$663+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Chicago (CHI)
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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Jul 16 — Jul 231
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to ChicagoExplore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 16, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 16, 2026.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/296:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/128:15 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$948
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/276:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 11/258:15 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$962
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Tue 12/18:50 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops28h 00m
Delta
Tue 1/195:59 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops40h 36m
Delta
Deal found 6/15![Delta logo]()
$994
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/108:05 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop29h 41m
Delta
Sat 7/257:00 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/12![Delta logo]()
$994
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/217:25 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/256:15 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Tue 7/2110:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop31h 06m
United Airlines
Tue 8/252:31 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop20h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,013
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/69:45 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 8/102:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/16![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,017
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Thu 6/187:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop29h 44m
United Airlines
Thu 7/98:40 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop23h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,018
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Mon 7/610:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops29h 32m
United Airlines
Mon 8/102:25 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop21h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,020
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/128:00 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 02m
United Airlines
Sun 7/267:00 am
ORD
- CPT
2 stops27h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,020
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Thu 7/97:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop33h 16m
United Airlines
Fri 8/77:45 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops36h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/13![United Airlines logo]()
$1,021
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/79:45 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 3/31:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/16![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,024
Best flights from South Africa to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 16, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 16, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Tue 12/18:50 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops28h 00m
Delta
Tue 1/195:59 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops40h 36m
Delta
Deal found 6/15![Delta logo]()
$994
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Tue 7/2811:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop22h 15m
KLM
Sat 8/154:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop22h 05m
KLM
Deal found 6/15![KLM logo]()
$1,008
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Mon 7/610:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops29h 32m
United Airlines
Mon 8/102:25 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop21h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,020
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Fri 9/111:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 9/2710:15 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop20h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/16![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,188
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/92:45 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop31h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/227:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop37h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/12![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,203
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 11/2211:15 am
DUR
- ORD
2 stops39h 30m
British Airways
Thu 11/269:45 pm
ORD
- DUR
2 stops52h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 6/11![British Airways logo]()
$1,281
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 7/213:20 pm
DUR
- ORD
3 stops27h 40m
SWISS
Tue 8/187:05 pm
ORD
- DUR
2 stops35h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 6/13![SWISS logo]()
$1,331
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Thu 9/38:15 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops33h 21m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 9/1310:35 am
MDW
- JNB
1 stop26h 05m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/14![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,368
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/106:40 pm
DUR
- ORD
1 stop28h 05m
Emirates
Fri 7/178:35 pm
ORD
- DUR
1 stop37h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 6/12![Emirates logo]()
$1,530
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/27:00 am
DUR
- ORD
2 stops42h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/128:10 pm
ORD
- DUR
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,668
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/108:05 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops22h 40m
Delta
Sat 7/257:00 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/12![Delta logo]()
$1,008
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Thu 7/97:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop31h 20m
United Airlines
Sun 8/26:00 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop28h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,023
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 9/711:15 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Wed 3/312:15 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops25h 45m
KLM
Deal found 6/13![KLM logo]()
$1,082
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 10/2911:55 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops41h 09m
Delta
Thu 11/127:10 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/12![Delta logo]()
$1,108
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Tue 7/2110:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops23h 19m
United Airlines
Tue 8/183:55 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/14![United Airlines logo]()
$1,120
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Sun 7/1211:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop22h 15m
KLM
Sun 7/264:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop22h 05m
KLM
Deal found 6/15![KLM logo]()
$1,120
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2212:25 pm
DUR
- ORD
3 stops37h 13m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/266:50 pm
ORD
- DUR
2 stops32h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,252
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 10/109:15 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 10m
British Airways
Sat 10/249:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops30h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 6/12![British Airways logo]()
$1,299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Thu 7/911:15 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops29h 37m
Delta
Sat 7/257:00 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop29h 40m
Delta
Deal found 6/15![Delta logo]()
$1,108
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/187:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop20h 10m
United Airlines
Sat 8/85:30 am
ORD
- CPT
2 stops26h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12![United Airlines logo]()
$1,156
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Sun 12/69:40 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops32h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 12/301:05 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops35h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/16![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,423
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Fri 9/117:40 am
CPT
- ORD
1 stop37h 35m
KLM
Sun 9/274:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop22h 05m
KLM
Deal found 6/15![KLM logo]()
$1,206
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 7/1011:15 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops25h 37m
Delta
Sat 7/256:00 am
MDW
- CPT
1 stop28h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/13![Delta logo]()
$1,134
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Thu 7/97:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops34h 41m
United Airlines
Sat 7/189:40 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops58h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,161
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Tue 10/279:40 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops31h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 11/2510:35 am
MDW
- JNB
2 stops37h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/15![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,482
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Thu 7/911:15 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops26h 03m
KLM
Fri 8/71:27 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops24h 58m
KLM
Deal found 6/13![KLM logo]()
$1,275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Thu 7/167:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops34h 41m
United Airlines
Sat 8/15:00 am
ORD
- CPT
2 stops27h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/14![United Airlines logo]()
$1,165
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Thu 7/911:15 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops26h 03m
Delta
Sat 7/259:19 am
MDW
- JNB
2 stops27h 21m
Delta
Deal found 6/15![Delta logo]()
$1,183
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/227:10 pm
DUR
- ORD
1 stop27h 45m
Emirates
Thu 11/262:15 pm
ORD
- DUR
2 stops42h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 6/11![Emirates logo]()
$1,798
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1012:05 pm
DUR
- ORD
2 stops34h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 7/1711:45 am
ORD
- DUR
3 stops39h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/12![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,636
Last-minute flights from South Africa to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to Chicago. Data last updated June 16, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to Chicago. Data last updated June 16, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Thu 6/187:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop29h 44m
United Airlines
Thu 7/98:40 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop23h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,018
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/69:45 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 8/102:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/16![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,017
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Mon 7/610:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops29h 32m
United Airlines
Mon 8/102:25 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop21h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,020
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Thu 7/97:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop33h 16m
United Airlines
Fri 8/77:45 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops36h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/13![United Airlines logo]()
$1,021
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/108:05 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop29h 41m
Delta
Sat 7/257:00 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/12![Delta logo]()
$994
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 7/1011:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops28h 16m
KLM
Sat 7/254:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop22h 05m
KLM
Deal found 6/12![KLM logo]()
$1,043
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/128:00 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops24h 08m
United Airlines
Sun 7/267:00 am
ORD
- CPT
2 stops27h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,020
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Sun 7/1211:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/265:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops45h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,039
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Sun 7/129:55 am
CPT
- ORD
2 stops36h 15m
Air France
Sun 7/265:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops45h 40m
Air France
Deal found 6/16![Air France logo]()
$1,055
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/217:25 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/256:15 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Tue 7/2110:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop31h 06m
United Airlines
Tue 8/252:31 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop20h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,013
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/217:25 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/1810:30 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,032
One-way flights from South Africa to ChicagoSearch for one-way flight options from South Africa to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 16, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 16, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/15:20 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$663
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/25:45 am
JNB
- ORD
3 stops48h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$743
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/69:45 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop38h 30m
Egyptair
Deal found 6/16![Egyptair logo]()
$746
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/208:55 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/12![Qatar Airways logo]()
$751
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/29:45 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops37h 31m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/13![Etihad Airways logo]()
$760
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/299:45 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/16![Etihad Airways logo]()
$763
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/297:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$773
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/289:45 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops41h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/15![Etihad Airways logo]()
$786
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/19:00 am
CPT
- ORD
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$805
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/269:45 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop38h 30m
Egyptair
Deal found 6/15![Egyptair logo]()
$811
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/312:05 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$830
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1210:40 am
DUR
- ORD
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$831
Find flight deals from South Africa to Chicago
Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated June 16, 2026.
Round-trip from | $948 (Gotogate) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $663 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,128 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Chicago 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 June 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Chicago that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Cape TownChicago
CPT - MDW
CPTMDW
Cape Town Intl
Tue 12/1
8:50 pm-4:50 pm
2 stops28h 00m
Chicago Midway
Tue 1/19
5:59 pm-6:35 pm
2 stops40h 36m
$994
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Tue 7/28
11:15 pm-2:30 pm
1 stop22h 15m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 8/15
4:20 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop22h 05m
$1,008
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Fri 7/10
8:05 pm-11:45 am
2 stops22h 40m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 7/25
7:00 am-5:50 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,008
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 7/6
10:00 pm-8:32 pm
2 stops29h 32m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 8/10
2:25 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop21h 05m
$1,020
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Thu 7/9
7:50 pm-8:10 pm
1 stop31h 20m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 8/2
6:00 am-5:10 pm
1 stop28h 10m
$1,023
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/7
11:15 pm-2:15 pm
1 stop22h 00m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/3
12:15 pm-10:00 pm
2 stops25h 45m
$1,082
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 10/29
11:55 pm-10:04 am
2 stops41h 09m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 11/12
7:10 am-7:00 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,108
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 7/9
11:15 pm-9:52 pm
2 stops29h 37m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 7/25
7:00 am-7:40 pm
1 stop29h 40m
$1,108
Quickest round-trip
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 7/21
10:00 pm-2:19 pm
2 stops23h 19m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 8/18
3:55 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop19h 35m
$1,120
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Sun 7/12
11:15 pm-2:30 pm
1 stop22h 15m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 7/26
4:20 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop22h 05m
$1,120
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CPT-MDW
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JNB-ORD
CPT-MDW
CPT-ORD
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Chicago?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago (average of $345). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $881). 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.
How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Chicago?
The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated June 16, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM and United Airlines from South Africa to Chicago. 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.
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Crew
8.4
Entertainment
7.2
Boarding
7.8
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Crew
8.4
Entertainment
7.2
Boarding
7.8
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Crew
8.4
Entertainment
7.2
Boarding
7.8
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$916 | Average$1,579 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |