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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chicago from R11 891

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 3/9. 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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Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 23:50
JNB
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ORD
34h 10m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:30 - 8:20
ORD
-
JNB
38h 50m
2 stops
R17 209Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Jan 21
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 21:10
JNB
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ORD
31h 30m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:10 - 10:05
ORD
-
JNB
31h 55m
2 stops
R17 292Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Mar 1
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 22:10
JNB
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MDW
32h 30m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
13:05 - 8:20
MDW
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JNB
35h 15m
2 stops
R17 292Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Mar 1
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 21:45
JNB
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ORD
31h 05m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
15:00 - 8:20
ORD
-
JNB
33h 20m
2 stops
R17 309Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 10
KLM Logo
23:55 - 14:25
JNB
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ORD
22h 30m
1 stop
KLM Logo
17:25 - 22:00
ORD
-
JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
R17 375KLM
Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Mar 25
KLM Logo
23:55 - 14:25
JNB
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ORD
22h 30m
1 stop
KLM Logo
13:30 - 22:00
ORD
-
JNB
24h 30m
2 stops
R17 391KLM
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Jan 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:20 - 15:10
JNB
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ORD
27h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 - 22:00
ORD
-
JNB
26h 50m
2 stops
R17 457Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Mar 1
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 8:35
JNB
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ORD
29h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
13:10 - 8:20
ORD
-
JNB
35h 10m
1 stop
R17 490Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:20 - 15:10
JNB
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ORD
27h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:25 - 22:00
ORD
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JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
R17 540Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 16:52
JNB
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ORD
25h 52m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:05 - 18:30
ORD
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JNB
28h 25m
1 stop
R17 573United Airlines
Mon, Aug 3 - Tue, Sep 1

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Lufthansa flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best Lufthansa deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
Lufthansa
Aug 3
JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 45m
2 stops
ORD13:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 31
ORD15:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 05m
1 stop
JNB6:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 547
Lufthansa
Aug 3
JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 45m
2 stops
ORD13:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 31
ORD22:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 10m
2 stops
JNB6:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 290
Lufthansa
Aug 5
JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 20m
2 stops
ORD11:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 12
ORD22:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 05m
1 stop
JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 868

American Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 4
JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m
1 stop
ORD12:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 29
ORD22:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 30m
1 stop
JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 208
American Airlines
Aug 3
JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 35m
2 stops
ORD16:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 29
ORD22:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 30m
1 stop
JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 224
American Airlines
Aug 5
JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 29m
2 stops
ORD23:44Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 29
ORD15:01Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 59m
2 stops
JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 307

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

21:40-23:50

2 stops34h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 21/1

9:30-8:20

2 stops38h 50m

R17 209

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

21:40-21:10

2 stops31h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/3

18:10-10:05

2 stops31h 55m

R17 292

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

21:40-22:10

2 stops32h 30m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/3

13:05-8:20

2 stops35h 15m

R17 292

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

21:40-21:45

2 stops31h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/11

15:00-8:20

2 stops33h 20m

R17 308
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

23:55-14:25

1 stop22h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 25/3

17:25-22:00

1 stop21h 35m

R17 375

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

23:55-14:25

1 stop22h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 21/1

13:30-22:00

2 stops24h 30m

R17 391

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

19:20-15:10

1 stop27h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/3

11:10-22:00

2 stops26h 50m

R17 457

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

9:45-8:35

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

13:10-8:20

1 stop35h 10m

R17 490

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/12

19:20-15:10

1 stop27h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 30/12

16:25-22:00

1 stop21h 35m

R17 540

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

22:00-16:52

2 stops25h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/9

7:05-18:30

1 stop28h 25m

R17 573

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of July is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Johannesburg, with most prices found around R11 842. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of July, then departing from Johannesburg during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 222.

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 237 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 393 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to Chicago flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

26h 03m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 26h 03m
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. 26h 03m 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 209Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 463 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R13 482Free CancellationRating
7,4
4 421 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 567Free CancellationRating
7,2
1 007 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 329Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 890 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 269Free CancellationRating
6,7
8 071 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 684Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 530 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R16 829Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 730 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R16 949Free CancellationRating
7,8
8 442 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R19 658Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 600 reviews
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