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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg from R10 108

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Multiple Airlines Logo
8:31 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
24h 19m
2 stops
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17:00 - 14:30
JNB
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ORD
28h 30m
2 stops
R16 229Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 26
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13:00 - 0:15
ORD
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JNB
52h 15m
2 stops
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12:10 - 11:47
JNB
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ORD
30h 37m
2 stops
R16 278Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 27
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6:30 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
26h 20m
2 stops
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17:00 - 17:41
JNB
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ORD
31h 41m
2 stops
R16 311Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sun, Oct 4
Kenya Airways Logo
6:04 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
26h 46m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
12:10 - 12:16
JNB
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ORD
31h 06m
2 stops
R16 393Kenya Airways
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 - 0:15
ORD
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JNB
35h 15m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
12:10 - 11:47
JNB
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ORD
30h 37m
2 stops
R16 426Kenya Airways
Wed, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 26
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20:10 - 10:30
ORD
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JNB
31h 20m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:50 - 9:40
JNB
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ORD
22h 50m
1 stop
R16 557Turkish Airlines
Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 26
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12:52 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
23h 48m
1 stop
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21:55 - 16:12
JNB
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MDW
25h 17m
1 stop
R35 395Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Apr 26 - Tue, May 12
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17:21 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
19h 19m
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Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:55 - 21:09
JNB
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MDW
30h 14m
1 stop
R35 543Virgin Atlantic
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 9
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9:27 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
27h 13m
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21:55 - 11:56
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MDW
21h 01m
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R35 625Delta
Sun, Apr 26 - Tue, May 12
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10:35 - 19:40
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JNB
26h 05m
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Delta Logo
21:55 - 11:56
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MDW
21h 01m
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R36 773Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 13

Virgin Atlantic flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Virgin Atlantic
Apr 26
MDW12:52Chicago Midway
23h 48m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 12
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 17m
1 stop
MDW16:12Chicago Midway
R35 395
Virgin Atlantic
May 1
MDW17:21Chicago Midway
19h 19m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 9
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 14m
1 stop
MDW21:09Chicago Midway
R35 543
Virgin Atlantic
Sept 16
MDW17:25Chicago Midway
19h 15m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sept 30
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 51m
1 stop
MDW21:46Chicago Midway
R35 707

Delta flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Delta
Apr 26
MDW9:27Chicago Midway
27h 13m
2 stops
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 12
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 01m
1 stop
MDW11:56Chicago Midway
R35 625
Delta
Oct 1
MDW10:35Chicago Midway
26h 05m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 13
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 01m
1 stop
MDW11:56Chicago Midway
R36 773
Delta
Apr 24
MDW12:52Chicago Midway
23h 48m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 6
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 17m
1 stop
MDW16:12Chicago Midway
R36 822

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/4

8:31-15:50

2 stops24h 19m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

17:00-14:30

2 stops28h 30m

R16 229

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/9

13:00-0:15

2 stops52h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

12:10-11:47

2 stops30h 37m

R16 278

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 19/9

6:30-15:50

2 stops26h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

17:00-17:41

2 stops31h 41m

R16 311

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/5

6:04-15:50

2 stops26h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

12:10-12:16

2 stops31h 06m

R16 393

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/9

6:00-0:15

2 stops35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

12:10-11:47

2 stops30h 37m

R16 426

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

17:50-9:40

1 stop22h 50m

R16 557

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Sun 26/4

12:52-19:40

1 stop23h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

21:55-16:12

1 stop25h 17m

R35 395

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/5

17:21-19:40

1 stop19h 19m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

21:55-21:09

1 stop30h 14m

R35 543

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Sun 26/4

9:27-19:40

2 stops27h 13m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

21:55-11:56

1 stop21h 01m

R35 625
Fastest return journey

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/10

10:35-19:40

1 stop26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

21:55-11:56

1 stop21h 01m

R36 773

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Chicago is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R16 737, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month of March, then departing from Chicago during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R16 869.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around R21 124 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Chicago for as low as R16 869 on momondo.

How have Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 22% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (CHI to JNB) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

18h 59m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 18h 59m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • How far is Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?

    The distance between Chicago and Johannesburg OR Tambo is about 13983,8 km. Flights usually cover this in 18h 59m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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