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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg from R9 716

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6:45 - 0:25
ORD
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JNB
34h 40m
2 stops
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12:10 - 17:10
JNB
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ORD
36h 00m
2 stops
R13 934Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 31
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6:04 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
26h 46m
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17:00 - 12:41
JNB
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ORD
26h 41m
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R13 950Kenya Airways
Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11
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7:00 - 10:55
ORD
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JNB
43h 55m
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17:00 - 12:57
JNB
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ORD
26h 57m
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R15 548Kenya Airways
Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 17
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6:00 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
26h 50m
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17:00 - 13:35
JNB
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ORD
27h 35m
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R15 564Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Sun, Apr 26
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9:45 - 20:10
ORD
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JNB
26h 25m
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14:30 - 8:40
JNB
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ORD
25h 10m
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R15 580Ethiopian Air
Thu, Mar 5 - Wed, Mar 11
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9:45 - 20:10
ORD
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JNB
26h 25m
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Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:40
JNB
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ORD
25h 10m
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R15 612Ethiopian Air
Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 17
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18:07 - 19:40
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JNB
18h 33m
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21:55 - 16:25
JNB
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MDW
25h 30m
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R28 172Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Apr 8 - Fri, Apr 17
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9:30 - 19:40
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JNB
27h 10m
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21:55 - 16:25
JNB
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25h 30m
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R28 252Delta
Wed, Apr 8 - Fri, Apr 17
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12:45 - 19:00
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JNB
22h 15m
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21:55 - 17:45
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R28 284Delta
Mon, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 4
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10:45 - 19:00
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21:55 - 12:02
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21h 07m
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R28 396SAUDIA
Thu, Mar 19 - Thu, Apr 2

Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Kenya Airways
May 4
ORD6:04Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 46m
2 stops
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 11
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 41m
2 stops
ORD12:41Chicago O'Hare Intl
R13 950
Kenya Airways
Mar 2
ORD7:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
43h 55m
2 stops
JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 17
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 57m
2 stops
ORD12:57Chicago O'Hare Intl
R15 548
Kenya Airways
Feb 6
ORD7:01Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 49m
2 stops
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 8
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 14m
2 stops
ORD13:14Chicago O'Hare Intl
R15 900

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 8
MDW18:07Chicago Midway
18h 33m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 17
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 30m
1 stop
MDW16:25Chicago Midway
R28 172
Virgin Atlantic
Apr 21
MDW10:43Chicago Midway
25h 57m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 28
JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 03m
2 stops
MDW22:28Chicago Midway
R29 147
Virgin Atlantic
May 18
MDW17:14Chicago Midway
19h 26m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jun 1
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 14m
1 stop
MDW21:09Chicago Midway
R29 738

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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 February 2026.
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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/3

6:45-0:25

2 stops34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

12:10-17:10

2 stops36h 00m

R13 934

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/5

6:04-15:50

2 stops26h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

17:00-12:41

2 stops26h 41m

R13 950

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

7:00-10:55

2 stops43h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

17:00-12:57

2 stops26h 57m

R15 548

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

6:00-15:50

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

17:00-13:35

2 stops27h 35m

R15 564

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/3

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

R15 580

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

R15 612

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/4

18:07-19:40

1 stop18h 33m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

21:55-16:25

1 stop25h 30m

R28 172

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/4

9:30-19:40

2 stops27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

21:55-16:25

1 stop25h 30m

R28 252

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Mon 16/2

12:45-19:00

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

21:55-17:45

1 stop27h 50m

R28 284

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Thu 19/3

10:45-19:00

1 stop25h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

21:55-12:02

1 stop21h 07m

R28 396

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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 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 R15 564, 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 February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R15 804.

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 R19 747 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 795 on momondo.

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

As of February 2026, prices for Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 9% 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

17h 53m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 17h 53m
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 17h 53m, 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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