

41h 25m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 9:40 am

CPT

ORD

24h 05m

1 stop

$858Turkish Airlines

lun., ago. 31 - vie., sep. 18

8:10 pm - 11:50 am

ORD

CPT

32h 40m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 9:40 am

CPT

ORD

24h 05m

1 stop

$861Turkish Airlines

lun., ago. 31 - vie., sep. 18

5:57 pm - 12:15 am

ORD

JNB

47h 18m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 8:49 pm

JNB

ORD

34h 49m

2 stops

$986Multiple Airlines

mar., sep. 1 - mar., sep. 15

8:31 am - 12:15 am

ORD

JNB

32h 44m

2 stops

1:15 am - 7:41 am

JNB

ORD

61h 26m

2 stops

$995Multiple Airlines

vie., abr. 24 - mié., abr. 29

7:20 pm - 4:00 am

ORD

JNB

25h 40m

1 stop

8:55 pm - 3:05 pm

JNB

ORD

25h 10m

1 stop

$1,014Qatar Airways

lun., sep. 7 - jue., sep. 17

7:20 pm - 8:50 am

ORD

JNB

30h 30m

1 stop

8:40 pm - 3:05 pm

JNB

ORD

25h 25m

1 stop

$1,019Qatar Airways

lun., abr. 13 - mié., may. 6

10:41 am - 7:40 pm

MDW

JNB

25h 59m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 4:12 pm

JNB

MDW

29h 12m

2 stops

$1,972Delta

dom., may. 3 - mar., may. 19

2:12 pm - 7:40 pm

MDW

JNB

22h 28m

2 stops

6:00 pm - 4:12 pm

JNB

MDW

29h 12m

2 stops

$1,977Delta

dom., may. 3 - mar., may. 19

1:24 pm - 9:20 pm

MDW

JNB

24h 56m

2 stops

11:15 pm - 5:56 pm

JNB

MDW

25h 41m

2 stops

$2,006KLM

vie., may. 1 - lun., may. 11

1:24 pm - 9:25 pm

MDW

CPT

25h 01m

2 stops

11:15 pm - 6:33 pm

CPT

MDW

26h 18m

2 stops

$2,060KLM

lun., may. 4 - lun., may. 11

Qatar Airways flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

May 6

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 50m

1 stop

JNB4:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 14

JNB8:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 25m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$987

Qatar Airways

Sep 7

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 40m

1 stop

JNB4:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 17

JNB8:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,014

Qatar Airways

Apr 23

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 1

JNB8:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 25m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,019

Delta flights from Chicago to South Africa

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to South Africa flight tickets

Delta

May 3

MDW10:41 amChicago Midway

25h 59m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 19

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 12m

2 stops

MDW4:12 pmChicago Midway

$1,972

Delta

May 3

MDW2:12 pmChicago Midway

22h 28m

2 stops

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 19

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 12m

2 stops

MDW4:12 pmChicago Midway

$1,977

Delta

Aug 6

MDW1:05 pmChicago Midway

21h 45m

1 stop

CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl

Aug 18

CPT8:05 pmCape Town Intl

22h 49m

1 stop

MDW11:54 amChicago Midway

$2,035

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ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 8/31

11:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop41h 25m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 9/18

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

$858

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 8/31

8:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 9/18

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

$861

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 9/1

5:57 pm-12:15 am

2 stops47h 18m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 9/15

5:00 pm-8:49 pm

2 stops34h 49m

$986

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 4/24

8:31 am-12:15 am

2 stops32h 44m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 4/29

1:15 am-7:41 am

2 stops61h 26m

$995

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/7

7:20 pm-4:00 am

1 stop25h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 9/17

8:55 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,014

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 4/13

7:20 pm-8:50 am

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 5/6

8:40 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$1,019

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

dom. 5/3

10:41 am-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 5/19

6:00 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops29h 12m

$1,972

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

dom. 5/3

2:12 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 28m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 5/19

6:00 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops29h 12m

$1,977

Quickest round-trip

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

vie. 5/1

1:24 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 56m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 5/11

11:15 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops25h 41m

$2,006

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

lun. 5/4

1:24 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 01m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 5/11

11:15 pm-6:33 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$2,060

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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, March 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 $1,016. The month of September is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,022.

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 $1,282 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 $946 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	18h 33m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Chicago to South Africa takes 18h 33m

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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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 March 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 1,477 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $783	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,274 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $806	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,318 reviews	Search Delta flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $920	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,429 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $947	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 300 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $977	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 977 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,052	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,486 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,053	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,103	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,813 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,132	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,463 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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