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Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 16:50
JNB
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ORD
28h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
19:20 - 4:00
ORD
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JNB
25h 40m
1 stop
R17 317Qatar Airways
Tue, Jun 9 - Mon, Aug 17
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 11:56
JNB
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ORD
25h 56m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 - 10:55
ORD
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JNB
44h 55m
2 stops
R17 949Kenya Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 25
Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 15:05
JNB
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ORD
25h 10m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
19:20 - 9:00
ORD
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JNB
30h 40m
1 stop
R18 299Qatar Airways
Sun, Aug 2 - Mon, Aug 17
Kenya Airways Logo
12:10 - 12:41
JNB
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ORD
31h 31m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 - 0:25
ORD
-
JNB
34h 25m
2 stops
R18 532Kenya Airways
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:35 - 14:50
JNB
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ORD
26h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 10:25
ORD
-
JNB
32h 25m
2 stops
R18 765Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 12:41
JNB
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ORD
26h 41m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 15:50
ORD
-
JNB
25h 50m
2 stops
R19 165Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 7:27
JNB
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ORD
40h 27m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:15 - 18:30
ORD
-
JNB
24h 15m
2 stops
R19 381United Airlines
Tue, Jun 9 - Mon, Aug 17
KLM Logo
23:15 - 18:18
JNB
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MDW
26h 03m
2 stops
KLM Logo
13:27 - 21:20
MDW
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JNB
24h 53m
2 stops
R21 129KLM
Tue, Jun 9 - Mon, Aug 17
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:25 - 21:46
JNB
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MDW
32h 21m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
17:25 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
19h 15m
1 stop
R23 327Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 13
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:55 - 16:15
JNB
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MDW
25h 20m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
17:10 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
19h 30m
1 stop
R26 907Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Jul 6 - Tue, Jul 21

Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

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Qatar Airways
Jun 9
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 00m
1 stop
ORD16:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 17
ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 40m
1 stop
JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 316
Qatar Airways
Aug 2
JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 10m
1 stop
ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 17
ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 40m
1 stop
JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 299
Qatar Airways
Aug 10
JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 10m
1 stop
ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 31
ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 40m
1 stop
JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 599

Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Oct 27
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 56m
2 stops
ORD11:56Chicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 25
ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
44h 55m
2 stops
JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 949
Kenya Airways
Sept 7
JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 31m
2 stops
ORD12:41Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 3
ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 25m
2 stops
JNB0:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 532
Kenya Airways
Sept 7
JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 31m
2 stops
ORD12:41Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 3
ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 50m
2 stops
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 197

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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 19 May 2026.
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

19:50-16:50

1 stop28h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/8

19:20-4:00

1 stop25h 40m

R17 316

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

17:00-11:56

2 stops25h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

6:00-10:55

2 stops44h 55m

R17 949

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

20:55-15:05

1 stop25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/8

19:20-9:00

1 stop30h 40m

R18 299

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

12:10-12:41

2 stops31h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

6:00-0:25

2 stops34h 25m

R18 532

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

19:35-14:50

1 stop26h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

18:00-10:25

2 stops32h 25m

R18 765

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

17:00-12:41

2 stops26h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

6:00-15:50

2 stops25h 50m

R19 165

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

22:00-7:27

2 stops40h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/8

11:15-18:30

2 stops24h 15m

R19 381

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

23:15-18:18

2 stops26h 03m

Chicago Midway

Mon 17/8

13:27-21:20

2 stops24h 53m

R21 129

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

20:25-21:46

2 stops32h 21m

Chicago Midway

Sun 13/9

17:25-19:40

1 stop19h 15m

R23 327
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

21:55-16:15

1 stop25h 20m

Chicago Midway

Tue 21/7

17:10-19:40

1 stop19h 30m

R26 907

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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 February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Johannesburg, with most prices found around R10 440. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R11 938.

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 912 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 435 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to Chicago flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

22h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 22h 55m
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. 22h 55m 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
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Price
Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R13 314Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 437 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R13 592Free CancellationRating
7,4
4 379 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 626Free CancellationRating
7,2
999 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 454Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 733 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 390Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 986 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R16 661Free CancellationRating
7,9
8 452 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 745Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 517 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R16 966Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 729 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R19 819Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 574 reviews
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