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Cheap flights from Illinois to South Africa from $601

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11:55 am - 10:45 amORD-JNB
38h 50m1 stop
7:05 pm - 10:10 amJNB-ORD
23h 05m1 stop
$815Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 19
11:55 am - 10:50 amORD-JNB
38h 55m1 stop
7:10 pm - 10:10 amJNB-ORD
23h 00m1 stop
$825Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 4
11:55 am - 10:45 amORD-JNB
38h 50m1 stop
7:05 pm - 10:10 amJNB-ORD
23h 05m1 stop
$829Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 19
7:10 am - 12:15 amORD-JNB
33h 05m2 stops
1:15 am - 12:01 pmJNB-ORD
42h 46m2 stops
$893Kenya Airways
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Wed, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 18
7:10 am - 12:15 amORD-JNB
33h 05m2 stops
1:15 am - 12:01 pmJNB-ORD
42h 46m2 stops
$894Kenya Airways
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Wed, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 18
7:10 am - 4:00 pmORD-JNB
24h 50m2 stops
5:00 pm - 12:01 pmJNB-ORD
27h 01m2 stops
Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 19
7:10 am - 10:55 amORD-JNB
43h 45m2 stops
5:00 pm - 12:01 pmJNB-ORD
27h 01m2 stops
Wed, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 11
1:10 pm - 8:35 amORD-JNB
35h 25m1 stop
9:55 am - 8:25 amJNB-ORD
30h 30m1 stop
$903Etihad Airways
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Mon, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 10
6:35 pm - 10:20 amORD-CPT
31h 45m1 stop
6:45 pm - 1:55 pmCPT-ORD
27h 10m1 stop
$904American Airlines
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Mon, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 11
5:00 pm - 10:20 amORD-CPT
33h 20m1 stop
10:00 pm - 1:55 pmCPT-ORD
23h 55m1 stop
$906American Airlines
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Mon, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 11
12:26 pm - 7:10 amMDW-JNB
58h 44m2 stops
Fri, Mar 7
1:10 pm - 8:35 amORD-JNB
35h 25m1 stop
$646Etihad Airways
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Sat, Mar 1
4:45 pm - 9:50 amORD-CPT
57h 05m3 stops
Mon, Mar 3
7:40 pm - 9:50 amORD-JNB
31h 10m1 stop
$688Qatar Airways
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Tue, Apr 29
7:50 pm - 3:35 pmORD-JNB
36h 45m1 stop
$690Qatar Airways
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Tue, Mar 18
7:05 pm - 3:55 amORD-JNB
24h 50m1 stop
$712Alaska Airlines
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Sun, Jan 19
9:45 am - 2:30 pmORD-CPT
20h 45m1 stop
$744Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Feb 17
9:25 pm - 7:40 amORD-CPT
26h 15m1 stop
$793Lufthansa
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Sat, Feb 8
9:45 am - 2:30 pmORD-CPT
20h 45m1 stop
$807Ethiopian Air
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Sat, Mar 1
3:55 pm - 1:50 pmORD-CPT
37h 55m2 stops
$828Lufthansa
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Sun, Feb 9
7:05 am - 4:00 pmORD-JNB
24h 55m2 stops
1:15 am - 9:55 amJNB-ORD
40h 40m2 stops
$1,004Kenya Airways
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Tue, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 30
7:05 am - 4:00 pmORD-JNB
24h 55m2 stops
1:15 am - 9:55 amJNB-ORD
40h 40m2 stops
$1,034
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Tue, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 29
10:00 pm - 10:20 amORD-JNB
28h 20m1 stop
6:15 am - 1:55 pmJNB-ORD
39h 40m2 stops
$1,127British Airways
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Tue, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 21
9:45 am - 2:30 pmORD-CPT
20h 45m1 stop
1:50 pm - 7:40 amCPT-ORD
25h 50m2 stops
$1,200Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Jan 13 - Sun, Jan 26
9:45 pm - 10:20 amORD-JNB
28h 35m1 stop
7:25 pm - 5:00 pmJNB-ORD
29h 35m1 stop
$1,202American Airlines
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Tue, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 21
8:20 pm - 10:20 amORD-JNB
30h 00m2 stops
7:25 pm - 1:55 pmJNB-ORD
26h 30m1 stop
$1,206American Airlines
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Tue, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 30
7:05 pm - 7:40 amORD-JNB
52h 35m3 stops
8:00 pm - 2:30 pmJNB-ORD
26h 30m1 stop
$1,421Qatar Airways
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Tue, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 28
7:05 pm - 3:35 pmORD-JNB
36h 30m1 stop
8:00 pm - 2:30 pmJNB-ORD
26h 30m1 stop
$1,444Qatar Airways
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Tue, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 28
9:45 am - 2:30 pmORD-CPT
20h 45m1 stop
1:50 pm - 2:34 pmCPT-ORD
32h 44m3 stops
$1,591Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Jan 13 - Sun, Jan 26
9:45 pm - 8:00 amORD-CPT
26h 15m1 stop
10:00 pm - 1:55 pmCPT-ORD
23h 55m1 stop
$6,179British Airways
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Mon, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 24

Turkish Airlines flights from Illinois to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines
Feb 5
ORD11:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl
38h 50m
1 stop
JNB10:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 19
JNB7:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
23h 05m
1 stop
ORD10:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Turkish Airlines
Jan 28
ORD11:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl
38h 55m
1 stop
JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 4
JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
23h 00m
1 stop
ORD10:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Turkish Airlines
Feb 12
ORD11:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl
38h 50m
1 stop
JNB10:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 19
JNB7:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
23h 05m
1 stop
ORD10:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Kenya Airways flights from Illinois to South Africa

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Illinois to South Africa flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Feb 12
ORD7:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
33h 05m
2 stops
JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 18
JNB1:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
42h 46m
2 stops
ORD12:01 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Kenya Airways
Feb 12
ORD7:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
33h 05m
2 stops
JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 18
JNB1:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
42h 46m
2 stops
ORD12:01 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Kenya Airways
Feb 3
ORD7:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
24h 50m
2 stops
JNB4:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 10
JNB5:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
24h 40m
2 stops
ORD9:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $915. The month of January is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Illinois averaging around $977.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,036. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Africa on Wednesday is $1,347.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,111. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,377.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

In general, most travelers find the cheapest time to book a flight to South Africa is about 28 days prior to their departure date when tickets on average are $1,246. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Illinois for as low as $805 on momondo.

Cheap Illinois to South Africa flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$601

Fastest flight time

16h 50m

Direct flights

None

Airports in South Africa

2 airports
The best one-way flight to South Africa from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $601. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $815.
The fastest flight from Illinois to South Africa takes 16h 50m
There are no direct flights from Illinois to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago Midway Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.
There are 2 airports near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to South Africa?

    Prices for flights from Illinois to South Africa refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to South Africa?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to South Africa.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from Illinois to South Africa

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KLMPriceFrom $758Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,336 reviews
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7.2
768 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $790Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,900 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $807Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,501 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $844Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,942 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $855Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $883Free CancellationRating
6.7
275 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $944Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,792 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,175Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,746 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $1,219Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,593 reviews
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