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Cheapest return flight
R15 222
Typical prices: R16 012-R20 603
Ethiopian Air
Sun 14/10Wed 7/11
JNB - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 688
Typical prices: R10 457-R18 752
Turkish Airlines
Fri 5/10
DUR - ORD • 2 stops
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Cheapest • 8% average savings
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Cheap Flights to O'Hare Intl

 
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Recent return flight deals to O'Hare Intl

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Nov 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 8:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 - 20:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 222Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Jan 14
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 8:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 - 3:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 271Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
15:45 - 11:00DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:45 - 13:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
41h 00m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 774Turkish Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:05 - 23:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:46 - 17:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 855Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:05 - 23:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
11:29 - 17:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 953Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 19:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 30m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:45 - 22:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R16 277Turkish Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 29
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 18:31CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 41m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
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15:36 - 18:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 24m1 stop Newark
R16 375United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Jan 21
United Airlines Logo
19:50 - 14:32CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 42m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
United Airlines Logo
10:25 - 16:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 45m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R16 375United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
KLM Logo
7:40 - 14:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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17:10 - 5:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
R16 683KLM
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
KLM Logo
7:40 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
KLM Logo
17:10 - 5:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
R17 202KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the cheapest route at R15 222 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

A return flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport costs R17 518 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Cape Town average R17 288, while Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport runs a bit higher at R17 439.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at R16 926 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at R19 734.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport with an average price of R15 352 return.
  • April (R21 065) and January (R19 977) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Morning flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are the cheapest at R17 300 return on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at R19 036.

What is a good deal for flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Flights under R16 012 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Cape Town R15 632
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When are flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R9 688
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
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Your questions about flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    South African operates the most flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at 0 per week, while United Airlines is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from South Africa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airports serve Chicago and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Chicago can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Nearby alternatives within 80,5 km of Chicago include Chicago Midway (MDW). This airport is not in Chicago itself but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and onward travel plans.

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are from:
    • Johannesburg, from R15 222 return

  • How do I know if a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is around R16 012 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Last-minute fares to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 17% above the average return fare of R17 518.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around R16 012 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in February. Return fares historically average R15 352 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to R1 736 per return. Morning flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport average R17 300 compared to R19 036 for midday flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Once you arrive in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, a few great places to start are McCormick Place, United Center, and Chicago Riverwalk. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to O'Hare Intl

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to O'Hare Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,8
KLMOverall score based on 1580 reviews
7,2Entertainment
8,4Crew
7,8Boarding
7,7Comfort
7,3Food
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The flight itself was fine, food was expired and gross, staff were mostly amazing! KLM messed up rebooking for our first two flights that got cancelled and we almost didn’t make it to Amsterdam for an additional two days

4,0 OkayJessica, Sept 2026
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The flight itself was fine, food was expired and gross, staff were mostly amazing! KLM messed up rebooking for our first two flights that got cancelled and we almost didn’t make it to Amsterdam for an additional two days

I think I previously submitted my feedback about flight lead Katherine in a different field by mistake. Please see those comments. Comments for Hyd to AMS are it was good. The flight lead and service met expectations for satisfactory high quality service but the flight lead did not stand out as exceptional as did the leads on the other two flights so I don’t remember anything specific one way or the other besides the fact I was satisfied.

Flight lead was a gentleman with silver hair and he went out of his way to shake hands and interact with each passenger seated in business class. A medical emergency took place during our flight and he handled it with perfect poise and professionalism. He was gracious and confidently competent. Just what you want from a leader,

Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

Legroom not all it could be, especially when the seat in front is reclined. Otherwise it was good, food and beverage were nice.

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

I flew premium economy and this was a good option. Although the seats didn’t recline much, I was able to get some sleep with my head propped against the window. The food was good and the entertainment was wonderful The staff were very attentive and professional

Seats were nice and comfy. Crew was polite and attentive. Business class is awesome and worth the money.

It was operated by Delta. Boarding took a long time. How difficult can it be? Overall decent trip. Liked the Salt Lake City airport. Better option than Chicago for transfers.

We left one hour late because of technical difficulties. The economy comfort seats are great for the price. The crew was mediocre, they do not provide a pleasant experience, they just deliver food and drinks and give orders, not very amicable, no service and hospitality focus.

One hour before landing was the most scary part of my life. The plane just dropped from the air . No explanation or apologies from the captain. Women and children screaming everywhere. Would like to know what happened

My flight going to doha had economy seats that had a little more leg room. Coming back the leg room was not there. I'm 6'3" and my knees were against the chair in front of me. I couldn't slide my feet under the chair. The 15 hour flight felt like torture from the lack of sleep I was getting being so uncomfortable. Food and crew were great though.

It was excellent except for at the very end. I woke up about 1.5 hrs before touchdown and wanted to order food in the Business class. I was told they had shut down food service. It would have been good to get a heads up before they closed the service. Anna the air hostess was wonderful. She did get me 2 bowls of fruit and I was very appreciative of her. Wonderful human and a hostess.

Amazing airline accommodations. The cabins were so great. The food was very good and the flight attendants were so nice. Made a 15 hour flight seem easy.

I paid extra for seating when first booking flight to be in a comfortable economy seat They still changed it to a middle seat regardless. When I asked for it to be changed back to aisle, they could only give me one at the back of the plane in the least comfortable seats.

Same as already mentioned. This was more comforting as I got my aisle seat for my knee.

Seats very small and unable to pre purchase internet or seat upgrades

It was good no problems made it on time for the next flight overseas!

Boarding was orderly, staff at the counter were friendly and so as most of the staff in the flight. Room for some improvement in entertainment, but overall very good flight.

Sitting arrangement is very poor and for entertainment options for Bollywood fans , need to add more movies and Hindi TV shows . Bcz mostly Indian people are spend more money to fly with Qatar so for their better entertainments please add more good TV shows . Thank you

Very disappointing that on an international business class flight they would not give me access to the lounge in Boston. They said it was because it was a codeshare flight. International business class should include lounge access regardless of codeshare.

The counter person at the gate was rude and demeaning, to the point that I wouldn't fly this airline again.

Crew was great. Seats are cramped and uncomfortable and I’m a small person.

Awful. Delay after delay. And then again on the tarmac.

Kept changing the takeoff time and the moved it up so arrived when boarding had already started. Then sat waiting to taxi in for a long time

Food was not Good Nuts came very wet & not tasting Good Main course I asked for Steak they got me Chicken because they don’t have more !!!!

It cancelled and we were unable to catch our connecting international flights.

Leaving at 7 when scheduled to leave at 4:20 - you tell me. Understood there was a ground stop. Then having to "reboot" the plane because of a lighting strike, also understood. But basically the flight was a "clusterf#$%".

On boarding crew at the airport called in the boarding numbers too early meaning before the previous line was completed resulting in later numbers getting to board ahead. Also she asked those who boarded from number 3 to have the tags in their carry-on bags and leave it in the jet bridge. Most of the overhead bins were empty though. This is more work for the ground staff in addition to more inconvenience for passengers waiting to get their carry-ons from the jet bridge.

ok, butt flght was delyed for 2,5h from Frankfurt, and next Flight to Columbuse same

Good could be better. Crew is good but not great. Not much snack options for kids. Bathrooms were not cleaned on time

The crew were really bad mannered! And spoiled all my mood throughout the flight!

Limit the number of usage of wine or please arrange our seats. The passenger was drunk on this flight and not on Thiruvananthapuram to Abudhabi.

The seats seemed smaller than other business class offerings. The entertainment menu was limited. Flight crew was good.

It was excellent service in the snow storm gives us hotel and transportation. It will be more better if u can add one more meal because it’s a long flight boring journey. If you give extra meal time passes faster and can enjoy the trip better

Food quality and varites were very minimum. Surprised to have no desserts. Business class tickets should have lounge access and seats selection. They should be allowed to board while people with wheel chair, secial assistance and family with childrem.

Good flight. There were a few issues with the flat bed. It was some technical issues. Otherwise everything was good

On this flight...fine. The one from India to Abu Dahbi, awful.

Horrible. After paying for seats, I was cramped, my daughters legs kept hitting the seat in front, I had no overhead bin space and no help from stewards on board, the food was served cold, when asked for snacks was told to wait and never received any, the flight was cold with no temperature controls. Entertainment was outdated. I booked this through partnership with American Airlines but will avoid in the future.

Nothing was good. Everything needs to improve. Everything was abysmal. Needs lots of improvement. The check-in and baggage drop at the New Delhi airport was manned by disrespectful people, horrible experience. We will never travel by Etihad ever again.

TV did not work Special food ordered not honored/not received Response to complaint and request not received Request for window seat but given isle seat even after paying for business class ticket

The following is a review for a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, DC with a connection at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and refueling landing at Rome, Italy. The flight was provided by Ethiopian Airlines. There were two of us: me and my wife on this flight. Everything was on time. Enough legroom between the seats, I was able to stretch my legs and sleep for at least some time during the 14 hour second flight (19 hours in total for both flights). Very decent meals that included two lunches and one breakfast on the flight from Addis Ababa to Washington and one lunch on the flight from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa. The lunch choices were beef, chicken and fish, I think the vegetarian option was available as well, accompanied with beans. The breakfast was a choice between egg and pancake, accompanied with a fruit salad. The egg breakfast was awesome, it came with a scrambled egg and a sausage. However, my wife mentioned unusual taste of the pancake breakfast meal, by all means those were not pancakes. What wasn't good: Externally initiated commercials on the infosystem screens, you couldn't turn the screen off. These commercials were accompanied by loud and annoying music, transmitted through the entire cabin. Obviously, there was no escape from this music as well. Additional moment: on the flight from Addis Ababa to Washington, DC, we landed at Rome for refueling. This was totally fine and it was in the flight itinerary. But, the flight attendant asked me to straighten the seat while we were at the steady position during the refueling. I can't rationalize this order except that some people just like to be a boss of some kind. Keeping the light lit in the economy cabin while keeping it dimmed in the first class also didn't improve my and my wife's feelings. Overall, the services were very good and the flight, despite its longevity, went on very smoothly.

The crew were amazing. They should improve the inflight entertainment

Im if Ethiopian can allow customers to use their mileage for in flight connexion it will be great.

United was best airlines I have seen since I got there choose united airlines

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

My suitcase 🧳 got missing we still looking for it This not good for them 👎🏾👎🏾👎🏾🤦🏽‍♀️

it was a nice tripe but they need to work on the serving of soda,they should be abled to serve cain soda not on cup.At least each passenger should be entitled to one cain of soda not serving on cup.thanks.

On my return flight the TV did not work the entire flight! They knew it wasn’t working but they let me sit there. The guy sitting nièce to me told me he was ok the previous flight and it wasn’t working. This is business class by the way!

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