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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chicago from $585

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Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 8:35 am
JNB
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ORD
29h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:00 pm - 8:15 am
ORD
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JNB
35h 15m
1 stop
$834Etihad Airways
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 8:35 am
JNB
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ORD
29h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:00 pm - 8:15 am
ORD
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JNB
35h 15m
1 stop
$846Etihad Airways
Sun, May 3 - Wed, May 20
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 8:35 am
JNB
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ORD
29h 45m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:00 pm - 8:20 am
ORD
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JNB
35h 20m
1 stop
$851Etihad Airways
Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:15 am
CPT
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ORD
25h 25m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 2:35 pm
ORD
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CPT
21h 20m
1 stop
$936Ethiopian Air
Wed, Apr 22 - Thu, Apr 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:15 am
CPT
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ORD
25h 25m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 2:35 pm
ORD
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CPT
21h 20m
1 stop
$993Ethiopian Air
Wed, Apr 22 - Sun, May 3
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 8:15 pm
CPT
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ORD
31h 25m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 5:20 pm
ORD
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CPT
41h 50m
2 stops
$1,085United Airlines
Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 4
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 9:56 am
CPT
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MDW
20h 51m
1 stop
Delta Logo
1:24 pm - 5:50 pm
MDW
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CPT
21h 26m
2 stops
$1,112Delta
Tue, Apr 28 - Mon, May 4
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 10:28 pm
CPT
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MDW
33h 23m
1 stop
Delta Logo
9:23 am - 9:25 pm
MDW
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CPT
29h 02m
2 stops
$1,128Delta
Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 6:33 pm
JNB
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MDW
26h 18m
2 stops
KLM Logo
1:22 pm - 9:20 pm
MDW
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JNB
24h 58m
2 stops
$1,268KLM
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 5:56 pm
CPT
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MDW
25h 41m
2 stops
KLM Logo
1:22 pm - 9:25 pm
MDW
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CPT
25h 03m
2 stops
$1,406KLM
Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Chicago

Our best Etihad Airways deals on South Africa to Chicago flight tickets
Etihad Airways
May 6
JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 50m
1 stop
ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
May 13
ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
35h 15m
1 stop
JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$834
Etihad Airways
May 3
JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 50m
1 stop
ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
May 20
ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
35h 15m
1 stop
JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$846
Etihad Airways
Jun 3
JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 45m
1 stop
ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 9
ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
35h 20m
1 stop
JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$851

KLM flights from South Africa to Chicago

Our best KLM deals on South Africa to Chicago flight tickets
KLM
May 6
CPT2:00 pmCape Town Intl
32h 10m
2 stops
ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
May 13
ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 00m
1 stop
CPT5:50 amCape Town Intl
$1,187
KLM
May 6
JNB11:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
26h 18m
2 stops
MDW6:33 pmChicago Midway
May 13
MDW1:22 pmChicago Midway
24h 58m
2 stops
JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,268
KLM
May 28
CPT11:15 pmCape Town Intl
25h 41m
2 stops
MDW5:56 pmChicago Midway
Jun 4
MDW1:22 pmChicago Midway
25h 03m
2 stops
CPT9:25 pmCape Town Intl
$1,406

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated March 24, 2026.
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/6

9:45 am-8:35 am

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/13

2:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop35h 15m

$834

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/3

9:45 am-8:35 am

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/20

2:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop35h 15m

$846

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/3

9:50 am-8:35 am

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/9

2:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 20m

$851

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/22

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/30

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$936

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/22

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/3

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$993

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/27

7:50 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

4:30 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$1,085
Quickest round-trip

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/28

8:05 pm-9:56 am

1 stop20h 51m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/4

1:24 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops21h 26m

$1,112

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/3

8:05 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop33h 23m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/10

9:23 am-9:25 pm

2 stops29h 02m

$1,128

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/6

11:15 pm-6:33 pm

2 stops26h 18m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/13

1:22 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 58m

$1,268

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/28

11:15 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops25h 41m

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/4

1:22 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 03m

$1,406

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from South Africa, with most prices found around $900. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Chicago during September average around $992.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $1,103 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from South Africa for as low as $947 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Chicago flight.

Cheap South Africa to Chicago flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

22h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Chicago takes 22h 00m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Chicago. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Chicago.
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Chicago?

    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 South Africa to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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 South Africa to Chicago

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $876Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,274 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $916Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,464 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $987Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,318 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $999Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,477 reviews
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