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$560+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to South Africa

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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$914
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$560
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,478
From Chicago (CHI) to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2410:15 amORD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/51:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/31$914
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/811:45 pmORD - CPT
1 stop29h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/174:35 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/29$952
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:30 amORD - JNB
2 stops24h 20mKenya Airways
Mon 11/101:35 amJNB - ORD
2 stops43h 03mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/31$952
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/110:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/158:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/31$978
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/68:34 amORD - JNB
2 stops32h 51mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/165:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$980
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/111:45 pmORD - JNB
1 stop27h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/155:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/31$997
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/129:45 pmORD - CPT
1 stop30h 25mBritish Airways
Wed 11/268:35 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop25h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,096
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Tue 11/116:35 pmORD - CPT
2 stops29h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1710:00 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop28h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,107
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sun 12/76:45 pmORD - JNB
1 stop28h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/217:35 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop29h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,131
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 9/178:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops42h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 9/283:10 amJNB - ORD
2 stops42h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,146
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Wed 11/129:45 pmORD - JNB
1 stop28h 40mBritish Airways
Thu 12/2510:00 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/30$1,158
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/2810:15 amORD - DUR
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/49:10 amDUR - ORD
3 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,225

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

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ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/24

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

$914

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

11:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop29h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/17

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

$952

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

8:34 am-12:25 am

2 stops32h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/15

1:25 am-5:45 pm

2 stops47h 20m

$980

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/28

2:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

$986

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

11:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/3

5:55 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 45m

$999

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

7:00 am-12:25 am

2 stops34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/27

1:25 am-5:45 pm

2 stops47h 20m

$1,105

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/17

8:00 am-9:35 am

2 stops42h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/28

3:10 am-3:05 pm

2 stops42h 55m

$1,146

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

1:59 pm-11:00 am

2 stops38h 01m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/25

6:55 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$1,151

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

1:55 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/20

9:50 am-8:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

$1,176

ChicagoDurban

ORD - DUR

ORDDUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

10:15 am-10:30 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 9/4

9:10 am-8:15 am

3 stops30h 05m

$1,225

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to South Africa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Chicago to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta, and KLM from Chicago to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,686 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to South Africa one-way?

    $642 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $749 and $879, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to South Africa.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Chicago to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Chicago to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$795Average$1,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$871Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
American AirlinesCheapest$879Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$892Average$1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$952Average$1,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$966Average$1,338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$998Average$1,588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,173Average$1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$1,179Average$1,726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,202Average$1,843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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