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$488+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Chicago (CHI)

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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Nov 19 — Nov 261
1 adult
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to Chicago (CHI). 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 November 14, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 14, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/237:35 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops26h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/302:30 pmORD - JNB
1 stop20h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$993
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/239:15 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops28h 02mBritish Airways
Mon 12/3010:00 pmORD - JNB
1 stop25h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/12$1,038
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/237:40 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops34h 26mDelta
Mon 12/309:30 amMDW - JNB
2 stops25h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/13$1,076
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 11/2411:55 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops28h 30mDelta
Tue 12/1010:10 amORD - JNB
2 stops27h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/12$1,079
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Sun 12/17:40 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/84:25 pmORD - JNB
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,107
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Tue 12/248:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/99:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/13$1,175
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sat 11/231:15 amJNB - ORD
2 stops40h 49mKenya Airways
Tue 12/107:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops33h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/12$1,205
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Sun 12/110:10 amJNB - ORD
1 stop40h 15mLufthansa
Sun 12/89:25 pmORD - JNB
2 stops28h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 11/13$1,457
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sun 12/223:10 amJNB - ORD
2 stops43h 20mRwandAir
Mon 12/307:05 pmORD - JNB
2 stops47h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 11/13$1,529
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Tue 12/107:40 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops29h 21mAir France
Sat 12/289:30 amMDW - JNB
2 stops39h 55mAir France
Deal found 11/13$1,537
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Sun 12/17:40 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops29h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/89:30 amMDW - JNB
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,742
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Tue 12/1011:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Mon 12/234:25 pmORD - JNB
1 stop21h 35mKLM
Deal found 11/13$1,765

Find flights from South Africa to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Chicago 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 2,728,912 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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DurbanChicago

DUR - ORD

DURORD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 1/26

4:05 pm-10:10 am

2 stops26h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/8

8:30 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops33h 00m

$881

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/14

11:55 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/1

11:30 am-10:00 pm

2 stops26h 30m

$966

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/19

5:15 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/24

7:30 am-12:15 am

2 stops32h 45m

$973

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/7

9:15 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop32h 34m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/24

1:05 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$973

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/7

9:15 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop29h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/24

9:45 am-9:30 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$973

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/23

7:35 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/30

2:30 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$993

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/18

1:15 am-10:11 am

2 stops40h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/24

7:30 am-4:00 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$1,000

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/7

5:15 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop33h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/25

9:30 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$1,013

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/7

11:20 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/25

2:00 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$1,026

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/23

9:15 pm-5:17 pm

2 stops28h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/30

10:00 pm-7:30 am

1 stop25h 30m

$1,038

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Chicago

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Chicago?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from South Africa to Chicago 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Chicago as you normally would.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago 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 when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated November 14, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Chicago, such as KLM, Delta and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,504 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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
3,504 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,504 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,332 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,504 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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
8,787 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,504 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,346 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,504 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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
1,640 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,504 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Chicago are Qatar Airways ($554), Turkish Airlines ($588), and Ethiopian Air ($707).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Chicago?

    The most popular route from South Africa to Chicago is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago Midway or Cape Town Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Chicago 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?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from South Africa to Chicago 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 Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Chicago. 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 2,728,912 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$723Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$821Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$909Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$929Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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