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$578+ Cheap flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Nov 8 — Nov 151
Fri 11/8
Fri 11/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1010:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops24h 13mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/281:21 pmORD - JNB
2 stops21h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$966
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/310:10 amJNB - ORD
1 stop36h 00mLufthansa
Tue 12/106:00 pmORD - JNB
1 stop29h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 11/2$1,062
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/237:45 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop31h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 12/308:39 pmORD - JNB
2 stops50h 51mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/2$1,070
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/21:15 amJNB - ORD
2 stops40h 49mKenya Airways
Tue 12/107:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops40h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/2$1,082
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/227:40 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop27h 25mDelta
Mon 12/3010:00 amORD - JNB
1 stop25h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/2$1,085
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/267:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 1/711:55 amORD - JNB
1 stop38h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,111
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/245:15 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/67:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,183
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/231:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/289:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop43h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/3$1,264
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/248:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Sat 1/49:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/2$1,290
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/227:40 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop27h 25mAir France
Sun 1/55:20 pmORD - JNB
1 stop31h 55mAir France
Deal found 11/2$1,543
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/235:15 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/288:20 pmORD - CPT
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,710
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/238:30 amCPT - ORD
2 stops36h 40mDelta
Thu 11/2810:25 amORD - CPT
2 stops27h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/3$1,760

Find flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl 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, Cheapflights users made 2,462,897 searches. Data last updated November 3, 2024.

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/23

1:35 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop32h 50m

$578

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/25

5:15 pm-11:10 am

1 stop24h 55m

$613

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/3

2:35 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 05m

$709

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/22

1:15 am-5:40 pm

2 stops47h 25m

$788

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/20

8:00 pm-10:43 pm

3 stops34h 43m

$845

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/15

11:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,006

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

7:35 pm-4:41 pm

2 stops29h 06m

$1,208

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

10:20 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,333

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

5:55 pm-9:50 am

1 stop22h 55m

$702

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/25

1:50 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 50m

$710

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $232). Flying from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 3, 2024.

When flying from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated November 3, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Kenya Airways, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines from South Africa to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,541 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,541 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,541 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,541 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,646 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,541 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Virgin Atlantic
7.6
Good
666 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,541 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,891 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,541 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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  • Can I find flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Lufthansa for just $1,062, but on average you can expect to pay $1,869.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for under $1,000?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $578 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $613 and Ethiopian Air from $709 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Durban King Shaka Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What does JNB to ORD mean?

    This is defined as Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Codes like Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to O'Hare Intl flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to O'Hare Intl flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to O'Hare Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to O'Hare Intl offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to O'Hare Intl flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/3.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $232). Flying from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from South Africa to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,462,897 searches. Data last updated November 3, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$723Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$821Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$909Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$929Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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