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$570+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to South Africa

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ORD — JNB
mar 23 — mar 301
dom 3/23
dom 3/30
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Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to South Africa

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Round-trip from

$861
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$570
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$988
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 março 18, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 4/2310:15 amORD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
qua 4/302:35 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/16$861
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
qui 3/2010:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
dom 4/62:30 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop24h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/17$882
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
seg 11/108:20 pmORD - JNB
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
sáb 11/227:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/17$936
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
qua 4/237:10 amORD - JNB
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
qua 4/305:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$953
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
qua 4/237:10 amORD - JNB
2 stops34h 05mKenya Airways
qua 4/305:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/18$956
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qua 4/231:55 pmORD - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
qua 4/309:50 amJNB - ORD
1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/18$969
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
dom 9/711:25 amORD - CPT
1 stop41h 25mTurkish Airlines
dom 9/144:35 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop36h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,003
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ter 10/282:45 pmORD - JNB
1 stop20h 50mUnited Airlines
qui 11/1310:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops29h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,044
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
seg 11/108:20 pmORD - JNB
2 stops30h 00mAmerican Airlines
sáb 11/2210:05 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops27h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,071
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 4/2010:15 amORD - DUR
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
dom 4/279:10 amDUR - ORD
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,096
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
dom 5/185:40 pmORD - CPT
1 stop34h 20mAmerican Airlines
ter 5/276:55 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop28h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,116
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
qui 5/157:10 pmORD - CPT
1 stop32h 50mMultiple Airlines
sáb 6/76:55 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops28h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,126

Find flights from O'Hare Intl to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated março 18, 2025.

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ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qua 4/23

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

qua 4/30

2:35 pm-8:15 am

1 stop24h 40m

$861

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 3/30

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom 4/6

2:30 pm-8:15 am

1 stop24h 45m

$882

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qua 4/23

7:10 am-12:15 am

2 stops34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qua 4/30

5:00 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops31h 55m

$953

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qua 4/23

7:10 am-12:15 am

2 stops34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qua 4/30

5:00 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops31h 55m

$956

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qua 4/23

1:55 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qua 4/30

9:50 am-8:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

$969

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 9/7

11:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop41h 25m

Cape Town Intl

dom 9/14

4:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$1,003

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 9/7

11:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 9/19

5:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop35h 05m

$1,024

ChicagoDurban

ORD - DUR

ORDDUR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 4/20

10:15 am-6:05 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

dom 4/27

9:10 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 05m

$1,096

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 5/18

5:40 pm-11:00 am

1 stop34h 20m

Cape Town Intl

ter 5/27

6:55 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$1,116

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qui 5/15

7:10 pm-11:00 am

1 stop32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

sáb 6/7

6:55 pm-4:24 pm

2 stops28h 29m

$1,126

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Travel insights for flights from O'Hare Intl to South Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from O'Hare Intl to South Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 $1,696). 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 março 18, 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.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 março 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM and SWISS from Chicago to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,196 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,196 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,196 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,196 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,565 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,196 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,196 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,611 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,196 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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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 American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $651. Qatar Airways flights start at $692 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at $752 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.

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

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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 $1,696). 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 março 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$790Average$1,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$833Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$871Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
American AirlinesCheapest$877Average$1,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$947Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$997Average$1,532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,046Average$1,594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,173Average$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,275Average$1,718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$1,329Average$1,468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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