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$562+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to South Africa

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ORD — JNB
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
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Round-trip from

$932
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$562
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,017
From Chicago O'Hare Intl to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
jue. 10/2310:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
jue. 10/308:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$932
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/510:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
dom. 10/128:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/11$942
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/247:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops25h 50mKenya Airways
mar. 10/285:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops26h 17mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/11$957
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mié. 11/56:45 amORD - JNB
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/1312:05 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops40h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$960
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/1810:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
jue. 10/92:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/8$969
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
mié. 10/2910:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
mar. 11/252:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$978
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/2710:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
mar. 10/282:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/11$986
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
lun. 11/39:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
mar. 11/111:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/9$987
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
jue. 11/209:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
dom. 11/308:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/9$989
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dom. 11/169:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
lun. 12/292:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/9$992
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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. 11/59:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
jue. 11/131:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/9$993
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lun. 12/111:50 amORD - CPT
1 stop40h 00mTurkish Airlines
mar. 12/95:15 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,011

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/1

7:00 am-10:55 am

2 stops44h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 10/14

12:10 pm-5:22 pm

2 stops36h 12m

$1,021

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 10/26

10:15 am-1:00 pm

1 stop43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 11/11

1:50 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 50m

$1,099

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 10/30

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 11/8

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,111

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 9/24

11:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop29h 05m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 10/14

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

$1,165

ChicagoDurban

ORD - DUR

ORDDUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 10/24

11:25 am-1:15 pm

2 stops42h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

vie. 10/31

4:00 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$1,170

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 9/18

10:15 am-1:00 pm

1 stop43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 9/28

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

$1,181

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 9/18

10:15 am-1:00 pm

1 stop43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 9/23

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

$1,181

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 9/18

10:15 am-1:00 pm

1 stop43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 9/24

2:35 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 40m

$1,181

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 9/24

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 9/27

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

$1,206

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 11/11

8:28 pm-10:20 am

2 stops29h 52m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 11/17

10:10 pm-5:44 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$1,229

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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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Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa in 29h 05m. Fly via Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and South Africa is about 8513 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa?

    When deciding which route to take from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 9 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to South Africa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$764Average$1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$888Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$998Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,046Average$1,752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,049Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,173Average$1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,202Average$1,813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$1,329Average$1,468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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