South Africa

$618+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to South Africa

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to South Africa (ZA0). 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 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$839
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$618
(JetBlue)
From Chicago (CHI) to South Africa
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to South Africa
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This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/258:30 pmORD - JNB
1 stop30h 20mTurkish Airlines
mar. 3/47:10 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$839
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mar. 3/47:05 amORD - JNB
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
lun. 3/101:15 amJNB - ORD
2 stops47h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$901
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mar. 3/47:05 amORD - JNB
2 stops40h 35mKenya Airways
lun. 3/101:15 amJNB - ORD
2 stops47h 28mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/21$904
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mar. 3/48:27 pmORD - JNB
2 stops29h 53mAmerican Airlines
mar. 3/117:25 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop26h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$906
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
lun. 3/38:30 pmORD - CPT
1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines
lun. 3/105:15 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/21$956
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/48:30 pmORD - DUR
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/1112:00 pmDUR - ORD
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$970
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mié. 4/910:15 amORD - CPT
1 stop21h 15mEthiopian Air
jue. 4/171:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/20$971
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mié. 1/293:15 pmORD - CPT
1 stop18h 45mUnited Airlines
dom. 2/98:50 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$997
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mar. 1/289:45 pmORD - CPT
1 stop28h 35mBritish Airways
vie. 2/710:00 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop23h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,007
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mar. 2/46:35 pmORD - CPT
1 stop31h 45mAmerican Airlines
mar. 2/118:55 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop25h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,009
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mié. 2/199:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEthiopian Air
mié. 2/262:35 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/21$1,033
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 1/309:10 amORD - CPT
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 2/89:30 amCPT - ORD
1 stop40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,040

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 2/25

8:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 3/4

7:10 pm-10:10 am

1 stop23h 00m

$824

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/4

7:05 am-4:00 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 3/10

1:15 am-5:43 pm

2 stops47h 28m

$897

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/4

7:05 am-12:15 am

2 stops33h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 3/11

5:00 pm-5:43 pm

2 stops31h 43m

$901

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 3/3

8:30 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 3/10

5:15 pm-11:10 am

1 stop24h 55m

$956

ChicagoDurban

ORD - DUR

ORDDUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/4

8:30 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops36h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

mar. 3/11

12:00 pm-11:10 am

2 stops30h 10m

$970

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/9

10:15 am-2:30 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 4/17

1:50 pm-8:05 am

2 stops25h 15m

$971

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 2/2

4:08 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop17h 52m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 2/6

8:50 pm-9:40 am

1 stop20h 50m

$997

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 2/1

9:45 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 2/5

10:00 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$1,007

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 2/4

6:35 pm-10:20 am

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/11

8:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$1,009

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/6

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 4/19

2:30 pm-8:05 am

2 stops24h 35m

$1,039

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to South Africa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Chicago to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 CHI to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to South Africa, 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 South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated enero 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown British Airways, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines from Chicago to South Africa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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

    $618 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and RwandAir, with prices starting from $719 and $742, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Chicago to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 10 airlines flying from Chicago to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to South Africa. 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 enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$767Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$790Average$1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$871Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
American AirlinesCheapest$876Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$921Average$1,589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$937Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$944Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$996Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,175Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
SWISSCheapest$1,219Average$1,468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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