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

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JNB — ORD
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$942
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$578
(oojo)
From South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl
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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 December 18, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/2310:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops28h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/308:57 amORD - JNB
2 stops25h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,060
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/2311:55 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops29h 22mDelta
Mon 12/307:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops31h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,117
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2211:55 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops47h 10mAir France
Mon 12/304:25 pmORD - JNB
2 stops33h 00mAir France
Deal found 12/17$1,176
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/268:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops33h 06mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/27:46 amORD - CPT
2 stops39h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,303
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/308:40 amJNB - ORD
2 stops36h 22mKenya Airways
Fri 1/38:15 amORD - JNB
2 stops39h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,486
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/262:25 pmCPT - ORD
3 stops35h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/21:25 pmORD - CPT
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,547
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/262:25 pmCPT - ORD
3 stops35h 13mKenya Airways
Thu 1/21:25 pmORD - CPT
3 stops64h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,877
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3011:55 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops32h 01mKLM
Fri 1/34:25 pmORD - JNB
1 stop21h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/18$2,067
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/221:40 amJNB - ORD
2 stops51h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/306:20 pmORD - JNB
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,084
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2210:30 amJNB - ORD
3 stops29h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/309:45 amORD - JNB
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/17$2,386

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

8:50 pm-5:01 pm

2 stops28h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

9:05 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$942

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/23

7:40 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/30

1:40 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$957

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/7

9:15 pm-1:28 pm

2 stops24h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/23

6:35 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop40h 25m

$957

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/23

7:35 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops32h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/30

3:15 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$959

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/31

11:55 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop24h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/7

5:50 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops43h 45m

$961

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

5:15 pm-10:10 am

1 stop24h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

8:30 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$1,015

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

1:15 am-1:23 pm

2 stops44h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/30

7:05 am-3:50 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$1,183

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

11:00 pm-1:23 pm

2 stops46h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

7:05 am-1:35 pm

3 stops46h 30m

$1,185

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/7

2:30 pm-12:37 pm

3 stops30h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/23

6:30 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops43h 10m

$1,237

HoedspruitChicago

HDS - ORD

HDSORD

Hoedspruit

Mon 1/13

2:20 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops55h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

7:05 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops34h 40m

$1,389

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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 December 18, 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 December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air 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
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from $705 and Kenya Airways from $788 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Hoedspruit - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Cape Town 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 4 airlines flying from South Africa to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 4 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$723Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$821Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$909Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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