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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chicago from R12 183

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 29/6. 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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Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 11:00
JNB
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ORD
23h 10m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:45 - 11:00
ORD
-
JNB
39h 15m
1 stop
R15 838Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 22:06
JNB
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ORD
31h 06m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 18:30
ORD
-
JNB
24h 35m
2 stops
R16 677United Airlines
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 25
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 743Etihad Airways
Mon, Jul 6 - Mon, Aug 10
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 8:35
JNB
-
ORD
29h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
13:10 - 8:20
ORD
-
JNB
35h 10m
1 stop
R16 858Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:10 - 22:10
JNB
-
MDW
34h 00m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
13:05 - 8:20
MDW
-
JNB
35h 15m
2 stops
R17 237Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Jan 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:50 - 16:10
JNB
-
ORD
28h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:20 - 21:20
ORD
-
JNB
22h 00m
1 stop
R17 237Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 14 - Wed, Apr 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:50 - 15:10
JNB
-
ORD
27h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:20 - 21:20
ORD
-
JNB
22h 00m
1 stop
R17 303Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 25
KLM Logo
23:15 - 19:30
JNB
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ORD
27h 15m
2 stops
KLM Logo
16:20 - 21:20
ORD
-
JNB
22h 00m
1 stop
R17 402KLM
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 25
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 18:32
JNB
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ORD
27h 52m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
15:35 - 8:20
ORD
-
JNB
32h 45m
2 stops
R17 418Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 10
KLM Logo
18:50 - 16:14
JNB
-
MDW
28h 24m
2 stops
KLM Logo
12:46 - 21:20
MDW
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JNB
25h 34m
2 stops
R21 468KLM
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 25

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American Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

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American Airlines
Aug 5
JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 05m
1 stop
ORD12:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 30
ORD18:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 130
American Airlines
Aug 2
JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 14m
2 stops
ORD17:29Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 30
ORD20:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 40m
1 stop
JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 213

United Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
Jul 21
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 06m
1 stop
ORD22:06Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 25
ORD14:31Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 59m
1 stop
JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 677
United Airlines
Jul 6
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 32m
2 stops
ORD20:32Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 10
ORD14:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 793
United Airlines
Jul 21
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 19m
2 stops
ORD14:19Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 25
ORD12:56Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 34m
2 stops
JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 665

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

18:50-11:00

1 stop23h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/11

11:45-11:00

1 stop39h 15m

R15 838

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

22:00-22:06

1 stop31h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

10:55-18:30

2 stops24h 35m

R16 677

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

9:45-15:40

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/8

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R16 743

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

R16 858

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

20:10-22:10

2 stops34h 00m

Chicago Midway

Thu 21/1

13:05-8:20

2 stops35h 15m

R17 237

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

18:50-16:10

2 stops28h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/4

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 237

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

18:50-15:10

1 stop27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 303
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

23:15-19:30

2 stops27h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 402

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

21:40-18:32

2 stops27h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/11

15:35-8:20

2 stops32h 45m

R17 418

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

18:50-16:14

2 stops28h 24m

Chicago Midway

Tue 25/8

12:46-21:20

2 stops25h 34m

R21 468

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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 804. 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 183.

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 R18 876 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 344 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

23h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 23h 10m
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. 23h 10m 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 167Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 454 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R13 439Free CancellationRating
7,4
4 409 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 462Free CancellationRating
7,2
1 007 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 280Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 865 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 217Free CancellationRating
6,7
8 058 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 557Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 530 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R16 775Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 727 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R16 895Free CancellationRating
7,8
8 421 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R19 596Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 591 reviews
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