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

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Virgin Atlantic are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Illinois

How long is the flight from South Africa to Illinois?

The flight from South Africa to Illinois depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Cape Town (a popular airport in South Africa) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 24h 05m on average. If you fly from Johannesburg (another popular airport in South Africa) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 24h 25m.

What airlines fly to Illinois?

United Airlines, KLM and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from South Africa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Illinois 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 Illinois?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Illinois refresh daily.

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

As of April 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Illinois.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Illinois?

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 South Africa to Illinois.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Illinois may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9:50 am - 8:35 am

JNB

ORD

29h 45m

1 stop

9:10 pm - 8:20 am

ORD

JNB

28h 10m

1 stop

$926Etihad Airways

Wed, Jun 24 - Fri, Jul 24

6:00 pm - 9:40 am

JNB

ORD

22h 40m

1 stop

8:20 pm - 10:50 am

ORD

JNB

30h 30m

1 stop

$954Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Feb 3

12:40 pm - 4:50 pm

JNB

ORD

35h 10m

1 stop

7:20 pm - 9:00 am

ORD

JNB

30h 40m

1 stop

$1,043Qatar Airways

Thu, May 28 - Thu, Aug 20

7:50 pm - 4:50 pm

JNB

ORD

28h 00m

1 stop

7:20 pm - 3:20 pm

ORD

JNB

37h 00m

1 stop

$1,063Qatar Airways

Mon, May 18 - Sun, Jul 26

5:00 pm - 12:41 pm

JNB

ORD

26h 41m

2 stops

6:00 am - 3:50 pm

ORD

JNB

25h 50m

2 stops

$1,074Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3

2:25 pm - 5:49 pm

CPT

ORD

34h 24m

3 stops

6:00 am - 10:10 pm

ORD

CPT

33h 10m

2 stops

$1,200Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 12

8:05 pm - 11:37 pm

CPT

STL

34h 32m

1 stop

6:00 am - 5:50 pm

STL

CPT

28h 50m

1 stop

$1,322Delta

Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 19

8:05 pm - 2:38 pm

CPT

STL

25h 33m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 5:50 pm

STL

CPT

21h 20m

1 stop

$1,331Delta

Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 19

11:15 pm - 5:56 pm

JNB

MDW

25h 41m

2 stops

1:16 pm - 9:20 pm

MDW

JNB

25h 04m

2 stops

$1,439KLM

Sun, May 31 - Sun, Jun 7

11:15 pm - 5:56 pm

JNB

MDW

25h 41m

2 stops

1:22 pm - 9:20 pm

MDW

JNB

24h 58m

2 stops

$1,502KLM

Mon, May 18 - Tue, May 26

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Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Illinois

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Turkish Airlines

Sep 9

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

22h 40m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 3

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 30m

1 stop

JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$954

Turkish Airlines

Jun 16

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 19

ORD11:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

41h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

$1,150

Turkish Airlines

Apr 26

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

May 11

ORD8:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

$1,658

Emirates flights from South Africa to Illinois

Our best Emirates deals on South Africa to Illinois flight tickets

Emirates

May 29

DUR6:40 pmDurban King Shaka Intl

28h 05m

1 stop

ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 5

ORD8:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 00m

1 stop

DUR4:35 pmDurban King Shaka Intl

$1,243

Emirates

Apr 20

JNB10:05 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 40m

1 stop

ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 27

ORD8:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 55m

1 stop

JNB5:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,418

Emirates

Sep 10

DUR6:40 pmDurban King Shaka Intl

28h 05m

1 stop

ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 14

ORD8:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 00m

1 stop

DUR4:35 pmDurban King Shaka Intl

$1,426

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JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/24

9:50 am-8:35 am

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/24

9:10 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 10m

$926

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

6:00 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/3

8:20 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 30m

$954

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/28

12:40 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop35h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/20

7:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop30h 40m

$1,043

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/18

7:50 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop28h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/26

7:20 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop37h 00m

$1,063

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

5:00 pm-12:41 pm

2 stops26h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

6:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$1,074

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/6

2:25 pm-5:49 pm

3 stops34h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,200

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/11

8:05 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop34h 32m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/19

6:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$1,322

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Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/13

8:05 pm-2:38 pm

1 stop25h 33m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/19

1:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$1,331

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/31

11:15 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops25h 41m

Chicago Midway

Sun 6/7

1:16 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops25h 04m

$1,439

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/18

11:15 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops25h 41m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/26

1:22 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 58m

$1,502

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $896, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Illinois during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $989.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $1,111 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from South Africa for as low as $927 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Illinois flight.

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Fastest flight time	24h 05m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Illinois takes 24h 05m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Illinois

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Illinois?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Illinois refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Illinois?
As of April 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Illinois.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Illinois?
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 South Africa to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Illinois may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Illinois

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from South Africa to Illinois with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $883	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,306 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $916	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,604 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $999	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,502 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,005	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,421 reviews	Search Delta flights

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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Illinois from South Africa with this policy.

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