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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chicago from R9 142

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Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 8:35
JNB
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ORD
29h 45m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
14:00 - 8:20
ORD
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JNB
35h 20m
1 stop
R13 155Etihad Airways
Thu, Mar 19 - Thu, Apr 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:40
JNB
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ORD
25h 10m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 13:05
ORD
-
JNB
19h 50m
1 stop
R13 282Ethiopian Air
Wed, Mar 11 - Mon, Mar 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:40
JNB
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ORD
25h 10m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 13:05
ORD
-
JNB
19h 50m
1 stop
R13 426Ethiopian Air
Tue, Mar 10 - Mon, Mar 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:40
JNB
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ORD
25h 10m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 13:05
ORD
-
JNB
19h 50m
1 stop
R13 744Ethiopian Air
Tue, Mar 10 - Thu, Mar 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 8:40
JNB
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ORD
31h 20m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 13:05
ORD
-
JNB
19h 50m
1 stop
R13 824Ethiopian Air
Wed, Mar 11 - Thu, Mar 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:15
JNB
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ORD
24h 45m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 13:05
ORD
-
JNB
19h 50m
1 stop
R14 413Ethiopian Air
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 7:35
JNB
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ORD
29h 45m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
14:00 - 8:20
ORD
-
JNB
35h 20m
1 stop
R14 445Etihad Airways
Fri, Mar 6 - Fri, Apr 3
Delta Logo
22:00 - 18:40
JNB
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MDW
27h 40m
2 stops
Delta Logo
13:10 - 19:00
MDW
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JNB
22h 50m
2 stops
R16 197Delta
Wed, Mar 11 - Mon, Mar 23
Delta Logo
21:30 - 18:40
JNB
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MDW
29h 10m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:35 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
27h 05m
2 stops
R16 213Delta
Thu, Mar 5 - Fri, Apr 3
SAUDIA Logo
22:00 - 18:40
JNB
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MDW
27h 40m
2 stops
SAUDIA Logo
18:07 - 19:00
MDW
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JNB
17h 53m
1 stop
R16 308SAUDIA
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 24

American Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

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American Airlines
Feb 25
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 15m
2 stops
ORD19:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 16
ORD20:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 55m
2 stops
JNB7:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 655
American Airlines
Aug 4
JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 35m
2 stops
ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sept 15
ORD21:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 00m
2 stops
JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 687

Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
Etihad Airways
Mar 19
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 45m
1 stop
ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 2
ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 20m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 155
Etihad Airways
Feb 25
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 45m
1 stop
ORD7:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 16
ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 10m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 302
Etihad Airways
Feb 25
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 45m
1 stop
ORD7:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 16
ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 10m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 397

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/4

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R13 155

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/3

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R13 282

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/3

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R13 426

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 26/3

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R13 744

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

8:20-8:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 26/3

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R13 824

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R14 413

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

9:50-7:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/4

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R14 445

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

22:00-18:40

2 stops27h 40m

Chicago Midway

Mon 23/3

13:10-19:00

2 stops22h 50m

R16 197

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

21:30-18:40

2 stops29h 10m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/4

9:35-19:40

2 stops27h 05m

R16 213

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

22:00-18:40

2 stops27h 40m

Chicago Midway

Tue 24/3

18:07-19:00

1 stop17h 53m

R16 308

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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 R15 098. 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 R15 799.

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 549 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 066 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to Chicago flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

24h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 24h 05m
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. 24h 05m 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.

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  • 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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Rating
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Price
Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R12 737Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 396 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R13 514Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 216 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R13 855Free CancellationRating
7,2
962 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R14 664Free CancellationRating
7,5
678 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R14 785Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 293 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R15 487Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 749 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R15 832Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 455 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R15 936Free CancellationRating
7,9
8 205 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R16 686Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 739 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R17 643Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 519 reviews
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