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$627+ 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 6/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
jun. 21 — jun. 281
sáb. 6/21
sáb. 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 junio 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$973
(oojo)

One-way from

$627
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,098
From South Africa to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Chicago
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 junio 16, 2025.

This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/69:50 amJNB - ORD
2 stops43h 38mEtihad Airways
mié. 8/201:55 pmORD - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/14$973
This Ethiopian Air 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/182:35 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops24h 40mEthiopian Air
mar. 7/2910:15 amORD - CPT
1 stop43h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/14$997
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/2211:15 pmCPT - MDW
2 stops29h 30mDelta
lun. 7/74:22 pmMDW - CPT
1 stop18h 28mDelta
Deal found 6/14$1,002
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/2211:15 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops29h 09mDelta
lun. 7/79:50 amORD - CPT
1 stop25h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/14$1,002
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/2211:15 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop21h 55mKLM
dom. 7/64:20 pmORD - JNB
1 stop22h 00mKLM
Deal found 6/16$1,007
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/229:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop30h 29mDelta
dom. 7/64:20 pmORD - JNB
1 stop22h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/16$1,011
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/236:50 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines
lun. 7/74:20 pmORD - JNB
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$1,015
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/238:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
lun. 7/710:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/16$1,019
This flightsite.co.za 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/1911:15 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops26h 26mKLM
jue. 6/264:26 pmMDW - JNB
2 stops33h 24mKLM
Deal found 6/15$1,021
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/299:15 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 59mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/55:40 pmORD - JNB
1 stop32h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$1,025
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/1310:05 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops27h 32mBritish Airways
jue. 12/46:35 pmORD - JNB
2 stops28h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/14$1,030
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/166:25 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops26h 45mKLM
mar. 9/91:25 pmORD - CPT
2 stops25h 00mKLM
Deal found 6/16$1,030

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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 junio 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 8/6

9:50 am-10:28 pm

2 stops43h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/20

1:55 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 25m

$973

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/29

9:15 pm-5:37 pm

2 stops27h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/28

9:45 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 35m

$1,011

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

mié. 7/16

11:15 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 9/9

9:10 am-9:25 pm

2 stops29h 15m

$1,015

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/29

9:15 pm-4:14 pm

2 stops25h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/5

5:40 pm-9:25 am

1 stop32h 45m

$1,025

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 11/13

10:05 pm-5:37 pm

2 stops27h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/4

6:35 pm-7:30 am

2 stops28h 55m

$1,030

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

mié. 7/16

6:25 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 9/9

1:25 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$1,030

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/29

11:15 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/5

4:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$1,077

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/29

3:05 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops30h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/5

11:15 am-5:45 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$1,104

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

mar. 7/29

8:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/5

3:40 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$1,104

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 7/28

1:25 am-12:50 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/5

7:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$1,161

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Chicago

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from South Africa to Chicago 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Chicago as you normally would.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago 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 when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 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 junio 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Chicago, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,308 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,363 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,466 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Chicago are Etihad Airways ($627), Turkish Airlines ($632), and Ethiopian Air ($719).

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

    The most popular route from South Africa to Chicago is Cape Town Intl - Chicago Midway. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from South Africa to Chicago 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Chicago. 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 junio 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$723Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$820Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$866Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$889Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$953Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$978Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,018Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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