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$561+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois

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JNB — ORD
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Tue 3/4
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$873
(oojo)

One-way from

$561
(Turkish Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$974
From South Africa to Illinois
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 3/181:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 3/2210:15 amORD - CPT
1 stop21h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/20$873
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 3/292:35 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 4/1610:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/20$949
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/2611:00 pmCPT - MDW
2 stops26h 30mDelta
Mon 10/133:40 pmMDW - CPT
1 stop19h 10mDelta
Deal found 2/20$970
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/295:50 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 5/47:50 pmORD - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$983
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/227:25 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/25:55 pmORD - JNB
1 stop30h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$991
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 6/227:25 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops27h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 7/26:25 pmORD - JNB
2 stops32h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$996
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/2611:00 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Mon 10/137:10 amORD - CPT
1 stop27h 40mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,013
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/68:40 amCPT - ORD
1 stop38h 15mSWISS
Sun 4/136:35 pmORD - CPT
1 stop32h 25mSWISS
Deal found 2/20$1,045
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 6/18:00 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop25h 33mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/131:45 pmORD - CPT
2 stops39h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,066
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 3/215:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops35h 26mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/47:35 amORD - JNB
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,082
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 4/261:15 amJNB - ORD
2 stops42h 55mKenya Airways
Sat 5/37:20 amORD - JNB
2 stops25h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,083
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 2/217:40 pmJNB - STL
2 stops35h 56mDelta
Wed 12/32:18 pmSTL - JNB
2 stops34h 57mDelta
Deal found 2/19$1,099

Find flights from South Africa to Illinois within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Illinois 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 February 20, 2025.

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South Africa

Fly to

Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/18

1:50 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/22

10:15 am-2:30 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$873

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/29

2:35 pm-8:05 am

2 stops24h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/16

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$949

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/26

11:00 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/13

3:40 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$970

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/29

5:50 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

7:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 45m

$983

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/22

7:25 pm-11:55 am

1 stop23h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/2

5:55 pm-7:00 am

1 stop30h 05m

$991

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/22

7:25 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/2

6:25 pm-9:25 am

2 stops32h 00m

$996

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/26

11:00 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/13

7:10 am-5:50 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$1,013

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/6

8:40 am-3:55 pm

1 stop38h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/13

6:35 pm-10:00 am

1 stop32h 25m

$1,045

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/1

8:00 pm-2:33 pm

1 stop25h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/13

1:45 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops39h 55m

$1,066

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/21

5:00 pm-9:26 pm

2 stops35h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/4

7:35 am-3:50 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$1,082

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Illinois

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

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

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta from South Africa to Illinois have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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 Illinois one-way?

    $561 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from $586 and $681, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Illinois

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Illinois. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$723Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$821Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$911Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,020Average$1,368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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