What airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines and United 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 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 10 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 and Delta 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 September 2026, there are 10 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.

$653 Cheap Flights from Chicago to South Africa in 2026/27

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6:00 am - 12:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

1:35 am - 12:46 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

43h 11m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,029Kenya Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16

6:15 am - 3:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 35m2 stops New York LaGuardia Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

1:35 am - 5:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

47h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,035Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 9

6:15 am - 3:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 35m2 stops New York LaGuardia Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 pm - 5:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 15m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,035Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 10

6:00 am - 12:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

1:35 am - 5:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

47h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,037Kenya Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16

12:45 pm - 11:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 15m1 stop Istanbul

5:15 pm - 10:00 amCPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 45m1 stop Istanbul

$1,108Turkish Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 10

12:45 pm - 11:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 15m1 stop Istanbul

5:15 pm - 10:00 amCPT Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 45m1 stop Istanbul

$1,111Turkish Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 10

9:45 am - 8:10 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

8:20 am - 7:40 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

$1,203Ethiopian Air

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17

10:15 am - 1:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

2:30 pm - 8:15 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

$1,203Ethiopian Air

Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 14

7:20 pm - 9:10 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

2:05 pm - 3:05 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,257Qatar Airways

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

6:50 pm - 8:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

8:20 pm - 2:30 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,263Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 3 - Fri, Mar 12

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6:00 am - 3:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 5:03 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 03m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,242Kenya Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Fri, Sep 18

7:20 pm - 4:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:45 pm - 2:30 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,268Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Nov 13

10:15 am - 1:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

8:20 am - 8:15 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

$1,271Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Sep 25

10:15 am - 8:10 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

2:30 pm - 7:40 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

$1,271Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Nov 13

8:15 pm - 3:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 35m2 stops New York LaGuardia Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 5:03 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 03m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,276Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Sep 25

10:30 am - 7:10 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 40m1 stop Cairo

9:45 pm - 5:15 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

38h 30m1 stop Cairo

$1,318Egyptair

Wed, Sep 16 - Fri, Sep 18

7:20 pm - 9:10 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

8:55 pm - 3:05 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,347Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Oct 3

6:00 am - 12:15 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 15m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 12:25 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,390Kenya Airways

Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Oct 3

8:35 pm - 4:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

37h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

6:40 pm - 4:00 pmDUR Durban King Shaka Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,737Emirates

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

8:35 pm - 4:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

37h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

11:15 am - 4:00 pmDUR Durban King Shaka Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

$1,797Emirates

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

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Egyptair flights from Chicago to South Africa

Our best Egyptair deals on Chicago to South Africa flight tickets

Egyptair

Oct 30

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 40m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 6

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

39h 30m

1 stop

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,148

Egyptair

Sep 25

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

$1,164

Egyptair

Oct 16

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 40m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 23

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

38h 30m

1 stop

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,168

Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to South Africa

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Chicago to South Africa flight tickets

Kenya Airways

Nov 11

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

34h 25m

2 stops

JNB12:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 16

JNB1:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

43h 11m

2 stops

ORD12:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,029

Kenya Airways

Feb 5

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 55m

2 stops

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 18

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 36m

2 stops

ORD12:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,037

Kenya Airways

Oct 6

ORD6:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

35h 05m

2 stops

JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 13

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 36m

2 stops

ORD12:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,049

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/11

6:00 am-12:25 am

2 stops34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/16

1:35 am-12:46 pm

2 stops43h 11m

$1,029

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

6:15 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/9

1:35 am-5:20 pm

2 stops47h 45m

$1,035

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

6:15 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/10

12:05 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops37h 15m

$1,035

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/11

6:00 am-12:25 am

2 stops34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/16

1:35 am-5:20 pm

2 stops47h 45m

$1,037

ChicagoCape Town

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

12:45 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/10

5:15 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 45m

$1,108

ChicagoCape Town

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

12:45 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/10

5:15 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 45m

$1,111

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/11

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/17

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,203

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/1

10:15 am-1:30 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/14

2:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

$1,203

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/14

7:20 pm-9:10 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/21

2:05 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$1,257

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

6:50 pm-8:40 am

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/12

8:20 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$1,263

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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, April 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 $1,090. The month of November is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,138.

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 $1,360 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 $1,158 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to South Africa flight.

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Best Price Found	$653
Fastest flight time	17h 10m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $653. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,029.

The fastest flight from Chicago to South Africa takes 17h 10m

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 September 2026, there are 10 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 1,578 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom $795	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,570 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $894	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,466 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $986	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,040 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $998	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 327 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,054	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,063 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,059	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $1,321	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,250 reviews	Search Iberia flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,374	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,214 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,562	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,659 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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