What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Illinois?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Illinois

Which airlines fly to Illinois?

Ethiopian Air, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from South Africa according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Illinois?

The flight from South Africa to Illinois depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg (a popular airport in South Africa) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 21h 40m on average. If you fly from Cape Town (another popular airport in South Africa) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 22h 10m.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Illinois are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Illinois?

As of February 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Illinois.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Illinois.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?

The required travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Recent return flight deals from South Africa to Illinois

These are some of the best return flight deals from South Africa to Illinois that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

17:55 - 9:40JNB-ORD

22h 45m1 stop

19:50 - 10:35ORD-JNB

31h 45m1 stop

R16 270Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Apr 7 - Mon, Apr 14

20:25 - 17:15JNB-ORD

27h 50m1 stop

19:00 - 7:05ORD-JNB

29h 05m1 stop

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Mon, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 25

14:35 - 8:05JNB-ORD

24h 30m2 stops

10:15 - 13:05ORD-JNB

19h 50m1 stop

R17 408Ethiopian Air

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Sat, Mar 29 - Wed, Apr 16

14:30 - 8:05JNB-ORD

24h 35m2 stops

10:15 - 13:05ORD-JNB

19h 50m1 stop

R17 426Ethiopian Air

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23:15 - 17:22JNB-ORD

25h 07m2 stops

16:20 - 21:20ORD-JNB

22h 00m1 stop

R17 903KLM

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Mon, Apr 7 - Mon, Apr 14

21:15 - 15:45JNB-ORD

25h 30m2 stops

11:25 - 7:00ORD-JNB

36h 35m2 stops

R18 270British Airways

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Sun, Jun 22 - Wed, Jul 2

21:15 - 17:31JNB-ORD

27h 16m2 stops

20:30 - 7:00ORD-JNB

27h 30m1 stop

R18 563British Airways

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Sun, Jun 22 - Wed, Jul 2

20:00 - 23:30CPT-ORD

34h 30m1 stop

13:07 - 15:20ORD-CPT

19h 13m1 stop

R21 462United Airlines

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Sun, Jun 1 - Thu, Jul 10

20:50 - 15:16CPT-STL

49h 26m2 stops

15:45 - 10:55STL-CPT

35h 10m1 stop

R21 810United Airlines

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Sun, Mar 9 - Sun, Dec 7

23:15 - 18:02JNB-MDW

25h 47m2 stops

15:02 - 21:20MDW-JNB

23h 18m2 stops

R23 241KLM

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Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Illinois

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on South Africa to Illinois flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Apr 7

JNB17:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 45m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 14

ORD19:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 270

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Turkish Airlines

Apr 29

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

May 4

ORD19:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 205

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Turkish Airlines

Apr 27

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

May 3

ORD19:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

R19 627

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Ethiopian Air flights from South Africa to Illinois

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on South Africa to Illinois flight tickets

Ethiopian Air

Mar 29

JNB14:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 30m

2 stops

ORD8:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 16

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 408

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Ethiopian Air

Apr 29

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

2 stops

ORD8:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

May 4

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 426

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Ethiopian Air

Apr 29

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 45m

1 stop

ORD8:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

May 4

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 325

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

If you are unable to visit Illinois during the month of February, then departing from South Africa during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R17 903.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Illinois?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Illinois is on a Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Illinois on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as R19 163. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around R21 349. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Illinois.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Illinois is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from South Africa to Illinois in the afternoon for as low as R18 918. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R19 526.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Illinois?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from South Africa when booking 20 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around R20 971 when searching 20 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from South Africa for as low as R17 444 on momondo.

Cheap South Africa to Illinois flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R10 254
Fastest flight time	19h 43m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Illinois	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R10 254. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 270.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Illinois takes 19h 43m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Illinois. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Durban King Shaka Intl Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, Cape Town Intl Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

There are 3 airports near Illinois: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW), Lambert-St Louis (STL)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Illinois?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Illinois are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Illinois?
As of February 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Illinois.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Illinois?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The required travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Illinois

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from South Africa to Illinois with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R15 134	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 776 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R15 501	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 179 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R15 514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 825 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R15 593	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 568 reviews	Search SWISS flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 517	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 6 762 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R16 781	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 449 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 846	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 331 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 942	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,0 8 213 reviews	Search Delta flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R17 292	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 263 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R17 332	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 8 759 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from South Africa to Illinois with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Illinois from South Africa with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to Illinois?

Once you have performed a search for South Africa to Illinois flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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