$578+ Cheap flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl (ORD)
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 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
May 6 — May 131
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to O'Hare Intl flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.
Round-trip from | $994 (British Airways) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $578 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,031 |
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to O'Hare IntlExplore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/137:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/48:20 pmORD - JNB
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$975
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 5/107:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops30h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/1110:43 amORD - CPT
1 stop21h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30![United Airlines logo]()
$990
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/98:05 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops27h 25mDelta
Thu 5/221:30 pmORD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Deal found 5/1![Delta logo]()
$992
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Tue 5/139:15 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops28h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 5/284:44 pmORD - JNB
2 stops33h 41mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1![British Airways logo]()
$994
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/219:15 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops27h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/2710:25 pmORD - JNB
1 stop25h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30![American Airlines logo]()
$995
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/119:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop41h 34mDelta
Wed 5/219:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops27h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/30![Delta logo]()
$998
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 6/107:35 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop27h 20mSWISS
Thu 6/266:05 pmORD - JNB
2 stops56h 15mSWISS
Deal found 4/30![SWISS logo]()
$1,000
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 6/211:00 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Sun 6/224:20 pmORD - CPT
1 stop21h 50mKLM
Deal found 4/30![KLM logo]()
$1,006
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:50 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/211:30 pmORD - JNB
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,020
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/138:40 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops28h 06mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 6/206:27 pmORD - JNB
2 stops32h 53mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/30![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,048
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Mon 7/214:35 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 7/297:50 pmORD - CPT
1 stop33h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,060
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Mon 7/216:55 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops28h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/298:15 pmORD - CPT
1 stop31h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1![American Airlines logo]()
$1,086
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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to O'Hare Intl 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.
Fly from
South Africa
Fly to
O'Hare Intl
Route
Depart
Return
Price
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 5/13
9:15 pm-7:00 pm
2 stops28h 45m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 5/28
4:44 pm-9:25 am
2 stops33h 41m
$994
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 5/21
9:15 pm-5:34 pm
2 stops27h 19m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 5/27
10:25 pm-7:00 am
1 stop25h 35m
$995
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Wed 10/1
11:15 pm-2:10 pm
1 stop21h 55m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 11/3
1:16 pm-7:15 pm
1 stop21h 59m
$997
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 5/11
9:55 pm-8:29 am
1 stop41h 34m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 5/19
9:00 am-7:40 pm
2 stops27h 40m
$998
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 6/10
7:35 pm-3:55 pm
1 stop27h 20m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 6/26
6:05 pm-9:20 am
2 stops56h 15m
$1,000
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Mon 6/2
11:00 pm-2:10 pm
1 stop22h 10m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 6/22
4:20 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop21h 50m
$1,006
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 5/13
6:50 pm-4:30 pm
2 stops28h 40m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 5/21
1:30 pm-9:20 pm
2 stops24h 50m
$1,020
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/13
8:40 pm-5:46 pm
2 stops28h 06m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 6/20
6:27 pm-10:20 am
2 stops32h 53m
$1,048
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Mon 7/21
4:35 pm-9:40 am
1 stop24h 05m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 7/29
7:50 pm-11:50 am
1 stop33h 00m
$1,060
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Mon 7/21
6:55 pm-3:57 pm
2 stops28h 02m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 7/29
8:15 pm-11:00 am
1 stop31h 45m
$1,086
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 ORD?
Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
When flying from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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 O'Hare Intl by month
Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.
Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month
Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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 O'Hare Intl
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from South Africa to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.7
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodPierre,Apr 2025
MLE - SIN
Food
7.7
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodPierre,Apr 2025
MLE - SIN
Food
7.7
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodPierre,Apr 2025
MLE - SIN
Food
7.7
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodPierre,Apr 2025
MLE - SIN
Food
7.7
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodPierre,Apr 2025
MLE - SIN
Food
7.7
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodPierre,Apr 2025
MLE - SIN
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Top 6 airlines flying from South Africa to O'Hare Intl
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$723 | Average$1,048 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$826 | Average$925 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$838 | Average$885 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$936 | Average$1,164 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$947 | Average$1,168 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,018 | Average$1,469 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |