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$974+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

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 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — PLZ
feb. 4 — feb. 111
mar. 2/4
mar. 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ). 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 enero 30, 2025.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Port Elizabeth. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 30, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/167:50 pmORD - PLZ
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
dom. 3/238:00 amPLZ - ORD
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,253
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
vie. 5/165:35 pmORD - PLZ
2 stops41h 45mBritish Airways
lun. 5/263:45 pmPLZ - ORD
2 stops29h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/29$1,726
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
dom. 3/166:50 pmORD - PLZ
3 stops37h 15mSWISS
dom. 3/233:45 pmPLZ - ORD
3 stops30h 20mSWISS
Deal found 1/29$2,633

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ChicagoPort Elizabeth

ORD - PLZ

ORDPLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 3/16

7:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops29h 10m

Port Elizabeth

dom. 3/23

8:00 am-3:30 pm

2 stops38h 30m

$1,253

ChicagoPort Elizabeth

ORD - PLZ

ORDPLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 5/16

5:35 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops41h 45m

Port Elizabeth

lun. 5/26

3:45 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$1,825

ChicagoPort Elizabeth

ORD - PLZ

ORDPLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 3/16

6:50 pm-3:05 pm

3 stops37h 15m

Port Elizabeth

dom. 3/23

3:45 pm-3:05 pm

3 stops30h 20m

$2,633

ChicagoPort Elizabeth

ORD - PLZ

ORDPLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 5/16

10:15 am-5:40 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$974

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Deals found on 1/29

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Port Elizabeth

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Rainfall in Port Elizabeth by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Port Elizabeth ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Port Elizabeth when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Port Elizabeth by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Port Elizabeth, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Port Elizabeth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Port Elizabeth. 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 Port Elizabeth. Reviews last updated enero 30, 2025.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,795 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Port Elizabeth from Illinois?

    Most people fly into Port Elizabeth (PLZ) if they book a flight to Port Elizabeth from Illinois. Port Elizabeth is conveniently located just 1.7 mi from Port Elizabeth’s city center.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Port Elizabeth that include hotel bookings?

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Port Elizabeth?

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