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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 $974. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Chicago during October average around $996.
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 20 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $1,148 when searching 20 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 $951 on momondo.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Chicago?
Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Chicago
What airlines fly to Chicago?
United Airlines, Delta and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from South Africa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% 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.
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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 April 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
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from South Africa to Chicago with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $723 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 6,837 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $826 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 769 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $838 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 3,790 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $936 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 1,334 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $947 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,934 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,018 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,696 reviews |
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to Chicago?
To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Chicago from South Africa.
Can I find flights from South Africa to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Chicago from South Africa which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to Chicago?
Once all potential South Africa to Chicago flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.
I’m not ready to book a flight from South Africa to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Chicago from South Africa. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.