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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chicago from R10 312

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago departing on 24/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 15:40
JNB
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ORD
36h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
21:10 - 8:15
ORD
-
JNB
28h 05m
1 stop
R16 741Etihad Airways
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 15:40
JNB
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ORD
36h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
21:20 - 8:20
ORD
-
JNB
28h 00m
1 stop
R16 858Etihad Airways
Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Oct 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:55 - 9:40
JNB
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ORD
22h 45m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:10 - 10:15
ORD
-
JNB
31h 05m
1 stop
R16 942Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:00 - 9:40
JNB
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ORD
22h 40m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:15 - 11:00
ORD
-
JNB
30h 45m
1 stop
R17 126Turkish Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 30
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:15 - 20:56
JNB
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ORD
31h 41m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:25 - 8:45
ORD
-
JNB
31h 20m
2 stops
R17 511Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14
KLM Logo
23:15 - 20:30
JNB
-
ORD
28h 15m
2 stops
KLM Logo
17:25 - 22:00
ORD
-
JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
R17 595KLM
Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:50 - 15:10
JNB
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ORD
27h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:25 - 22:00
ORD
-
JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
R17 695Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
KLM Logo
23:15 - 18:01
JNB
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ORD
25h 46m
2 stops
KLM Logo
16:25 - 22:00
ORD
-
JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
R17 879KLM
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
United Airlines Logo
15:05 - 9:39
JNB
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ORD
26h 34m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:00 - 18:35
ORD
-
JNB
27h 35m
2 stops
R18 834United Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 31
United Airlines Logo
15:05 - 9:13
JNB
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ORD
25h 08m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:15 - 18:30
ORD
-
JNB
24h 15m
2 stops
R19 018United Airlines
Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 28

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Virgin Atlantic flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
Virgin Atlantic
Sept 7
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 41m
2 stops
ORD20:56Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sept 14
ORD18:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 20m
2 stops
JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 511
Virgin Atlantic
Sept 8
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 49m
1 stop
MDW22:44Chicago Midway
Sept 15
MDW10:48Chicago Midway
25h 52m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R23 236
Virgin Atlantic
Sept 10
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 29m
1 stop
MDW15:24Chicago Midway
Sept 17
MDW13:00Chicago Midway
23h 40m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R25 279

United Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 6
JNB15:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 34m
2 stops
ORD9:39Chicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 31
ORD7:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 35m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 834
United Airlines
Aug 24
JNB15:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 08m
2 stops
ORD9:13Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sept 28
ORD11:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 15m
2 stops
JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 018
United Airlines
Aug 11
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 21m
2 stops
ORD14:21Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sept 15
ORD12:16Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 14m
1 stop
JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 759

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Chicago 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 29 July 2026.
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

9:45-15:40

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 17/9

21:10-8:15

1 stop28h 05m

R16 741

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

9:45-15:40

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 29/10

21:20-8:20

1 stop28h 00m

R16 858

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

17:55-9:40

1 stop22h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/10

20:10-10:15

1 stop31h 05m

R16 942

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 30/10

21:15-11:00

1 stop30h 45m

R17 126

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:15-20:56

2 stops31h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

18:25-8:45

2 stops31h 20m

R17 511

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

23:15-20:30

2 stops28h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 29/10

17:25-22:00

1 stop21h 35m

R17 595

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

18:50-15:10

1 stop27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

16:25-22:00

1 stop21h 35m

R17 695
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

23:15-18:01

2 stops25h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

16:25-22:00

1 stop21h 35m

R17 879

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/12

15:05-9:39

2 stops26h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 31/12

7:00-18:35

2 stops27h 35m

R18 834

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

15:05-9:13

2 stops25h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 28/9

11:15-18:30

2 stops24h 15m

R19 018

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R16 640 to R21 596.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R16 741.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Johannesburg, with most prices found around R15 586. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R15 904.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around R19 757 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Johannesburg for as low as R15 653 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to Chicago flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

20h 49m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 20h 49m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Chicago. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Chicago.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg to Chicago

  • How far is Johannesburg to Chicago by plane?

    Chicago is 13972,2 km away from Johannesburg. 20h 49m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago?

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Chicago

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R13 389Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 497 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R13 666Free CancellationRating
7,4
4 456 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 765Free CancellationRating
7,2
1 009 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 486Free CancellationRating
7,4
10 048 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 558Free CancellationRating
6,7
8 127 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 911Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 551 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R17 058Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 743 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R20 802Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 640 reviews
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