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

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

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

British Airways, KLM and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Johannesburg according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 10 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 January 2026, there are 10 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 301 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Chicago in 2026

Q: 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 532 to R25 745. The lowest price recently found on this route was R14 092.

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9:50 - 7:35

JNB

ORD

29h 45m1 stop

14:00 - 8:20

ORD

JNB

35h 20m1 stop

R14 092Etihad Airways

Wed, Mar 4 - Thu, Apr 2

9:50 - 7:35

JNB

ORD

29h 45m1 stop

14:00 - 8:20

ORD

JNB

35h 20m1 stop

R14 224Etihad Airways

Fri, Mar 6 - Thu, Apr 2

18:00 - 9:40

JNB

ORD

22h 40m1 stop

20:10 - 10:30

ORD

JNB

31h 20m1 stop

R14 274Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Fri, May 8

19:05 - 10:05

JNB

ORD

23h 00m1 stop

20:20 - 10:50

ORD

JNB

30h 30m1 stop

R14 323Turkish Airlines

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25

19:05 - 10:05

JNB

ORD

23h 00m1 stop

19:50 - 10:30

ORD

JNB

31h 40m1 stop

R14 471Turkish Airlines

Fri, Mar 6 - Fri, Apr 3

8:20 - 7:40

JNB

ORD

31h 20m2 stops

9:45 - 20:10

ORD

JNB

26h 25m1 stop

R14 702Ethiopian Air

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25

21:55 - 17:37

JNB

MDW

27h 42m2 stops

17:40 - 19:40

MDW

JNB

19h 00m1 stop

R16 795Delta

Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Apr 1

23:59 - 17:40

JNB

MDW

25h 41m2 stops

17:40 - 19:40

MDW

JNB

19h 00m1 stop

R16 960Delta

Sat, Mar 7 - Wed, Apr 1

23:59 - 18:40

JNB

MDW

26h 41m2 stops

13:10 - 21:20

MDW

JNB

25h 10m2 stops

R17 158KLM

Thu, Mar 5 - Sat, Apr 4

23:59 - 18:40

JNB

MDW

26h 41m2 stops

13:10 - 21:20

MDW

JNB

25h 10m2 stops

R17 949KLM

Thu, Mar 5 - Fri, Apr 3

British Airways flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

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British Airways

Feb 16

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 15m

1 stop

ORD13:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 18

ORD17:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 15m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 372

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British Airways

Mar 3

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 25m

2 stops

ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 6

ORD19:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 45m

2 stops

JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 438

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British Airways

Feb 16

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 15m

1 stop

ORD13:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 18

ORD16:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

34h 15m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 554

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United Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

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United Airlines

Feb 1

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 15m

2 stops

ORD13:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 8

ORD10:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 00m

2 stops

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 444

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United Airlines

Mar 8

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 20m

1 stop

ORD21:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 31

ORD11:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 15m

2 stops

JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 790

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United Airlines

Mar 8

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 30m

2 stops

ORD20:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 31

ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 30m

2 stops

JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 889

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

9:50-7:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/4

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R14 092

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

9:50-7:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/4

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R14 224

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/5

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R14 274

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

19:05-10:05

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/2

20:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R14 323

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

19:05-10:05

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/4

19:50-10:30

1 stop31h 40m

R14 471

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/2

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

R14 702

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

21:55-17:37

2 stops27h 42m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/4

17:40-19:40

1 stop19h 00m

R16 795

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

23:59-17:40

2 stops25h 41m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/4

17:40-19:40

1 stop19h 00m

R16 960

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

23:59-18:40

2 stops26h 41m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/4

13:10-21:20

2 stops25h 10m

R17 158

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

23:59-18:40

2 stops26h 41m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/4

13:10-21:20

2 stops25h 10m

R17 949

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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 R15 724. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R16 433.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 R17 717 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 120 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 15m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 22h 15m

There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Chicago. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Chicago.

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How far is Johannesburg to Chicago by plane?
Chicago is 13972,2 km away from Johannesburg. 22h 15m 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 January 2026, there are 10 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R13 182	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 355 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 012	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 150 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 339	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 925 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 176	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 301	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 138 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 042	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 645 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 316	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 434 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 492	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 017 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 211	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 700 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R18 215	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 456 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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