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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg from R9 477

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Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 - 20:10
ORD
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JNB
26h 25m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 7:40
JNB
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ORD
25h 10m2 stops
R15 938Ethiopian Air
Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 18
Kenya Airways Logo
18:10 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
38h 40m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
12:10 - 12:31
JNB
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ORD
31h 21m2 stops
R16 004Kenya Airways
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, May 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
37h 25m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:35 - 17:10
JNB
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ORD
46h 35m2 stops
R16 103Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 21
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 - 20:10
ORD
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JNB
26h 25m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 7:40
JNB
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ORD
31h 20m2 stops
R16 136Ethiopian Air
Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:15 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
24h 35m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 21:56
JNB
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ORD
35h 56m2 stops
R16 235Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 8 - Thu, Apr 30
Kenya Airways Logo
7:00 - 0:25
ORD
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JNB
33h 25m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 13:14
JNB
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ORD
28h 14m2 stops
R16 350Kenya Airways
Tue, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 31
Qatar Airways Logo
18:50 - 8:40
ORD
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JNB
29h 50m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
9:40 - 14:30
JNB
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ORD
36h 50m2 stops
R16 482Qatar Airways
Tue, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 18
Delta Logo
10:49 - 19:00
MDW
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JNB
24h 11m1 stop
Delta Logo
21:55 - 16:55
JNB
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MDW
26h 00m1 stop
R25 613Delta
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 22
Delta Logo
13:28 - 19:00
MDW
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JNB
21h 32m2 stops
Delta Logo
21:55 - 17:54
JNB
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MDW
26h 59m2 stops
R25 696Delta
Fri, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 11
Virgin Atlantic Logo
12:48 - 19:00
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JNB
22h 12m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
22:00 - 18:36
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MDW
28h 36m2 stops
R25 992Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 3

Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Apr 21
ORD18:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 40m
2 stops
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 5
JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 21m
2 stops
ORD12:31Chicago O'Hare Intl
R16 004
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Kenya Airways
Jan 20
ORD7:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 25m
2 stops
JNB0:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 31
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 14m
2 stops
ORD13:14Chicago O'Hare Intl
R16 350
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Kenya Airways
Jan 20
ORD7:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 50m
2 stops
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 9
JNB1:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 39m
2 stops
ORD13:14Chicago O'Hare Intl
R16 449
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Qatar Airways flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Feb 10
ORD18:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 50m
1 stop
JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 18
JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 50m
2 stops
ORD14:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
R16 482
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Qatar Airways
Apr 19
ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 20m
2 stops
JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 27
JNB11:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 05m
1 stop
ORD15:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
R16 746
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Qatar Airways
Mar 25
ORD20:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 35m
2 stops
JNB18:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 3
JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 55m
1 stop
ORD14:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
R16 993
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 4 January 2026.
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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/2

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

14:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

R15 938

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

18:10-15:50

2 stops38h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

12:10-12:31

2 stops31h 21m

R16 004

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 26/2

18:25-15:50

2 stops37h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

1:35-17:10

2 stops46h 35m

R16 103

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/2

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

R16 136

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/4

8:15-15:50

2 stops24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

17:00-21:56

2 stops35h 56m

R16 235

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/1

7:00-0:25

2 stops33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

17:00-13:14

2 stops28h 14m

R16 350

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/2

18:50-8:40

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

9:40-14:30

2 stops36h 50m

R16 482

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Thu 26/2

10:49-19:00

1 stop24h 11m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

21:55-16:55

1 stop26h 00m

R25 613

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Fri 27/2

13:28-19:00

2 stops21h 32m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

21:55-17:54

2 stops26h 59m

R25 696

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Mon 19/1

12:48-19:00

1 stop22h 12m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

22:00-18:36

2 stops28h 36m

R25 992

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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 169, 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 April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R16 631.

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 R20 750 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 R17 537 on momondo.

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

As of January 2026, prices for Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 1% 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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Fastest flight time

19h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 19h 15m
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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  • 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 19h 15m, 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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