$609+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Nov 7 — Nov 141
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to IllinoisExplore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 8, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 8, 2026.
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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.
Wed 11/189:00 pm -
2 stops29h 44m
Tue 12/16:16 pm -
1 stop40h 19m
Deal found 10/3![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$917
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Wed 11/189:00 pm -
2 stops34h 54m
Wed 11/2510:32 am -
1 stop24h 03m
Deal found 10/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$920
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Wed 11/189:00 pm -
2 stops30h 05m
Fri 12/46:16 pm -
1 stop40h 19m
Deal found 10/7![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$924
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 10/251:50 pm -
2 stops25h 50m
Thu 10/2910:15 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Deal found 10/3![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$932
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Tue 10/68:20 am -
2 stops30h 55m
Mon 10/1210:15 am -
1 stop26h 55m
Deal found 10/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$935
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2812:20 am -
1 stop26h 00m
Wed 11/258:15 pm -
1 stop42h 10m
Deal found 10/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$951
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 12/38:50 pm -
1 stop35h 06m
Mon 1/119:30 am -
1 stop25h 05m
Deal found 10/3![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$956
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Tue 10/132:30 pm -
2 stops24h 45m
Sat 11/79:45 am -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 10/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$957
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 10/232:30 pm -
2 stops24h 45m
Wed 10/2810:15 am -
1 stop20h 15m
Deal found 10/3![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$959
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 10/231:50 pm -
2 stops25h 25m
Sat 10/3110:15 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Deal found 10/3![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$959
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Sun 10/258:20 am -
2 stops31h 20m
Mon 11/309:45 am -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 10/8![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$961
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 11/28:50 pm -
1 stop28h 57m
Mon 11/93:59 pm -
1 stop18h 36m
Deal found 10/4![Delta logo]()
$961
Best flights from South Africa to IllinoisDiscover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Illinois that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 8, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Illinois that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 8, 2026.
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 10/232:30 pm -
2 stops24h 45m
Sat 10/3110:15 am -
1 stop20h 15m
Deal found 10/3![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$959
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 11/28:50 pm -
1 stop28h 57m
Mon 11/93:59 pm -
1 stop18h 36m
Deal found 10/4![Delta logo]()
$961
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 11/59:40 pm -
2 stops34h 17m
Sat 12/510:36 am -
1 stop24h 34m
Deal found 10/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$979
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 11/198:50 pm -
1 stop22h 57m
Thu 11/2610:39 am -
2 stops21h 31m
Deal found 10/5![United Airlines logo]()
$995
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Sun 11/16:50 pm -
1 stop24h 10m
Wed 11/258:15 pm -
1 stop30h 40m
Deal found 10/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,037
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Wed 10/289:40 pm -
2 stops31h 53m
Mon 11/3011:27 am -
2 stops26h 58m
Deal found 10/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,054
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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.
Mon 11/303:45 pm -
2 stops35h 00m
Wed 1/69:50 pm -
2 stops36h 35m
Deal found 10/3![British Airways logo]()
$1,084
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Thu 1/287:10 pm -
3 stops35h 20m
Sun 1/316:50 pm -
2 stops38h 50m
Deal found 10/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,346
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Thu 1/287:05 pm -
1 stop28h 05m
Sun 1/317:45 pm -
1 stop37h 25m
Deal found 10/7![Emirates logo]()
$1,592
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Tue 2/168:20 am -
2 stops31h 20m
Thu 2/189:45 am -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 10/4![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$962
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 2/18:50 pm -
1 stop21h 17m
Wed 2/177:10 am -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 10/3![Delta logo]()
$974
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Wed 11/49:40 pm -
2 stops34h 17m
Fri 12/411:35 am -
1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 10/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$979
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 11/298:50 pm -
1 stop22h 48m
Mon 1/117:00 am -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 10/4![United Airlines logo]()
$996
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Thu 11/57:40 pm -
2 stops29h 07m
Sat 12/511:28 am -
2 stops26h 32m
Deal found 10/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,056
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Thu 1/2811:00 pm -
2 stops40h 40m
Sun 1/319:45 am -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 10/7![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$964
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Wed 2/176:50 pm -
1 stop23h 10m
Thu 2/188:15 pm -
1 stop30h 45m
Deal found 10/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,063
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Wed 11/49:40 pm -
2 stops32h 53m
Fri 12/411:28 am -
1 stop23h 42m
Deal found 10/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$979
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 2/28:50 pm -
2 stops23h 47m
Sun 2/2112:15 pm -
2 stops22h 20m
Deal found 10/3![Delta logo]()
$980
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Fri 11/2012:40 pm -
2 stops38h 05m
Fri 11/278:00 pm -
2 stops38h 25m
Deal found 10/6![British Airways logo]()
$1,089
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 12/38:50 pm -
1 stop24h 12m
Mon 1/112:11 pm -
1 stop17h 59m
Deal found 10/4![United Airlines logo]()
$996
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 10/299:40 pm -
2 stops28h 31m
Wed 11/253:59 pm -
2 stops33h 01m
Deal found 10/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,059
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 1/286:50 pm -
1 stop31h 30m
Sun 1/318:15 pm -
1 stop30h 45m
Deal found 10/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,067
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 11/59:40 pm -
2 stops32h 53m
Sat 12/511:28 am -
1 stop23h 42m
Deal found 10/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$979
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Thu 1/2811:15 am -
2 stops34h 30m
Sun 1/316:50 pm -
2 stops55h 50m
Deal found 10/5![British Airways logo]()
$1,113
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 12/68:50 pm -
1 stop32h 03m
Wed 1/65:30 am -
1 stop29h 05m
Deal found 10/4![Delta logo]()
$1,046
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Mon 2/1511:00 pm -
2 stops40h 40m
Thu 2/189:45 am -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 10/4![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,054
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Wed 10/289:40 pm -
2 stops31h 53m
Thu 11/2611:27 am -
2 stops26h 58m
Deal found 10/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,059
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 11/13:05 pm -
2 stops26h 40m
Wed 11/255:55 am -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 10/3![United Airlines logo]()
$1,063
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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.
Wed 11/188:50 pm -
2 stops25h 36m
Tue 12/15:55 am -
2 stops41h 45m
Deal found 10/3![United Airlines logo]()
$1,072
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 10/2311:15 pm -
2 stops30h 18m
Sat 10/311:27 pm -
2 stops22h 43m
Deal found 10/3![Delta logo]()
$1,092
Last-minute flights from South Africa to IllinoisDiscover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to Illinois. Data last updated October 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to Illinois. Data last updated October 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Sun 10/118:20 am -
2 stops30h 55m
Sat 11/79:45 am -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 10/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$962
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Tue 10/132:30 pm -
2 stops24h 45m
Sat 11/79:45 am -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 10/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$957
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 10/232:30 pm -
2 stops24h 45m
Wed 10/2810:15 am -
1 stop20h 15m
Deal found 10/3![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$959
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 10/231:50 pm -
2 stops25h 25m
Sat 10/3110:15 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Deal found 10/3![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$959
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 10/251:50 pm -
2 stops25h 50m
Thu 10/2910:15 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Deal found 10/3![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$932
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Sun 10/258:20 am -
2 stops31h 20m
Mon 11/309:45 am -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 10/8![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$961
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2812:20 am -
1 stop26h 00m
Wed 11/258:15 pm -
1 stop42h 10m
Deal found 10/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$951
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 11/28:50 pm -
1 stop28h 57m
Mon 11/93:59 pm -
1 stop18h 36m
Deal found 10/4![Delta logo]()
$961
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 11/108:50 pm -
2 stops21h 49m
Sat 11/216:15 pm -
1 stop40h 20m
Deal found 10/7![Delta logo]()
$962
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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.
Wed 11/189:00 pm -
2 stops29h 44m
Tue 12/16:16 pm -
1 stop40h 19m
Deal found 10/3![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$917
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Wed 11/189:00 pm -
2 stops34h 54m
Wed 11/2510:32 am -
1 stop24h 03m
Deal found 10/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$920
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Wed 11/189:00 pm -
2 stops30h 05m
Fri 12/46:16 pm -
1 stop40h 19m
Deal found 10/7![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$924
One-way flights from South Africa to IllinoisSearch for one-way flight options from South Africa to Illinois. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 8, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Illinois. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 8, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 1/2712:35 pm -
1 stop33h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$609
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 10/142:05 pm -
1 stop32h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$610
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 10/187:30 pm -
1 stop26h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$610
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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.
Thu 12/311:30 am -
3 stops37h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$650
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Mon 1/2512:55 am -
1 stop25h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$655
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 12/35:15 pm -
1 stop24h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/3![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$663
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Thu 10/228:55 pm -
1 stop25h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$699
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 11/3011:30 am -
3 stops60h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$701
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Thu 1/2811:30 am -
3 stops39h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$709
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Thu 1/282:00 pm -
2 stops28h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$712
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Thu 1/285:00 pm -
3 stops50h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$714
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Wed 1/272:00 pm -
2 stops52h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$732
Find flight deals from South Africa to Illinois
Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated October 8, 2026.
Round-trip from | $917 (Virgin Atlantic) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $609 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $1,063 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Illinois 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 8, 2026.
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Cape TownChicago
CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Thu 12/3
5:15 pm-10:00 am
1 stop24h 45m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$663
Cape TownChicago
CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Thu 12/3
11:30 am-2:10 pm
2 stops58h 40m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$702
Cape TownChicago
CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Tue 1/26
2:00 pm-10:00 am
2 stops28h 00m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$711
Cape TownChicago
CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Wed 1/27
2:00 pm-10:00 am
2 stops52h 00m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$732
JohannesburgChicago
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 2/18
9:50 am-7:35 am
1 stop29h 45m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$735
Cape TownChicago
CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Sun 10/18
1:15 pm-11:32 am
3 stops53h 17m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$753
Cape TownChicago
CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Sat 11/28
12:55 am-10:00 am
1 stop41h 05m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$766
JohannesburgChicago
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 11/20
8:20 pm-1:44 pm
3 stops49h 24m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$795
Cape TownChicago
CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/30
11:30 am-2:55 pm
2 stops59h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$795
JohannesburgChicago
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MDW Chicago Midway
JNBMDW
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 11/20
8:20 pm-12:21 pm
3 stops48h 01m
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$809
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Illinois?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Illinois (average of $1,005). Flying from South Africa to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,380). 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 Illinois?
Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Illinois. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated October 8, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from South Africa to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
7.4
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Boarding
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
Overall
7.4
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Boarding
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$916 | Average$1,391 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |