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

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Delta 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.

R9 826 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 565 to R25 796. The lowest price recently found on this route was R13 939.

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19:05 - 19:25

JNB

ORD

31h 20m1 stop

20:10 - 10:30

ORD

JNB

31h 20m1 stop

R13 939Turkish Airlines

Fri, Mar 13 - Wed, Apr 15

19:05 - 18:25

JNB

ORD

31h 20m1 stop

20:20 - 10:50

ORD

JNB

30h 30m1 stop

R14 830Turkish Airlines

Sun, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 1

19:05 - 18:25

JNB

ORD

31h 20m1 stop

20:20 - 10:50

ORD

JNB

30h 30m1 stop

R15 375Turkish Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2

19:05 - 10:05

JNB

ORD

23h 00m1 stop

23:50 - 10:30

ORD

JNB

27h 40m1 stop

R15 508Turkish Airlines

Sun, Feb 8 - Wed, Sep 23

22:00 - 13:15

JNB

ORD

23h 15m2 stops

9:25 - 18:30

ORD

JNB

26h 05m2 stops

R16 284United Airlines

Sun, Feb 8 - Wed, Sep 23

11:40 - 18:25

JNB

ORD

38h 45m2 stops

18:50 - 17:15

ORD

JNB

38h 25m2 stops

R16 300Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2

22:00 - 17:42

JNB

ORD

27h 42m2 stops

17:50 - 9:25

ORD

JNB

32h 35m1 stop

R16 565British Airways

Sun, Feb 8 - Wed, Sep 23

23:59 - 18:01

JNB

ORD

26h 02m2 stops

12:29 - 22:05

ORD

JNB

25h 36m2 stops

R16 730KLM

Sun, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 1

17:40 - 17:45

JNB

MDW

32h 05m2 stops

12:45 - 19:00

MDW

JNB

22h 15m1 stop

R18 943Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2

23:59 - 18:40

JNB

MDW

25h 41m2 stops

12:55 - 21:20

MDW

JNB

25h 25m2 stops

R27 927KLM

Fri, Mar 13 - Wed, Apr 15

Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

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Qatar Airways

Jan 10

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 45m

1 stop

ORD14:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 18

ORD18:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 05m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

R29 479

Qatar Airways

Jan 10

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 45m

1 stop

ORD14:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 18

ORD18:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 05m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

R30 057

Qatar Airways

Jan 10

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 45m

1 stop

ORD14:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 20

ORD18:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 50m

1 stop

JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R30 867

Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 21

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

2 stops

ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 28

ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 293

Ethiopian Air

Feb 22

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

2 stops

ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 1

ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 712

Ethiopian Air

Jan 11

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

2 stops

ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 17

ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 743

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

19:05-19:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R13 939

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

19:05-18:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/3

20:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R14 830

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

19:05-18:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

20:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R15 375

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

19:05-10:05

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/9

23:50-10:30

1 stop27h 40m

R15 508

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

22:00-13:15

2 stops23h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/9

9:25-18:30

2 stops26h 05m

R16 284

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

11:40-18:25

2 stops38h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

18:50-17:15

2 stops38h 25m

R16 300

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

22:00-17:42

2 stops27h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/9

17:50-9:25

1 stop32h 35m

R16 565

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

23:59-18:01

2 stops26h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/3

12:29-22:05

2 stops25h 36m

R16 730

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

17:40-17:45

2 stops32h 05m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/3

12:45-19:00

1 stop22h 15m

R18 943

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

23:59-18:40

2 stops25h 41m

Chicago Midway

Wed 15/4

12:55-21:20

2 stops25h 25m

R27 927

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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 755. 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 465.

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 752 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 152 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 55m
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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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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?
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 209	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 365 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 040	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 154 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 368	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 938 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 206	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 332	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 146 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 074	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 665 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 349	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 434 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 525	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 035 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 245	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 702 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R18 251	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 464 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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