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 19h 06m on average. If you fly from Moline (another popular airport in Illinois) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 27h.

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

Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois 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 Illinois according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 8 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 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 8 operators available for flights from Illinois to South Africa as of December 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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8:20 pm - 10:50 am

ORD

JNB

30h 30m1 stop

7:10 pm - 10:05 am

JNB

ORD

22h 55m1 stop

$871Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 27

8:20 pm - 10:50 am

ORD

JNB

30h 30m1 stop

7:05 pm - 6:25 pm

JNB

ORD

31h 20m1 stop

$882Turkish Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Fri, Mar 6

8:20 pm - 10:50 am

ORD

JNB

30h 30m1 stop

12:20 pm - 10:05 am

JNB

ORD

29h 45m2 stops

$947Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 27

10:15 am - 1:05 pm

ORD

JNB

19h 50m1 stop

2:30 pm - 8:40 am

JNB

ORD

25h 10m2 stops

$975Ethiopian Air

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

11:25 am - 10:35 am

ORD

JNB

40h 10m1 stop

6:00 pm - 6:15 pm

JNB

ORD

31h 15m1 stop

$984Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Sun, Apr 26

7:00 am - 3:50 pm

ORD

JNB

24h 50m2 stops

5:00 pm - 5:45 pm

JNB

ORD

32h 45m2 stops

$985Kenya Airways

Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Feb 10

9:45 am - 8:10 pm

ORD

JNB

26h 25m1 stop

2:30 pm - 8:40 am

JNB

ORD

25h 10m2 stops

$989Ethiopian Air

Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 11

1:30 pm - 3:50 pm

ORD

JNB

43h 20m2 stops

5:00 pm - 12:41 pm

JNB

ORD

26h 41m2 stops

$1,002Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25

11:23 am - 7:15 pm

STL

CPT

23h 52m2 stops

9:30 pm - 8:43 pm

CPT

STL

31h 13m2 stops

$1,186Delta

Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Feb 1

7:10 am - 7:15 pm

STL

CPT

28h 05m1 stop

9:30 pm - 5:50 pm

CPT

STL

28h 20m1 stop

$1,192Delta

Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Feb 1

Ethiopian Air flights from Illinois to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 11

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

JNB1:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 18

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

2 stops

ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$975

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 2

ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 11

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

2 stops

ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$989

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 11

ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 25

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 20m

2 stops

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,012

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British Airways flights from Illinois to South Africa

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British Airways

Jan 28

STL5:12 pmLambert-St Louis

33h 13m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 1

JNB7:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 39m

2 stops

STL4:14 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,512

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British Airways

Dec 23

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

54h 05m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 12

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m

1 stop

ORD6:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,924

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British Airways

Dec 20

ORD8:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 40m

1 stop

CPT10:20 amCape Town Intl

Jan 23

CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

ORD1:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,106

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

8:20 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/27

7:10 pm-10:05 am

1 stop22h 55m

$871

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

8:20 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/6

7:05 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$882

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

8:20 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/27

12:20 pm-10:05 am

2 stops29h 45m

$947

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/18

2:30 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$975

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

11:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/26

6:00 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$984

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

7:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/10

5:00 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$985

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/11

2:30 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$989

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

1:30 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops43h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/25

5:00 pm-12:41 pm

2 stops26h 41m

$1,002

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/18

11:23 am-7:15 pm

2 stops23h 52m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/1

9:30 pm-8:43 pm

2 stops31h 13m

$1,186

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/21

7:10 am-7:15 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/1

9:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$1,192

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, March 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 $984. The month of April is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Illinois averaging around $1,009.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,255 when searching 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 $1,036 on momondo.

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

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Fastest flight time	18h 11m
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The fastest flight from Illinois to South Africa takes 18h 11m

There are no direct flights from Illinois to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Illinois to South Africa.

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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 8 operators available for flights from Illinois to South Africa as of December 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,100 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $885	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 911 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $902	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,048 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,071	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,683 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,097	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,580 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,118	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,094 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,202	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,010 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,512	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,432 reviews	Search KLM flights

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