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 36m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 23h 50m on average. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Chicago.

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

Qatar Airways, 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 Ethiopian Air 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 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 7 as of July 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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9:50 am - 8:45 amJNB-ORD

29h 55m1 stop

1:55 pm - 8:20 amORD-JNB

35h 25m1 stop

$814Etihad Airways

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dom., sep. 14 - dom., sep. 21

9:20 pm - 4:43 pmJNB-ORD

26h 23m2 stops

12:55 pm - 5:45 pmORD-JNB

21h 50m2 stops

$817United Airlines

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lun., sep. 15 - vie., sep. 26

6:40 am - 2:10 pmCPT-ORD

39h 30m2 stops

7:15 am - 10:05 pmORD-CPT

30h 50m2 stops

$842

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jue., nov. 13 - dom., nov. 30

7:50 pm - 4:20 pmCPT-ORD

28h 30m1 stop

7:15 am - 10:05 pmORD-CPT

30h 50m2 stops

$888

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jue., nov. 13 - dom., nov. 30

10:00 pm - 5:55 pmJNB-ORD

27h 55m2 stops

4:28 pm - 7:35 amORD-JNB

31h 07m2 stops

$988British Airways

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jue., nov. 13 - jue., dic. 4

7:35 pm - 2:00 pmJNB-ORD

26h 25m2 stops

4:28 pm - 7:35 amORD-JNB

31h 07m2 stops

$991British Airways

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jue., nov. 13 - jue., dic. 4

9:55 pm - 6:35 pmJNB-MDW

27h 40m2 stops

1:43 pm - 7:40 pmMDW-JNB

22h 57m2 stops

$1,002Delta

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lun., sep. 15 - vie., sep. 26

11:15 pm - 2:40 pmCPT-ORD

22h 25m1 stop

4:15 pm - 9:10 pmORD-CPT

21h 55m1 stop

$1,007KLM

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dom., sep. 14 - dom., sep. 21

8:05 pm - 6:35 pmCPT-MDW

29h 30m2 stops

9:29 am - 9:10 pmMDW-CPT

28h 41m2 stops

$1,011Delta

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dom., sep. 14 - dom., sep. 21

11:15 pm - 5:45 pmJNB-ORD

25h 30m2 stops

4:15 pm - 9:20 pmORD-JNB

22h 05m1 stop

$1,011KLM

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Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Chicago

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

Turkish Airlines

Nov 13

JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 15m

1 stop

ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Dec 4

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 30m

1 stop

JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$914

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 13

CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl

33h 10m

1 stop

ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 30

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 30m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

$981

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Turkish Airlines

Sep 17

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 22

ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

33h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

$1,035

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Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Chicago

Our best Qatar Airways deals on South Africa to Chicago flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Sep 30

CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

33h 05m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 7

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 30m

1 stop

CPT10:50 amCape Town Intl

$1,091

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Qatar Airways

Aug 31

DUR12:05 pmDurban King Shaka Intl

34h 00m

2 stops

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 15

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 15m

2 stops

DUR10:35 amDurban King Shaka Intl

$1,205

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/14

9:50 am-8:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 9/21

1:55 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 25m

$814

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 9/15

9:20 pm-4:43 pm

2 stops26h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 9/26

12:55 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$817

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

jue. 11/13

6:40 am-2:10 pm

2 stops39h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/30

7:15 am-10:05 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$842

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

jue. 11/13

7:50 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/30

7:15 am-10:05 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$888

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 11/13

10:00 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/4

4:28 pm-7:35 am

2 stops31h 07m

$988

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 11/13

7:35 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/4

4:28 pm-7:35 am

2 stops31h 07m

$991

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 9/15

9:55 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Chicago Midway

vie. 9/26

1:43 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 57m

$1,002

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

dom. 9/14

11:15 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 9/21

4:15 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$1,007

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

dom. 9/14

8:05 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops29h 30m

Chicago Midway

dom. 9/21

9:29 am-9:10 pm

2 stops28h 41m

$1,011

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 9/15

11:15 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 9/26

4:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,011

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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 $971. 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 $1,014.

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 $1,150 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 $1,005 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Chicago flight.

Cheap South Africa to Chicago flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from South Africa to Chicago

Best Price Found	$572
Fastest flight time	19h 48m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chicago	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from South Africa in the past 72 hours is $572. The best round-trip flight deal from South Africa to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $814.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Chicago takes 19h 48m

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

There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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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 7 as of July 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
British Airways	PriceFrom $665	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $820	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 803 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $866	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,933 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $889	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,230 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $954	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $955	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $978	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights

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