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$567+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to South Africa

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ORD — JNB
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to South Africa

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Round-trip from

$928
(Ovago)

One-way from

$567
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,478
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 July 29, 2025.

This Ovago 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 Ovago 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 7/28$928
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1011:45 pmORD - CPT
1 stop29h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/164:35 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/28$955
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/79:45 pmORD - CPT
1 stop26h 20mBritish Airways
Mon 11/1710:10 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop23h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,097
This Flightnetwork 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2510:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/92:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/29$1,103
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/115:40 pmORD - CPT
2 stops30h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1710:00 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop27h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,107
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/107:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops34h 25mKenya Airways
Sat 9/271:25 amJNB - ORD
2 stops47h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/27$1,107
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Wed 9/177:20 pmORD - JNB
2 stops60h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 9/291:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop32h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,112
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:20 pmORD - JNB
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/177:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,114
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:30 amORD - JNB
2 stops43h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/135:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops28h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,124
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Mon 10/137:50 pmORD - DUR
2 stops34h 25mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/202:45 pmDUR - ORD
2 stops34h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,128
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Tue 10/2810:45 pmORD - JNB
1 stop25h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 11/410:00 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/27$1,164
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Thu 8/211:55 pmORD - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 8/319:50 amJNB - ORD
1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,176

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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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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

$928

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

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/5

9:45 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/20

8:55 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$1,095

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/25

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

2:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

$1,103

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/11

5:40 pm-8:00 am

2 stops30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/17

10:00 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$1,107

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

$1,107

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/17

7:20 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops60h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/29

1:55 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,112

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/27

11:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/26

5:55 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 45m

$1,114

ChicagoDurban

ORD - DUR

ORDDUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/13

7:50 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 10/20

2:45 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops34h 10m

$1,128

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

6:45 am-12:25 am

2 stops34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/2

5:00 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$1,142

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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 $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.

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 July 29, 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 July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, and Cathay Pacific 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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
3,295 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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
3,295 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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
948 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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
1,683 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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 O'Hare Intl Airport to South Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $631. Ethiopian Air flights start at $749 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $780 one-way.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 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 10 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to South Africa

Discover the top 10 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 July 29, 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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