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

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

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

British Airways, KLM and United 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 43% 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 August 2025, 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.

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9:50 - 8:45JNB-ORD

29h 55m1 stop

13:55 - 8:20ORD-JNB

35h 25m1 stop

R14 396Etihad Airways

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Wed, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 8

9:50 - 8:15JNB-ORD

30h 25m1 stop

13:10 - 8:20ORD-JNB

35h 10m1 stop

R14 449Etihad Airways

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Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 25

19:05 - 18:25JNB-ORD

31h 20m1 stop

12:50 - 10:50ORD-JNB

39h 00m1 stop

R15 661Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Mar 11

19:10 - 10:05JNB-ORD

22h 55m1 stop

20:20 - 10:50ORD-JNB

30h 30m1 stop

R15 960Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Feb 10 - Thu, Feb 26

22:00 - 14:04JNB-ORD

24h 04m2 stops

14:45 - 18:35ORD-JNB

19h 50m1 stop

R17 560United Airlines

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Sun, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 26

19:35 - 14:00JNB-ORD

26h 25m2 stops

16:33 - 10:25ORD-JNB

33h 52m2 stops

R17 665British Airways

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Thu, Nov 6 - Fri, Jan 9

19:45 - 15:20JNB-ORD

27h 35m1 stop

7:45 - 18:35ORD-JNB

26h 50m2 stops

R17 859United Airlines

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Thu, Nov 6 - Fri, Jan 9

22:00 - 13:50JNB-ORD

23h 50m1 stop

16:25 - 7:35ORD-JNB

31h 10m2 stops

R17 982British Airways

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Wed, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 28

23:59 - 18:08JNB-MDW

26h 09m2 stops

13:00 - 22:05MDW-JNB

25h 05m2 stops

R18 193KLM

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Tue, Feb 10 - Thu, Feb 26

23:59 - 18:36JNB-MDW

26h 37m2 stops

14:00 - 22:05MDW-JNB

24h 05m2 stops

R104 006KLM

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Fri, Dec 12 - Tue, Jan 6

Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets

Etihad Airways

Oct 1

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

ORD8:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 8

ORD13:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Etihad Airways

Feb 11

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m

1 stop

ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 25

ORD13:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 449

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Etihad Airways

Nov 6

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m

1 stop

ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 10

ORD13:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 765

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Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 11

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

2 stops

ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 25

ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 609

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 11

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 20m

2 stops

ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 24

ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 908

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 12

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

2 stops

ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 25

ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 540

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/10

9:50-8:45

1 stop29h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/10

13:55-8:20

1 stop35h 25m

R14 396

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

9:50-8:15

1 stop30h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/2

13:10-8:20

1 stop35h 10m

R14 449

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:05-18:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/3

12:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R15 661

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 26/2

20:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R15 960

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

22:00-14:04

2 stops24h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 26/2

14:45-18:35

1 stop19h 50m

R17 560

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

19:35-14:00

2 stops26h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/1

16:33-10:25

2 stops33h 52m

R17 665

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

19:45-15:20

1 stop27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/1

7:45-18:35

2 stops26h 50m

R17 859

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

22:00-13:50

1 stop23h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/2

16:25-7:35

2 stops31h 10m

R17 982

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

23:59-18:08

2 stops26h 09m

Chicago Midway

Thu 26/2

13:00-22:05

2 stops25h 05m

R18 193

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/12

23:59-18:36

2 stops26h 37m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/1

14:00-22:05

2 stops24h 05m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to Chicago

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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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 R17 103. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R17 700.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chicago from Johannesburg is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as R18 363. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Chicago on Saturday is R20 457.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our data shows that the cheapest Johannesburg to Chicago flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Chicago in the afternoon for as low as R18 128. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around R18 711. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 R20 050 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 R17 665 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to Chicago flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Johannesburg to Chicago

Best price found	R10 441
Fastest flight time	20h 53m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chicago	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R10 441. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R14 396.

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 20h 53m

There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Chicago. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Chicago Midway Airport.

There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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How far is Johannesburg to Chicago by plane?
Chicago is 13972,2 km away from Johannesburg. 20h 53m 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 August 2025, 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Chicago with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R14 205	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 233 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 586	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 835 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 972	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 945 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R16 184	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 657 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R16 617	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 8 925 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 017	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 7 277 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R17 400	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 385 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R17 588	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,0 7 981 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 925	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 350	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 315 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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