$566+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Chicago (CHI)
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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
May 23 — May 301
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to ChicagoExplore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 23, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 23, 2026.
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/249:50 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/249:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/21![Etihad Airways logo]()
$901
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 10/269:50 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 2/161:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/22![Etihad Airways logo]()
$910
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 10/169:50 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/302:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/20![Etihad Airways logo]()
$921
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 10/279:50 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/251:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/20![Etihad Airways logo]()
$927
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/209:50 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 11/241:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/22![Etihad Airways logo]()
$993
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Mon 5/2512:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop35h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/107:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,019
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 6/77:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 6/147:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/23![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,039
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 10/275:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops26h 36m
Kenya Airways
Wed 11/256:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/20![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,042
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Tue 6/161:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 8/197:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop39h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,075
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Tue 6/163:10 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops55h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/199:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops56h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/19![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,080
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 10/265:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops26h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/168:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,086
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 6/57:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 6/127:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/21![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,098
Best flights from South Africa to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/131:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 8/57:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/23![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,166
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/159:50 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 6/169:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/18![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,174
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/181:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/99:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/311:45 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop22h 25m
KLM
Sat 5/164:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop30h 30m
KLM
Deal found 4/18![KLM logo]()
$1,266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 6/38:25 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops29h 08m
Delta
Wed 6/109:17 am
MDW
- JNB
2 stops29h 03m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$1,365
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 6/410:20 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop24h 25m
Emirates
Thu 6/118:35 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 4/20![Emirates logo]()
$1,367
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Wed 6/38:25 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops31h 44m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 6/105:11 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop19h 29m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/19![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$2,432
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/249:50 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/2410:56 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops38h 24m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/21![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,252
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/221:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/169:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops38h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,292
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fri 6/57:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 6/124:33 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops37h 37m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/21![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,354
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/311:15 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops26h 18m
KLM
Wed 6/101:16 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops25h 04m
KLM
Deal found 4/19![KLM logo]()
$1,363
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/710:05 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop36h 40m
Emirates
Sun 6/148:35 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop41h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 4/23![Emirates logo]()
$1,406
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/112:25 pm
CPT
- ORD
3 stops28h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/276:00 am
ORD
- CPT
3 stops48h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Mon 9/78:25 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops32h 21m
Delta
Wed 3/36:00 am
MDW
- JNB
2 stops32h 05m
Delta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$1,491
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Thu 6/181:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/97:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/23![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,371
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 7/1410:05 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop36h 40m
Emirates
Sat 7/258:35 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop41h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 4/23![Emirates logo]()
$1,469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/311:15 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops28h 25m
Delta
Tue 6/28:05 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops29h 40m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$1,542
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/1512:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops48h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/272:55 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops36h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/23![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,427
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Thu 6/46:00 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops29h 12m
KLM
Thu 6/111:16 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops25h 04m
KLM
Deal found 4/22![KLM logo]()
$1,570
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 6/510:05 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop36h 40m
Emirates
Fri 6/126:30 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 4/21![Emirates logo]()
$1,632
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 5/117:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/224:29 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops35h 01m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/22![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,490
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Tue 6/1611:15 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops26h 03m
Delta
Wed 8/191:00 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops25h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$1,710
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 7/148:55 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sat 7/2510:11 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops34h 49m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/23![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,528
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Tue 5/2611:15 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops26h 18m
KLM
Thu 6/41:22 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops25h 03m
KLM
Deal found 4/20![KLM logo]()
$2,035
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Tue 6/238:25 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops28h 53m
Delta
Tue 7/145:10 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$2,006
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2811:15 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops25h 41m
KLM
Thu 6/41:22 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops25h 03m
KLM
Deal found 4/18![KLM logo]()
$2,035
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Fri 10/169:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops27h 42m
Delta
Fri 10/301:05 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$2,038
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/511:15 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops25h 41m
KLM
Fri 6/121:16 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops25h 04m
KLM
Deal found 4/21![KLM logo]()
$2,181
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:05 pm
CPT
- MDW
1 stop27h 21m
Delta
Sat 5/167:13 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops27h 37m
Delta
Deal found 4/18![Delta logo]()
$2,073
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fri 6/58:05 pm
CPT
- MDW
1 stop27h 30m
Delta
Fri 6/129:17 am
MDW
- CPT
2 stops29h 08m
Delta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$2,464
Last-minute flights from South Africa to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to Chicago. Data last updated April 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to Chicago. Data last updated April 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 5/37:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/27:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/311:45 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop22h 25m
KLM
Sat 5/164:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop30h 30m
KLM
Deal found 4/18![KLM logo]()
$1,266
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 5/138:45 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/289:55 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops37h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,256
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/136:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop28h 10m
KLM
Thu 5/284:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Deal found 4/22![KLM logo]()
$1,265
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/138:45 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop34h 50m
Lufthansa
Thu 5/289:40 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/23![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 5/189:15 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop28h 00m
American Airlines
Mon 5/257:05 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop28h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22![American Airlines logo]()
$1,167
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Tue 5/197:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/47:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,153
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 5/227:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/297:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,158
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Mon 5/2512:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop35h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/107:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,019
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/2512:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 06m
Kenya Airways
Mon 8/106:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,190
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Tue 5/267:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/47:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,160
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Thu 5/287:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/47:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,238
One-way flights from South Africa to ChicagoSearch for one-way flight options from South Africa to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/2912:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop35h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/21![Qatar Airways logo]()
$566
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1712:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$581
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1712:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop35h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$600
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/257:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$609
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 5/177:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$613
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 5/207:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/22![Qatar Airways logo]()
$617
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/247:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$624
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/19:50 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/18![Etihad Airways logo]()
$637
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/238:55 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$638
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sat 5/307:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$657
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Tue 7/78:55 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/22![Qatar Airways logo]()
$659
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 6/289:50 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/20![Etihad Airways logo]()
$689
Find flight deals from South Africa to Chicago
Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated April 23, 2026.
Round-trip from | $901 (flightsite.co.za) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $566 (Gotogate) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,117 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Chicago 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 April 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Chicago that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Mon 7/13
1:15 pm-3:05 pm
1 stop32h 50m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 8/5
7:20 pm-10:15 am
1 stop31h 55m
$1,166
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 6/15
9:50 am-8:35 am
1 stop29h 45m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 6/16
9:10 pm-8:20 am
1 stop28h 10m
$1,174
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - ORD
JNBORD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 6/24
9:50 am-8:35 am
1 stop29h 45m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 7/24
10:56 am-8:20 am
2 stops38h 24m
$1,252
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Thu 6/18
1:50 pm-3:40 pm
2 stops32h 50m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 7/9
9:10 pm-1:25 pm
2 stops33h 15m
$1,262
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Sun 5/3
11:45 pm-3:10 pm
1 stop22h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 5/16
4:20 pm-5:50 am
1 stop30h 30m
$1,266
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Mon 6/22
1:50 pm-3:40 pm
2 stops32h 50m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 7/16
9:10 pm-6:55 pm
2 stops38h 45m
$1,292
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Fri 9/11
2:25 pm-11:47 am
3 stops28h 22m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 9/27
6:00 am-1:35 pm
3 stops48h 35m
$1,351
Cape TownChicago
CPT - ORD
CPTORD
Cape Town Intl
Fri 6/5
7:30 pm-4:50 pm
1 stop28h 20m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 6/12
4:33 pm-1:10 pm
2 stops37h 37m
$1,354
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - MDW
JNBMDW
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 6/3
11:15 pm-6:33 pm
2 stops26h 18m
Chicago Midway
Wed 6/10
1:16 pm-9:20 pm
2 stops25h 04m
$1,363
JohannesburgChicago
JNB - MDW
JNBMDW
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 6/3
8:25 pm-6:33 pm
2 stops29h 08m
Chicago Midway
Wed 6/10
9:17 am-9:20 pm
2 stops29h 03m
$1,365
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Chicago?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chicago (average of $345). Flying from South Africa to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $881). 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 Chicago
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated April 23, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,KLM, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Chicago. 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 April 23, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$883 | Average$919 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$916 | Average$1,465 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$999 | Average$1,022 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,005 | Average$1,092 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |