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

Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

Delta, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from South Africa according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

Average flight duration from South Africa to Chicago depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 20h 47m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 21h 45m on average. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Chicago.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Chicago are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to Chicago is 6 as of December 2025.

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.

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7:10 pm - 7:25 pm

JNB

ORD

31h 15m1 stop

8:10 pm - 10:35 am

ORD

JNB

31h 25m1 stop

$865Turkish Airlines

Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 15

7:10 pm - 11:05 am

JNB

ORD

22h 55m1 stop

11:25 am - 10:35 am

ORD

JNB

40h 10m1 stop

$887Turkish Airlines

Thu, Mar 26 - Mon, Apr 13

8:20 am - 8:15 am

JNB

ORD

30h 55m2 stops

10:15 am - 1:05 pm

ORD

JNB

19h 50m1 stop

$901Ethiopian Air

Sat, Mar 28 - Wed, Apr 15

8:20 am - 8:15 am

JNB

ORD

30h 55m2 stops

10:15 am - 1:05 pm

ORD

JNB

19h 50m1 stop

$922Ethiopian Air

Sat, Mar 28 - Thu, Apr 16

10:00 pm - 6:36 pm

JNB

MDW

28h 36m2 stops

9:33 am - 7:00 pm

MDW

JNB

25h 27m2 stops

$1,005Delta

Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 31

6:00 pm - 4:53 pm

JNB

MDW

29h 53m2 stops

5:25 pm - 7:40 pm

MDW

JNB

19h 15m1 stop

$1,013Delta

Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, Apr 13

11:15 pm - 2:15 pm

CPT

ORD

22h 00m1 stop

4:50 pm - 9:25 pm

ORD

CPT

21h 35m1 stop

$1,075KLM

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 27

11:15 am - 1:50 pm

DUR

ORD

34h 35m2 stops

6:35 pm - 10:40 am

ORD

DUR

56h 05m2 stops

$1,203British Airways

Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 16

11:15 pm - 6:05 pm

CPT

MDW

25h 50m2 stops

1:00 pm - 9:25 pm

MDW

CPT

25h 25m2 stops

$1,260KLM

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 27

6:55 pm - 6:45 pm

CPT

ORD

31h 50m1 stop

9:45 pm - 2:35 pm

ORD

CPT

32h 50m2 stops

$1,260British Airways

Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17

KLM flights from South Africa to Chicago

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KLM

Mar 9

JNB11:59 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 38m

2 stops

ORD8:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 21

ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 45m

2 stops

JNB10:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,012

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KLM

Dec 27

JNB11:59 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

22h 21m

1 stop

ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 23

ORD12:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 35m

2 stops

JNB10:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,025

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Dec 26

JNB11:59 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 37m

2 stops

ORD8:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 22

ORD1:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 07m

2 stops

JNB10:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,035

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Kenya Airways flights from South Africa to Chicago

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Kenya Airways

Mar 24

JNB5:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

38h 32m

2 stops

ORD12:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 15

ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

33h 45m

2 stops

JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,070

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Kenya Airways

May 6

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

34h 06m

3 stops

ORD5:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 27

ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

47h 15m

3 stops

CPT1:45 pmCape Town Intl

$1,288

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Dec 13

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 43m

2 stops

ORD12:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 10

ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

33h 25m

2 stops

JNB12:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,300

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JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/24

7:10 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

8:10 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 25m

$865

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/26

7:10 pm-11:05 am

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

11:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop40h 10m

$887

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/28

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$901

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/28

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$922

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/24

10:00 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops28h 36m

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/31

9:33 am-7:00 pm

2 stops25h 27m

$1,005

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/30

6:00 pm-4:53 pm

2 stops29h 53m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/13

5:25 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$1,013

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/6

11:15 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/27

4:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$1,075

DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 2/12

11:15 am-1:50 pm

2 stops34h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

6:35 pm-10:40 am

2 stops56h 05m

$1,203

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/6

11:15 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/27

1:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$1,260

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/13

6:55 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

9:45 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops32h 50m

$1,260

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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 $958. 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 $997.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $994. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to Chicago for around $1,155.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the morning. Flights from South Africa to Chicago during this time can be as low as $1,005. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $1,099.

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 $1,077 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 $978 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	20h 47m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Chicago takes 20h 47m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Chicago?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Chicago?
The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to Chicago is 6 as of December 2025.
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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $843	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 902 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $846	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,331 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $866	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,090 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $916	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,094 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $965	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $999	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,432 reviews	Search KLM flights

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