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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chicago from R10 224

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 6/9. 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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United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 21:18
JNB
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ORD
31h 18m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
21:47 - 18:35
ORD
-
JNB
36h 48m
2 stops
R16 554United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 24
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 15:40
JNB
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ORD
36h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
21:10 - 8:20
ORD
-
JNB
28h 10m
1 stop
R16 736Etihad Airways
Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:55 - 9:40
JNB
-
ORD
22h 45m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 - 10:30
ORD
-
JNB
40h 05m
1 stop
R16 935Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 17
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 15:40
JNB
-
ORD
36h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
14:00 - 8:20
ORD
-
JNB
35h 20m
1 stop
R16 952Etihad Airways
Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 21
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 15:40
JNB
-
ORD
36h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
21:10 - 8:15
ORD
-
JNB
28h 05m
1 stop
R16 968Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 22:06
JNB
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ORD
31h 06m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
21:35 - 18:30
ORD
-
JNB
37h 55m
1 stop
R17 002United Airlines
Tue, Aug 4 - Thu, Sep 10
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:55 - 22:44
JNB
-
MDW
31h 49m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:00 - 19:40
MDW
-
JNB
30h 40m
1 stop
R17 151Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 17
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:15 - 20:56
JNB
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ORD
31h 41m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
13:30 - 10:05
ORD
-
JNB
36h 35m
2 stops
R17 316Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Jan 13
KLM Logo
18:50 - 16:15
JNB
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MDW
28h 25m
2 stops
KLM Logo
13:25 - 21:20
MDW
-
JNB
24h 55m
2 stops
R17 615KLM
Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 25
KLM Logo
18:50 - 16:15
JNB
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MDW
28h 25m
2 stops
KLM Logo
13:25 - 21:20
MDW
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JNB
24h 55m
2 stops
R17 764KLM
Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 25

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KLM flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best KLM deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
KLM
Aug 5
JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 05m
2 stops
ORD18:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 31
ORD16:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 30m
1 stop
JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 598
KLM
Aug 5
JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 05m
2 stops
ORD18:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 25
ORD16:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 00m
1 stop
JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 615
KLM
Sept 9
JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 00m
1 stop
ORD14:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 3
ORD16:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 35m
1 stop
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 631

United Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
Nov 12
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 18m
1 stop
ORD21:18Chicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 24
ORD21:47Chicago O'Hare Intl
36h 48m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 554
United Airlines
Aug 4
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 06m
1 stop
ORD22:06Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sept 10
ORD21:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 55m
1 stop
JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 002
United Airlines
Aug 4
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 06m
1 stop
ORD22:06Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sept 10
ORD21:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 55m
1 stop
JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 018

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

22:00-21:18

1 stop31h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/11

21:47-18:35

2 stops36h 48m

R16 554

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/8

9:45-15:40

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/9

21:10-8:20

1 stop28h 10m

R16 736

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

17:55-9:40

1 stop22h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/10

11:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

R16 935

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:45-15:40

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R16 952

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

9:45-15:40

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 17/9

21:10-8:15

1 stop28h 05m

R16 968

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

22:00-22:06

1 stop31h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

21:35-18:30

1 stop37h 55m

R17 002

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

21:55-22:44

1 stop31h 49m

Chicago Midway

Sat 17/10

6:00-19:40

1 stop30h 40m

R17 151

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

20:15-20:56

2 stops31h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/1

13:30-10:05

2 stops36h 35m

R17 316
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

18:50-16:15

2 stops28h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 25/8

13:25-21:20

2 stops24h 55m

R17 615

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

18:50-16:15

2 stops28h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 25/8

13:25-21:20

2 stops24h 55m

R17 764

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R16 811 to R21 070.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R16 554.

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 427. 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 709.

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 643 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 494 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to Chicago flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

25h 28m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 25h 28m
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. 25h 28m 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.

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  • 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 253Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 486 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R13 527Free CancellationRating
7,4
4 455 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R14 278Free CancellationRating
7,4
10 029 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 615Free CancellationRating
7,2
1 009 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 641Free CancellationRating
6,7
8 132 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 739Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 544 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R16 885Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 747 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R19 724Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 636 reviews
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