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$580+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 11/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — JNB
nov. 28 — dic. 51
vie. 11/28
vie. 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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dom. 11/911:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
dom. 11/237:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$925
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vie. 11/2811:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
vie. 12/57:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$948
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vie. 11/2811:50 amORD - CPT
1 stop40h 00mTurkish Airlines
jue. 12/45:15 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$969
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jue. 11/2711:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
vie. 12/127:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$969
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vie. 11/2811:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
sáb. 12/137:10 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/27$971
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vie. 11/2811:50 amORD - CPT
1 stop40h 00mTurkish Airlines
dom. 12/145:15 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/27$977
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jue. 12/411:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
mié. 12/177:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/27$991
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vie. 12/511:50 amORD - CPT
1 stop40h 00mTurkish Airlines
dom. 12/145:15 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/27$994
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lun. 11/1011:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
jue. 11/137:10 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$994
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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. 12/49:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
mié. 12/172:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$995
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dom. 11/911:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
vie. 11/147:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,003
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dom. 11/99:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
dom. 11/238:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/29$1,006

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for O'Hare Intl to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$924
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$580
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,181
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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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Price

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/9

11:50 am-10:50 am

1 stop39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 11/23

7:05 pm-10:05 am

1 stop23h 00m

$925

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. 3/2

2:00 pm-10:05 am

2 stops28h 05m

$1,052

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/4

11:50 am-10:50 am

1 stop39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 12/13

7:10 pm-10:05 am

1 stop22h 55m

$1,072

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 11/13

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 12/1

11:00 pm-7:40 am

2 stops40h 40m

$1,089

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 11/10

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 11/13

11:00 pm-7:40 am

2 stops40h 40m

$1,093

ChicagoDurban

ORD - DUR

ORDDUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 12/3

11:50 am-1:30 pm

2 stops41h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

mié. 1/14

4:00 pm-10:05 am

2 stops26h 05m

$1,099

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/4

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 12/13

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,109

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 3/16

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 3/19

1:50 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 50m

$1,156

ChicagoDurban

ORD - DUR

ORDDUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 2/11

11:50 am-1:30 pm

2 stops41h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

dom. 2/15

4:00 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$1,276

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 11/3

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 11/21

5:30 am-7:40 am

3 stops34h 10m

$1,327

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa

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 $766). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,208). 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 ORD to ZA?

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 octubre 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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 octubre 29, 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
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,031 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
880 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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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 26h 25m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and South Africa is about 8704 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 - 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.

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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 $766). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,208). 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 O'Hare Intl to South Africa

Discover the top 8 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 octubre 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$764Average$1,062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$885Average$1,269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,071Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,097Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,118Average$1,650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,179Average$1,769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,202Average$1,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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