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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg from R10 338

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Turkish Airlines Logo
20:10 - 10:30
ORD
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JNB
31h 20m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:00 - 9:40
JNB
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ORD
22h 40m
1 stop
R16 048Turkish Airlines
Sun, Apr 19 - Mon, Apr 27
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8:31 - 0:15
ORD
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JNB
32h 44m
2 stops
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1:15 - 7:41
JNB
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ORD
61h 26m
2 stops
R16 065Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 1
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:10 - 10:30
ORD
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JNB
31h 20m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:00 - 9:40
JNB
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ORD
22h 40m
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R16 215Turkish Airlines
Sat, May 2 - Sun, May 17
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 - 10:30
ORD
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JNB
40h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:00 - 9:40
JNB
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ORD
22h 40m
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R16 365Turkish Airlines
Mon, May 4 - Sun, May 17
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 13:05
ORD
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JNB
19h 50m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:15
JNB
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ORD
24h 45m
2 stops
R16 515Ethiopian Air
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, May 10
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10:41 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
25h 59m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:55 - 16:26
JNB
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MDW
25h 31m
1 stop
R30 482Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Apr 24 - Sat, May 2
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14:12 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
22h 28m
2 stops
Delta Logo
21:55 - 17:58
JNB
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MDW
27h 03m
2 stops
R30 565Delta
Fri, Apr 24 - Sat, May 2
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:07 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
18h 33m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:55 - 22:28
JNB
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MDW
31h 33m
1 stop
R30 582Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Apr 9 - Wed, Apr 22
Delta Logo
13:10 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
23h 30m
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Delta Logo
21:55 - 22:28
JNB
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MDW
31h 33m
1 stop
R30 648Delta
Thu, Apr 9 - Wed, Apr 22
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13:24 - 21:20
MDW
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JNB
24h 56m
2 stops
KLM Logo
23:15 - 17:56
JNB
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MDW
25h 41m
2 stops
R30 931KLM
Sat, May 2 - Sun, May 17

KLM flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best KLM deals on Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
KLM
May 2
MDW13:24Chicago Midway
24h 56m
2 stops
JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 17
JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 41m
2 stops
MDW17:56Chicago Midway
R30 931
KLM
May 7
MDW13:22Chicago Midway
24h 58m
2 stops
JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 15
JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 18m
2 stops
MDW18:33Chicago Midway
R31 764
KLM
May 18
MDW13:22Chicago Midway
24h 58m
2 stops
JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jun 24
JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 50m
2 stops
MDW18:05Chicago Midway
R33 562

Etihad Airways flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Etihad Airways
Mar 25
ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 10m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 17
JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 50m
1 stop
ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
R20 210
Etihad Airways
Mar 26
ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 10m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 17
JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 50m
1 stop
ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
R20 543
Etihad Airways
Mar 18
ORD13:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
36h 20m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 27
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 45m
1 stop
ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
R21 292

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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 13 March 2026.
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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

R16 048

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/4

8:31-0:15

2 stops32h 44m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

1:15-7:41

2 stops61h 26m

R16 065

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/5

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

R16 215

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/5

11:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

R16 365
Fastest return journey

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

R16 515

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Fri 24/4

10:41-19:40

1 stop25h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

21:55-16:26

1 stop25h 31m

R30 482

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Fri 24/4

14:12-19:40

2 stops22h 28m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

21:55-17:58

2 stops27h 03m

R30 565

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/4

18:07-19:40

1 stop18h 33m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

21:55-22:28

1 stop31h 33m

R30 582

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/4

13:10-19:40

2 stops23h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

21:55-22:28

1 stop31h 33m

R30 648

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/5

13:24-21:20

2 stops24h 56m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

23:15-17:56

2 stops25h 41m

R30 931

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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 R16 914, 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 R17 014.

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 137 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 R15 749 on momondo.

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

As of March 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

19h 30m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 19h 30m
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 30m, 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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