How long is the flight from Illinois to South Africa?

The flight from Illinois to South Africa depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Chicago (a popular airport in Illinois) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 23h 18m on average. If you fly from Moline (another popular airport in Illinois) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 45h 47m.

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 Illinois according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 43% 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 Illinois to South Africa?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to South Africa

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

Prices for flights from Illinois to South Africa refresh daily.

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

There are 10 operators available for flights from Illinois to South Africa as of May 2025.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to South Africa.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from Illinois to South Africa that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

7:50 pm - 10:35 amORD-JNB

31h 45m1 stop

5:50 pm - 9:40 amJNB-ORD

22h 50m1 stop

$867Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 18

11:25 am - 10:35 amORD-JNB

40h 10m1 stop

5:55 pm - 9:40 amJNB-ORD

22h 45m1 stop

$877Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 17

10:15 am - 2:35 pmORD-CPT

21h 20m1 stop

1:50 pm - 8:15 amCPT-ORD

25h 25m2 stops

$942Ethiopian Air

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Fri, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 11

10:15 am - 2:35 pmORD-CPT

21h 20m1 stop

1:50 pm - 8:15 amCPT-ORD

25h 25m2 stops

$956Ethiopian Air

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Fri, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 9

7:30 am - 3:50 pmORD-JNB

25h 20m2 stops

1:15 am - 1:18 pmJNB-ORD

43h 03m2 stops

$979

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Sat, Oct 11 - Thu, Oct 16

7:00 am - 3:50 pmORD-JNB

25h 50m2 stops

5:00 pm - 12:48 pmJNB-ORD

26h 48m2 stops

$984

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Sat, May 10 - Mon, Jun 2

2:20 pm - 9:20 amORD-JNB

36h 00m1 stop

7:35 pm - 12:10 pmJNB-ORD

23h 35m1 stop

$1,028SWISS

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Fri, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 14

7:30 am - 3:50 pmORD-JNB

25h 20m2 stops

10:45 am - 5:36 pmJNB-ORD

37h 51m2 stops

$1,080Kenya Airways

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Thu, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 24

2:20 pm - 9:20 amORD-JNB

36h 00m1 stop

7:35 pm - 12:10 pmJNB-ORD

23h 35m1 stop

$1,083SWISS

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Mon, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 14

7:30 am - 12:15 amORD-JNB

33h 45m2 stops

1:15 am - 1:18 pmJNB-ORD

43h 03m2 stops

$1,128Kenya Airways

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Wed, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 22

Turkish Airlines flights from Illinois to South Africa

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

Turkish Airlines

Sep 4

ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 18

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$867

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Turkish Airlines

Sep 3

ORD11:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

40h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 17

JNB5:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

22h 45m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$877

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 5

ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 16

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$897

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United Airlines flights from Illinois to South Africa

Our best United Airlines deals on Illinois to South Africa flight tickets

United Airlines

May 14

STL1:30 pmLambert-St Louis

36h 05m

2 stops

JNB8:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 20

JNB3:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 53m

2 stops

STL9:58 amLambert-St Louis

$1,128

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United Airlines

May 4

STL8:48 amLambert-St Louis

25h 57m

2 stops

JNB5:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 6

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 33m

2 stops

STL9:58 amLambert-St Louis

$1,133

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United Airlines

Sep 24

ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 00m

2 stops

JNB5:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 12

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 53m

2 stops

ORD4:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,248

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $909. The month of January is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Illinois averaging around $989.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,036. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Africa on Wednesday is $1,347.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,111. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,377.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Illinois when booking 3 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,232 when searching 3 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Illinois for as low as $1,045 on momondo.

Cheap Illinois to South Africa flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$618
Fastest flight time	18h 09m
Direct flights	None
Airports in South Africa	2 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $618. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $867.

The fastest flight from Illinois to South Africa takes 18h 09m

There are no direct flights from Illinois to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago Midway Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Lambert-St Louis Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

There are 2 airports near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Illinois to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to South Africa?
There are 10 operators available for flights from Illinois to South Africa as of May 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to South Africa?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Illinois to South Africa

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $790	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,790 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $840	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 769 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $871	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 262 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $877	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $948	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 6,842 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $995	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,934 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $997	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,696 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,173	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,563 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,334 reviews	Search KLM flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $1,329	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,588 reviews	Search SWISS flights

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