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 54% 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, LATAM 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 June 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.

$698 Cheap Flights from Chicago to South Africa in 2026

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8:15 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

CPT

31h 50m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 10:00 am

CPT

ORD

24h 40m

1 stop

$1,124Turkish Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

11:45 am - 12:05 pm

ORD

CPT

40h 20m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 6:20 pm

CPT

ORD

33h 00m

1 stop

$1,125Turkish Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17

12:45 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

CPT

39h 20m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 10:00 am

CPT

ORD

24h 40m

1 stop

$1,150Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

9:15 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

CPT

31h 50m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 11:00 am

CPT

ORD

25h 40m

1 stop

$1,157Turkish Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5

10:30 am - 7:10 am

ORD

JNB

37h 40m

1 stop

9:45 pm - 4:15 am

JNB

ORD

38h 30m

1 stop

$1,283Egyptair

Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Nov 16

7:20 pm - 9:00 am

ORD

JNB

30h 40m

1 stop

2:05 pm - 3:05 pm

JNB

ORD

32h 00m

1 stop

$1,287Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 9

6:50 pm - 3:55 am

ORD

JNB

26h 05m

1 stop

8:20 pm - 2:30 pm

JNB

ORD

26h 10m

1 stop

$1,288Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 18

10:15 am - 1:05 pm

ORD

JNB

19h 50m

1 stop

2:30 pm - 7:40 am

JNB

ORD

25h 10m

2 stops

$1,295Ethiopian Air

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 15

1:05 pm - 6:35 pm

MDW

CPT

21h 30m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 11:56 am

CPT

MDW

23h 06m

1 stop

$1,825Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 13

4:39 pm - 5:50 pm

MDW

CPT

18h 11m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 12:39 pm

CPT

MDW

23h 34m

2 stops

$1,830Delta

Sat, Aug 8 - Sun, Aug 16

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Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Nov 16

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 29

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 36m

2 stops

ORD12:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,293

Kenya Airways

Jun 24

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 50m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 16

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 06m

2 stops

ORD4:16 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,738

Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to South Africa

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Chicago to South Africa flight tickets

Ethiopian Air

Oct 25

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

JNB1:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 15

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

2 stops

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,295

Ethiopian Air

Oct 29

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

Nov 15

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,302

Ethiopian Air

Oct 8

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

JNB1:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 17

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 55m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,315

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ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/18

8:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/25

5:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 40m

$1,124

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/11

11:45 am-12:05 pm

1 stop40h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/17

5:20 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$1,125

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

$1,150

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/28

9:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/5

5:20 pm-11:00 am

1 stop25h 40m

$1,157

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/23

10:30 am-7:10 am

1 stop37h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/16

9:45 pm-4:15 am

1 stop38h 30m

$1,283

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

7:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/9

2:05 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$1,287

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/27

6:50 pm-3:55 am

1 stop26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/18

8:20 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$1,288

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/15

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,295

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Thu 11/5

1:05 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/13

8:50 pm-11:56 am

1 stop23h 06m

$1,825

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ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/8

4:39 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop18h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/16

8:05 pm-12:39 pm

2 stops23h 34m

$1,830

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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 $1,308 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 $987 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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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 June 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,529 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $783	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,410 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $795	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,405 reviews	Search Delta flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $980	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,008 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $998	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 306 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,021	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,654 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,059	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,103	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,047 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,275	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,820 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $1,321	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,234 reviews	Search Iberia flights

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