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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chicago from $545

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9:50 am - 8:45 amJNB-ORD
29h 55m1 stop
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1:55 pm - 8:20 amORD-JNB
35h 25m1 stop
$827Etihad Airways
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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 8:45 amJNB-ORD
29h 55m1 stop
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2:10 pm - 8:20 amORD-JNB
35h 10m1 stop
$847Etihad Airways
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Fri, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 7:40 amCPT-ORD
25h 50m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 am - 2:35 pmORD-CPT
20h 50m1 stop
$859Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 7:25 pmJNB-ORD
31h 20m1 stop
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11:50 am - 10:50 amORD-JNB
39h 00m1 stop
$861Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 6:25 pmJNB-ORD
31h 15m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 10:50 amORD-JNB
39h 00m1 stop
$894Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Thu, Dec 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 7:40 amCPT-ORD
25h 50m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 am - 2:35 pmORD-CPT
20h 50m1 stop
$899Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Nov 13 - Wed, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 10:45 amCPT-ORD
21h 55m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 6:00 pmORD-CPT
17h 40m1 stop
$934United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 1:10 pmJNB-ORD
25h 25m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 6:35 pmORD-JNB
19h 00m1 stop
$952United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 17
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 9:27 pmCPT-ORD
32h 37m2 stops
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5:32 am - 7:15 pmORD-CPT
29h 43m1 stop
$1,008Delta
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Fri, Nov 14 - Thu, Dec 4
Delta Logo
10:00 pm - 9:39 pmJNB-ORD
30h 39m2 stops
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4:25 pm - 10:05 pmORD-JNB
21h 40m1 stop
$1,018Delta
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Fri, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 26

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Etihad Airways deals on South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Etihad Airways
Oct 15
JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 55m
1 stop
ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 22
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
35h 25m
1 stop
JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$827
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Etihad Airways
Oct 17
JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 55m
1 stop
ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 27
ORD2:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
35h 10m
1 stop
JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$847
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Etihad Airways
Dec 23
JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 05m
1 stop
ORD7:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 15
ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
35h 10m
1 stop
JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$870
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Air Canada flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Air Canada deals on South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Air Canada
Dec 23
JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
52h 55m
2 stops
ORD4:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 18
ORD9:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
53h 15m
2 stops
JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$957
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Air Canada
Dec 23
JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
34h 20m
2 stops
ORD10:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 17
ORD11:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
38h 15m
2 stops
JNB9:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$983
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Air Canada
Dec 23
JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
48h 20m
2 stops
ORD12:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 15
ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
58h 55m
2 stops
JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,005
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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
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Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

9:50 am-8:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

1:55 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 25m

$827

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/17

9:50 am-8:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/27

2:10 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 10m

$847

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/18

1:50 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

9:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$859

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/31

7:05 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

11:50 am-10:50 am

1 stop39h 00m

$861

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/13

7:10 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

11:50 am-10:50 am

1 stop39h 00m

$894

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/13

1:50 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

9:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$899

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/17

8:50 pm-10:45 am

1 stop21h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

4:20 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$934

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/24

7:45 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

3:35 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$952

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/14

8:50 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops32h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

5:32 am-7:15 pm

1 stop29h 43m

$1,008

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/31

10:00 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops30h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/26

4:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$1,018

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around $990.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $971. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from South Africa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,263.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from South Africa at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $971 when looking at flights departing at noon. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,091. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for around $1,122 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from South Africa for as low as $980 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $820Free CancellationRating
7.2
862 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $866Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,965 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $889Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,251 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $955Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,961 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $955Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,926 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $978Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,386 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $985Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,367 reviews
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