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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg from R9 790

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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
R14 133Turkish Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Wed, Apr 29
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8:31 - 0:15
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JNB
32h 44m
2 stops
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17:00 - 7:41
JNB
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ORD
45h 41m
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R14 485Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, May 3
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8:31 - 0:15
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JNB
32h 44m
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17:00 - 17:41
JNB
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ORD
31h 41m
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R14 614Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Thu, Apr 30
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8:31 - 15:50
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JNB
24h 19m
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17:00 - 17:41
JNB
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ORD
31h 41m
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R14 630Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 20 - Sun, Apr 26
Kenya Airways Logo
18:21 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
38h 29m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 17:41
JNB
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ORD
31h 41m
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R14 710Kenya Airways
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
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11:25 - 10:30
ORD
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JNB
40h 05m
1 stop
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18:00 - 9:40
JNB
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ORD
22h 40m
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R14 726Turkish Airlines
Sun, Apr 19 - Mon, Apr 27
Kenya Airways Logo
18:21 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
38h 29m
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Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 12:26
JNB
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ORD
26h 26m
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R14 870Kenya Airways
Sat, Apr 25 - Mon, May 4
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12:52 - 19:40
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JNB
23h 48m
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21:55 - 12:07
JNB
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MDW
21h 12m
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R28 234Delta
Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, May 2
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9:27 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
27h 13m
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21:55 - 18:14
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27h 19m
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R28 314Delta
Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 16
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10:45 - 19:40
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25h 55m
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21:55 - 22:28
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MDW
31h 33m
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R28 330Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Apr 9 - Wed, Apr 22

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Mar 4
ORD20:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 30m
1 stop
JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 10
JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 15m
1 stop
ORD19:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
R14 117
Turkish Airlines
Apr 23
ORD20:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 20m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 29
JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 40m
1 stop
ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
R14 133
Turkish Airlines
Apr 19
ORD11:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 05m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 27
JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 40m
1 stop
ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
R14 726

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
ORD18:21Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 29m
2 stops
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 28
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 41m
2 stops
ORD17:41Chicago O'Hare Intl
R14 710
Kenya Airways
Apr 25
ORD18:21Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 29m
2 stops
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 4
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 26m
2 stops
ORD12:26Chicago O'Hare Intl
R14 870
Kenya Airways
May 7
ORD6:07Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 08m
2 stops
JNB0:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 16
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 21m
2 stops
ORD12:21Chicago O'Hare Intl
R15 767

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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 23 February 2026.
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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

R14 133

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/4

8:31-0:15

2 stops32h 44m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

17:00-7:41

2 stops45h 41m

R14 485

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/4

8:31-0:15

2 stops32h 44m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

17:00-17:41

2 stops31h 41m

R14 614

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/4

8:31-15:50

2 stops24h 19m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

17:00-17:41

2 stops31h 41m

R14 630

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

18:21-15:50

2 stops38h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

17:00-17:41

2 stops31h 41m

R14 710

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/4

11:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

R14 726

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/4

18:21-15:50

2 stops38h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

17:00-12:26

2 stops26h 26m

R14 870

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Tue 21/4

12:52-19:40

1 stop23h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

21:55-12:07

1 stop21h 12m

R28 234

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/5

9:27-19:40

2 stops27h 13m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

21:55-18:14

2 stops27h 19m

R28 314

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/4

10:45-19:40

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

21:55-22:28

1 stop31h 33m

R28 330

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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 815, 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 152.

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 028 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 841 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

18h 33m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 18h 33m
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 18h 33m, 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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