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$565+ 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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
ene. 14 — ene. 211
mié. 1/14
mié. 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to South Africa

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 diciembre 15, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
mié. 12/179:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
mié. 12/248:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/15$1,280
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/209:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
lun. 1/128:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/15$1,304
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/309:50 pmORD - JNB
1 stop25h 15mLufthansa
mar. 1/1310:10 amJNB - ORD
1 stop40h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 12/15$1,580
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
lun. 12/294:25 pmORD - JNB
1 stop21h 40mKLM
mar. 1/1311:59 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 21mKLM
Deal found 12/13$1,616
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/259:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
mié. 12/318:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/15$1,646
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/308:20 pmORD - JNB
2 stops30h 05mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/137:35 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops29h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,656
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/299:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
mié. 12/318:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/15$1,674
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
lun. 12/297:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops31h 05mDelta
mar. 1/1311:59 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops29h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/13$1,686
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
mar. 12/306:00 amMDW - JNB
1 stop29h 00mDelta
mar. 1/137:20 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops30h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,713
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/248:40 pmORD - JNB
1 stop29h 45mAmerican Airlines
lun. 1/1210:00 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop28h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$1,742
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
lun. 12/296:00 amMDW - JNB
1 stop29h 00mDelta
mar. 1/139:55 pmJNB - MDW
1 stop20h 32mDelta
Deal found 12/13$1,755
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/131:05 pmORD - CPT
2 stops40h 40mEthiopian Air
sáb. 12/271:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/12$1,823

Find 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 diciembre 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$871
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$565
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,641
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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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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 1/23

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 2/1

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,014

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/5

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 2/8

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,054

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/22

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 4/26

2:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

$1,054

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 2/22

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 3/1

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,054

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 2/16

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/25

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,054

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/3

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 5/24

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$1,054

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 1/20

11:50 am-10:50 am

1 stop39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 2/10

7:10 pm-10:05 am

1 stop22h 55m

$1,095

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/12

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 2/20

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,104

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 2/21

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 3/1

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,104

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 2/23

11:50 am-11:50 am

1 stop40h 00m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 3/16

3:20 pm-11:05 am

2 stops26h 45m

$1,208

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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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 $780). Flying from Chicago to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,213). 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 diciembre 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to South Africa in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to South Africa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to South Africa flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 diciembre 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and American Airlines 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,100 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
911 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,578 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to South Africa?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic fly from Chicago to South Africa in about 22h 27m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 58m. The distance between Chicago and South Africa is about 8501 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $576 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Ethiopian Air and Lufthansa, with prices starting from $721 and $912, 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 - Cape Town Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 $780). Flying from Chicago to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,213). 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 8 airlines flying from Chicago to South Africa

Discover the top 8 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 diciembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$764Average$1,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$885Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,071Average$1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,097Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,118Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,202Average$1,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,512Average$1,775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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