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$645+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to South Africa

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CHI — JNB
Dec 24 — Dec 311
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Tue 12/31
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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 December 19, 2024.

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$883
(oojo)

One-way from

$645
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

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.
Sat 12/284:25 pmORD - JNB
1 stop21h 35mKLM
Sun 1/1911:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/18$1,512
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.
Sat 12/281:50 pmORD - JNB
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/207:40 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,516
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/288:35 pmORD - JNB
2 stops50h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 1/205:40 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops28h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,523
This Aeromexico 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3012:10 pmMDW - JNB
2 stops37h 15mAir France
Fri 1/177:40 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops34h 40mAir France
Deal found 12/18$1,727
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3012:10 pmMDW - JNB
1 stop22h 50mDelta
Fri 1/1711:55 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops30h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/18$1,758
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:55 pmORD - CPT
2 stops38h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/128:50 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop20h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,787
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/249:10 pmORD - JNB
2 stops28h 20mLufthansa
Sun 1/197:35 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop25h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 12/18$1,815
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2210:00 pmORD - CPT
1 stop30h 10mIberia
Sat 1/256:45 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop27h 10mIberia
Deal found 12/19$1,853
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2210:00 pmORD - CPT
1 stop30h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/258:55 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops28h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$1,936
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/229:40 pmORD - JNB
2 stops36h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/317:35 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,968
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/248:25 pmORD - DUR
2 stops60h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/197:10 pmDUR - ORD
2 stops51h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,989
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Sat 12/287:05 pmORD - CPT
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 1/106:50 amCPT - ORD
2 stops39h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/18$2,084

Find flights from Chicago to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to South Africa 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 19, 2024.

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/31

11:55 am-10:50 am

1 stop38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/28

7:05 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$883

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/2

7:05 am-10:55 am

2 stops43h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/8

1:15 am-9:55 am

2 stops40h 40m

$896

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/1

7:05 am-12:15 am

2 stops33h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/8

8:40 am-9:55 am

2 stops33h 15m

$900

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/26

10:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/3

2:30 pm-8:05 am

2 stops24h 35m

$905

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

1:10 pm-8:35 am

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

10:00 am-8:25 am

1 stop30h 25m

$1,036

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/17

6:35 pm-10:20 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/23

9:15 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$1,054

ChicagoPort Elizabeth

ORD - PLZ

ORDPLZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/1

11:55 am-7:00 pm

2 stops47h 05m

Port Elizabeth

Sat 2/8

8:35 am-10:10 am

2 stops33h 35m

$1,088

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/28

12:15 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/15

11:55 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,112

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/20

2:08 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops23h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/4

11:55 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops25h 52m

$1,122

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/14

5:00 pm-10:20 am

1 stop33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/21

7:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$1,123

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to South Africa

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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 December 19, 2024.

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 December 19, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown RwandAir, KLM and Air France 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to South Africa. 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 Chicago to South Africa one-way?

    $645 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from $651 and $739, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Chicago to South Africa consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cape Town Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sun City Resort Pilansberg as they are the most popular.

  • 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.

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

    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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$758Average$1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$764Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$790Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$807Average$1,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$844Average$1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$855Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$883Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
British AirwaysCheapest$944Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$1,109Average$2,487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,175Average$1,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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