$704+ 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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Jun 2 — Jun 91
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to South AfricaExplore 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 May 3, 2026.
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 May 3, 2026.
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 11/246:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/65:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops27h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,003
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 9/16:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops45h 55m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/215:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/28![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,032
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 11/106:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops44h 55m
Kenya Airways
Tue 12/15:25 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops44h 09m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/2![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,036
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 10/51:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops62h 55m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/125:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 34m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/30![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,042
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 9/18:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/104:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,051
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Mon 8/316:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops45h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/215:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,068
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/84:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,072
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 9/16:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Kenya Airways
Thu 9/1012:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops40h 56m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/30![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,078
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Tue 11/1011:50 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 12/17:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,091
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3111:25 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/104:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,093
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 9/111:25 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/105:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,093
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 5/118:35 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops24h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 5/185:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 49m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/28![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,102
Best flights from Chicago to South AfricaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 3, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 3, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3011:25 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/94:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,134
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1110:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 6/182:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/27![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,567
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/68:35 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Emirates
Sun 10/188:00 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop26h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 4/28![Emirates logo]()
$1,609
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/198:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops53h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/248:55 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,821
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/17:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops36h 00m
RwandAir
Fri 6/124:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 00m
RwandAir
Deal found 4/30![RwandAir logo]()
$1,899
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/1110:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/299:50 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,958
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 6/116:30 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop25h 50m
United Airlines
Sun 6/218:00 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops31h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/30![United Airlines logo]()
$2,030
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Thu 6/1111:05 am
MDW
- CPT
1 stop23h 45m
Delta
Sun 6/218:05 pm
CPT
- MDW
1 stop21h 04m
Delta
Deal found 5/1![Delta logo]()
$2,215
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/311:25 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/94:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,231
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/271:22 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops24h 58m
KLM
Wed 6/311:15 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops26h 18m
KLM
Deal found 4/30![KLM logo]()
$2,636
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/315:10 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 8/119:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop30h 51m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/27![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$2,687
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/48:35 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop37h 05m
Emirates
Wed 9/96:25 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 4/28![Emirates logo]()
$1,609
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Fri 5/292:55 pm
ORD
- DUR
3 stops36h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 6/75:00 pm
DUR
- ORD
2 stops54h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,863
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2911:25 am
ORD
- DUR
2 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/66:40 pm
DUR
- ORD
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,980
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/187:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/22:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
3 stops31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/30![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,873
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2911:25 am
ORD
- DUR
2 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/76:40 pm
DUR
- ORD
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,983
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/2311:05 am
MDW
- CPT
1 stop23h 45m
Delta
Sun 8/98:05 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops29h 00m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$2,219
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Fri 5/292:55 pm
ORD
- DUR
3 stops36h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sat 6/65:00 pm
DUR
- ORD
2 stops54h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,903
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/58:35 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop41h 00m
Emirates
Tue 7/287:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop27h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 4/28![Emirates logo]()
$2,125
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 7/257:20 pm
ORD
- HDS
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/312:30 pm
HDS
- ORD
2 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,007
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/27:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/97:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops41h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/1![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,921
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/68:35 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop36h 40m
Emirates
Tue 7/2810:20 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop24h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 4/28![Emirates logo]()
$2,125
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/61:22 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops24h 58m
KLM
Thu 6/1811:15 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops26h 03m
KLM
Deal found 4/29![KLM logo]()
$2,684
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 7/126:00 am
MDW
- JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Delta
Sat 7/258:25 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops28h 53m
Delta
Deal found 4/30![Delta logo]()
$2,557
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/197:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/297:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops41h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,927
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Tue 7/218:35 pm
ORD
- DUR
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/66:40 pm
DUR
- ORD
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,151
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/131:16 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops25h 09m
KLM
Thu 7/2311:15 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops26h 03m
KLM
Deal found 4/29![KLM logo]()
$2,759
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Wed 6/31:22 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops24h 58m
Delta
Mon 6/2211:15 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops26h 03m
Delta
Deal found 5/1![Delta logo]()
$2,573
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/127:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/157:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops41h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,941
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1710:59 am
MDW
- CPT
2 stops29h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/259:00 am
CPT
- MDW
2 stops38h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,158
Last-minute flights from Chicago to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to South Africa. Data last updated May 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to South Africa. Data last updated May 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sun 5/36:04 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops35h 11m
Kenya Airways
Sat 6/65:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 11m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/27![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,211
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/37:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 6/67:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/27![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,318
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:31 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops32h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/612:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops36h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,341
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/310:15 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop20h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 5/201:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/27![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,347
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/410:15 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop20h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 5/201:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/27![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,327
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 5/118:35 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops24h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 5/185:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 49m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/28![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,102
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 5/116:07 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/1912:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops36h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,113
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/118:35 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops24h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 5/255:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops28h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/29![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,217
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 5/118:35 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1812:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops36h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,326
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 5/146:07 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops35h 08m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/265:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops28h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/28![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,119
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/148:35 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/265:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,230
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sun 5/176:07 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops35h 08m
Kenya Airways
Wed 6/1712:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops35h 06m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/27![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,288
One-way flights from Chicago to South AfricaSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 3, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 3, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/611:25 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$704
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/54:55 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops52h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$890
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/77:05 pm
ORD
- CPT
3 stops43h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$893
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/69:34 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops55h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$900
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/910:30 am
MDW
- CPT
3 stops52h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$907
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:00 am
ORD
- CPT
3 stops56h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$914
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1012:59 pm
ORD
- CPT
3 stops51h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$924
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2910:15 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/27![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$975
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/295:30 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops54h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$979
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 6/1510:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/29![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$980
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 6/33:27 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops29h 28m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/29![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$994
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/710:30 am
MDW
- CPT
2 stops52h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$996
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 May 3, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,003 (Kenya Airways) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $704 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $1,165 |
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ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 8/30
11:25 am-11:50 am
1 stop41h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 9/9
4:35 pm-9:40 am
1 stop24h 05m
$1,134
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 9/3
11:25 am-11:50 am
1 stop41h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 9/9
4:35 pm-9:40 am
1 stop24h 05m
$1,231
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 6/11
10:15 am-8:10 pm
1 stop26h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 6/18
2:30 pm-8:15 am
2 stops24h 45m
$1,567
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 10/6
8:35 pm-11:30 am
1 stop31h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 10/18
8:00 pm-3:45 pm
1 stop26h 45m
$1,609
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 9/4
8:35 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop37h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 9/9
6:25 pm-3:45 pm
1 stop28h 20m
$1,609
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 6/19
8:20 pm-9:00 am
2 stops53h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 6/24
8:55 pm-3:05 pm
1 stop25h 10m
$1,821
ChicagoDurban
ORD - DUR
ORDDUR
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 5/29
2:55 pm-10:40 am
3 stops36h 45m
Durban King Shaka Intl
Sun 6/7
5:00 pm-4:50 pm
2 stops54h 50m
$1,863
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 6/18
7:20 pm-4:00 am
1 stop25h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 7/2
2:40 pm-3:05 pm
3 stops31h 25m
$1,873
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 6/1
7:20 pm-2:20 pm
2 stops36h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/12
4:50 pm-4:50 pm
2 stops31h 00m
$1,899
ChicagoDurban
ORD - DUR
ORDDUR
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 5/29
2:55 pm-10:40 am
3 stops36h 45m
Durban King Shaka Intl
Sat 6/6
5:00 pm-4:50 pm
2 stops54h 50m
$1,903
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to South Africa?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to South Africa, you should look to book at least 46 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to South Africa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Africa (average of $554). Flying from Chicago to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $930). 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.
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 May 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited 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.
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
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Discover the top 10 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 May 3, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,830 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$783 | Average$1,122 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$806 | Average$1,447 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$920 | Average$1,351 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$978 | Average$1,271 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$998 | Average$1,270 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$1,052 | Average$1,416 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,053 | Average$1,337 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,103 | Average$1,590 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$1,211 | Average$1,755 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |