What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl

What airlines fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Delta, United Airlines and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

On average, it takes 20h 36m to fly from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport if you fly out of Cape Town (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport). If you’re flying out of Johannesburg and into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 23h 50m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

As of July 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

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.

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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

1:50 pm - 8:15 amCPT-ORD

25h 25m2 stops

10:15 am - 2:35 pmORD-CPT

21h 20m1 stop

$887Ethiopian Air

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jue., sep. 18 - lun., sep. 22

7:10 pm - 6:25 pmJNB-ORD

31h 15m1 stop

8:20 pm - 10:50 amORD-JNB

30h 30m1 stop

$914Turkish Airlines

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

8:20 am - 7:40 amJNB-ORD

31h 20m2 stops

9:45 am - 8:10 pmORD-JNB

26h 25m1 stop

$917Ethiopian Air

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jue., nov. 6 - lun., nov. 10

5:15 pm - 6:25 pmCPT-ORD

33h 10m1 stop

8:20 pm - 11:50 amORD-CPT

31h 30m1 stop

$981Turkish Airlines

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

11:15 pm - 2:40 pmCPT-ORD

22h 25m1 stop

4:15 pm - 9:10 pmORD-CPT

21h 55m1 stop

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

8:05 pm - 11:54 pmCPT-ORD

34h 49m1 stop

10:15 am - 9:10 pmORD-CPT

27h 55m2 stops

$1,011Delta

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11:15 pm - 5:45 pmJNB-ORD

25h 30m2 stops

4:15 pm - 9:20 pmORD-JNB

22h 05m1 stop

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9:55 pm - 4:31 pmJNB-ORD

25h 36m1 stop

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22h 05m1 stop

$1,019Delta

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Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport

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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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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

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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. 9/18

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/22

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$887

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 11/13

7:10 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/4

8:20 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 30m

$914

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 11/6

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 11/10

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$917

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

jue. 11/13

5:15 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/30

8:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

$981

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 - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

dom. 9/14

8:05 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop34h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 9/21

10:15 am-9:10 pm

2 stops27h 55m

$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

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 9/15

9:55 pm-4:31 pm

1 stop25h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 9/26

4:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,019

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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 $993.

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 $1,150 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 $1,005 on momondo.

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

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Best Price Found	$572
Fastest flight time	19h 48m
Direct flights	None

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

The fastest flight from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 19h 48m

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
As of July 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.
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.

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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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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 $993.

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

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

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

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

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

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl

What airlines fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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