Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Port Elizabeth?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Port Elizabeth usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Port Elizabeth (PLZ).

What popular places can I visit in Port Elizabeth?

Summerstrand Beach is one of the most viewed places in Port Elizabeth on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Port Elizabeth?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Port Elizabeth?

Port Elizabeth is 8 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?

Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $29 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Hertz • Europcar • Avis • GREEN MOTION

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Port Elizabeth?

Turkish Airlines ($1,408) and Qatar Airways ($1,905) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Port Elizabeth according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Mar 10

6:50 pm - 3:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth

36h 40m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl Durban King Shaka Intl

7:35 pm - 2:30 pmPLZ Port Elizabeth-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

50h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

$1,270Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 15 - Wed, Mar 10

11:45 am - 3:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth

43h 20m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:40 pm - 11:00 amPLZ Port Elizabeth-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul

$1,408Turkish Airlines

Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 11

8:15 pm - 6:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth

38h 10m2 stops Istanbul Cape Town Intl

12:40 pm - 6:20 pmPLZ Port Elizabeth-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul

$1,446Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jan 15 - Wed, Mar 10

6:50 pm - 3:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth

36h 40m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl Durban King Shaka Intl

1:35 pm - 2:30 pmPLZ Port Elizabeth-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

$1,524Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 11

8:15 pm - 6:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth

38h 10m2 stops Istanbul Cape Town Intl

12:40 pm - 6:20 pmPLZ Port Elizabeth-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul

$1,543Turkish Airlines

Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Mar 10

6:50 pm - 3:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth

36h 40m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl Durban King Shaka Intl

8:35 am - 2:30 pmPLZ Port Elizabeth-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

$1,554Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sun, Feb 28

6:50 pm - 1:15 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth

58h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:20 am - 2:30 pmPLZ Port Elizabeth-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

36h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

$1,596Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sun, Feb 28

9:45 am - 7:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth

25h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:20 am - 7:40 amPLZ Port Elizabeth-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 20m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

$1,809Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 11

6:50 pm - 3:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth

36h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

8:15 am - 2:30 pmPLZ Port Elizabeth-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

38h 15m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,905Qatar Airways

Fri, Jan 15 - Wed, Mar 10

4:00 pm - 8:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth

44h 00m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

3:45 pm - 8:19 pmPLZ Port Elizabeth-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

60h 34m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,940Qatar Airways

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Port Elizabeth?: Turkish Airlines ($1,408) and Qatar Airways ($1,905) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Port Elizabeth according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Port Elizabeth?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Port Elizabeth changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,270 to $4,495. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?
Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Hertz
• Europcar
• Avis
• GREEN MOTION
Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Port Elizabeth?
Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Port Elizabeth usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Port Elizabeth (PLZ).
What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Port Elizabeth?
Port Elizabeth is 8 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Port Elizabeth?
Summerstrand Beach is one of the most viewed places in Port Elizabeth on KAYAK.

If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Port Elizabeth Airport.

• Sun1 Port Elizabeth
• The Kelway Hotel
• 23 On Glen Guest House

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