What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Chicago?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Chicago

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

United Airlines, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Johannesburg according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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?

As of November 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from 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.

R10 264 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Chicago in 2026/27

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8:20 - 8:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

10:15 - 20:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R15 595Ethiopian Air

Fri, Mar 19 - Sat, Apr 24

8:20 - 7:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

9:45 - 13:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R15 645Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Jan 14

18:50 - 18:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 30m1 stop Istanbul

20:15 - 22:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 10m1 stop Istanbul

R15 926Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27

9:50 - 7:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:00 - 8:15ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R16 175Etihad Airways

Sun, Mar 7 - Tue, Apr 6

9:50 - 7:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:00 - 8:15ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R16 589Etihad Airways

Mon, Mar 8 - Wed, Apr 7

21:40 - 22:22JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MDW Chicago Midway

32h 42m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 - 19:10MDW Chicago Midway-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R16 688Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31

21:40 - 23:07JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 27m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:29 - 19:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R16 688Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31

22:00 - 10:53JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 53m1 stop Newark

11:45 - 18:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 45m1 stop Newark

R16 887United Airlines

Sun, Mar 7 - Mon, Apr 5

22:00 - 12:52JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 52m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

15:00 - 18:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark

R16 887United Airlines

Sun, Mar 7 - Mon, Apr 5

18:50 - 11:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 10m1 stop Istanbul

11:20 - 22:40ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 20m1 stop Istanbul

R16 920Turkish Airlines

Fri, Mar 19 - Tue, May 18

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18:50 - 10:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 10m1 stop Istanbul

20:15 - 22:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 10m1 stop Istanbul

R16 142Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30

23:00 - 7:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

40h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

9:45 - 13:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R17 449Ethiopian Air

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30

21:40 - 22:54JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MDW Chicago Midway

33h 14m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

13:05 - 19:10MDW Chicago Midway-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R17 930Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30

23:59 - 18:04JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MDW Chicago Midway

26h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13:05 - 22:00MDW Chicago Midway-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

R17 963KLM

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30

23:59 - 19:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 06m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:38 - 22:00ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 22m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol

R17 963KLM

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30

18:50 - 10:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 10m1 stop Istanbul

11:45 - 19:00ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

47h 15m2 stops Istanbul Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

R19 535Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30

23:59 - 18:04JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MDW Chicago Midway

26h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:00 - 19:10MDW Chicago Midway-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R19 734Delta

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30

13:25 - 15:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

19:45 - 16:40ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

R22 251Emirates

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30

13:45 - 12:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

18:50 - 8:40ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R24 519Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30

14:30 - 7:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

9:45 - 20:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R62 663Ethiopian Air

Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 28

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Turkish Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 20

JNB0:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 40m

1 stop

ORD10:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

Dec 5

ORD11:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 40m

1 stop

JNB22:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 446

Turkish Airlines

Nov 20

JNB0:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 40m

1 stop

ORD10:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

Dec 5

ORD11:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 40m

1 stop

JNB22:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 810

Turkish Airlines

Nov 24

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 30m

1 stop

ORD18:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 27

ORD20:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

42h 10m

1 stop

JNB22:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 926

Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 19

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 20m

2 stops

ORD8:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 24

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 595

Ethiopian Air

Nov 29

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 20m

2 stops

ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 12

ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 645

Ethiopian Air

Mar 6

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

2 stops

ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 4

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 860

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/3

8:20-8:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 24/4

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R15 595

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/11

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 14/1

9:45-13:30

1 stop19h 45m

R15 645

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

18:50-18:20

1 stop31h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/11

20:15-22:25

1 stop42h 10m

R15 926

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/3

9:50-7:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/4

14:00-8:15

1 stop35h 15m

R16 175

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/3

9:50-7:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/4

14:00-8:15

1 stop35h 15m

R16 589

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MDW Chicago Midway

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

21:40-22:22

2 stops32h 42m

Chicago Midway

Thu 31/12

6:00-19:10

1 stop29h 10m

R16 688

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

21:40-23:07

2 stops33h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 31/12

12:29-19:10

1 stop22h 41m

R16 688

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/3

22:00-10:53

1 stop20h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

11:45-18:30

1 stop23h 45m

R16 887

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/3

22:00-12:52

2 stops22h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

15:00-18:30

2 stops20h 30m

R16 887

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/3

18:50-11:00

1 stop23h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 18/5

11:20-22:40

1 stop28h 20m

R16 920

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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 R15 761 to R17 019.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R15 595.

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 R16 522. 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 R16 638.

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 696 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 R16 373 on momondo.

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Best price found	R10 264
Fastest flight time	24h 45m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R10 264. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 595.

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 24h 45m

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. 24h 45m 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?
As of November 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from 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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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 674	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 468 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R14 566	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 555 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 366	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 10 487 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R15 523	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 047 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 296	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 285 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 724	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 599 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R16 869	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 699 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R20 571	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 698 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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