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

Turkish Airlines, JetBlue, 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 25h 53m 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 27h 20m.

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 July 2026, there is 1 operator 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.

$602 Cheap Flights from South Africa to Illinois in 2026

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8:05 pm - 11:57 pm

CPT

ORD

34h 52m

1 stop

6:25 pm - 5:50 pm

ORD

CPT

40h 25m

1 stop

$967Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Aug 2 - Wed, Aug 12

8:05 pm - 10:36 pm

CPT

MDW

33h 31m

1 stop

12:46 pm - 5:50 pm

MDW

CPT

22h 04m

1 stop

$968Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 24

8:05 pm - 12:39 pm

CPT

MDW

23h 34m

2 stops

1:25 pm - 5:50 pm

MDW

CPT

21h 25m

2 stops

$971Delta

Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 24

11:00 pm - 2:15 pm

CPT

ORD

22h 15m

1 stop

4:20 pm - 9:25 pm

ORD

CPT

22h 05m

1 stop

$993KLM

Mon, Aug 3 - Tue, Aug 25

10:00 pm - 2:32 pm

JNB

ORD

23h 32m

2 stops

12:40 pm - 6:30 pm

ORD

JNB

22h 50m

2 stops

$999United Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 13

7:50 pm - 3:16 pm

CPT

ORD

26h 26m

2 stops

3:55 pm - 5:10 pm

ORD

CPT

18h 15m

1 stop

$999United Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 9

7:40 am - 2:15 pm

CPT

ORD

37h 35m

1 stop

11:10 am - 10:40 pm

ORD

CPT

27h 30m

2 stops

$1,008KLM

Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Jan 24

7:00 am - 4:20 pm

CPT

MDW

40h 20m

2 stops

5:25 pm - 12:05 pm

MDW

CPT

34h 40m

2 stops

$1,010Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Jan 24

3:20 pm - 6:59 pm

CPT

ORD

34h 39m

2 stops

1:30 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

CPT

38h 35m

2 stops

$1,010Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Jan 24

8:05 pm - 10:36 pm

CPT

MDW

33h 31m

1 stop

9:59 am - 9:25 pm

MDW

CPT

28h 26m

2 stops

$1,032Delta

Sun, Aug 2 - Wed, Aug 12

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Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Illinois

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 16

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 15m

1 stop

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 30

ORD9:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

42h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,023

Turkish Airlines

Oct 1

JNB5:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 20m

1 stop

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 6

ORD8:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,026

Turkish Airlines

Oct 16

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

22h 40m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 30

ORD9:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB11:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,046

United Airlines flights from South Africa to Illinois

Our best United Airlines deals on South Africa to Illinois flight tickets

United Airlines

Aug 27

CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl

26h 26m

2 stops

ORD3:16 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 9

ORD3:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 15m

1 stop

CPT5:10 pmCape Town Intl

$999

United Airlines

Oct 1

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

23h 26m

2 stops

ORD2:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 13

ORD12:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 35m

2 stops

JNB6:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,002

United Airlines

Aug 1

CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl

25h 53m

1 stop

ORD2:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 15

ORD10:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 20m

2 stops

CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl

$1,004

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Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

8:05 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop34h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/12

6:25 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop40h 25m

$967

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/18

8:05 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop33h 31m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/24

12:46 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop22h 04m

$968

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/18

8:05 pm-12:39 pm

2 stops23h 34m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/24

1:25 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops21h 25m

$971

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Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/3

11:00 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/25

4:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$993

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/1

10:00 pm-2:32 pm

2 stops23h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/13

12:40 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$999

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/27

7:50 pm-3:16 pm

2 stops26h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

3:55 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$999

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/14

7:40 am-2:15 pm

1 stop37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/24

11:10 am-10:40 pm

2 stops27h 30m

$1,008

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/14

7:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops40h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/24

5:25 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops34h 40m

$1,010

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/14

3:20 pm-6:59 pm

2 stops34h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/24

1:30 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$1,010

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

8:05 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop33h 31m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/12

9:59 am-9:25 pm

2 stops28h 26m

$1,032

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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 $965, 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 November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $974.

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa 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 $1,185 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 $935 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 62% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Illinois flight.

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Fastest flight time	25h 53m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Illinois takes 25h 53m

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 July 2026, there is 1 operator 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $916	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,007 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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