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

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Illinois

Which airlines fly to Illinois?

British Airways, KLM and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Johannesburg according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Illinois 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 Illinois?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Illinois refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Illinois?

The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Illinois is 12 as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Illinois?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Illinois.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?

The required travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:45 - 8:35

JNB

ORD

29h 50m

1 stop

14:00 - 8:15

ORD

JNB

35h 15m

1 stop

R14 150Etihad Airways

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

9:45 - 8:35

JNB

ORD

29h 50m

1 stop

14:00 - 8:15

ORD

JNB

35h 15m

1 stop

R14 354Etihad Airways

Sun, May 3 - Wed, May 20

9:50 - 8:35

JNB

ORD

29h 45m

1 stop

14:00 - 8:20

ORD

JNB

35h 20m

1 stop

R14 438Etihad Airways

Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 9

9:45 - 9:15

JNB

ORD

30h 30m

1 stop

14:00 - 8:15

ORD

JNB

35h 15m

1 stop

R14 913Etihad Airways

Sun, Apr 5 - Mon, Apr 20

15:05 - 10:28

JNB

STL

26h 23m

2 stops

6:00 - 18:30

STL

JNB

29h 30m

2 stops

R19 579United Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12

23:15 - 18:33

JNB

MDW

26h 18m

2 stops

13:22 - 21:20

MDW

JNB

24h 58m

2 stops

R21 513KLM

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

20:40 - 22:19

JNB

STL

32h 39m

2 stops

12:27 - 8:50

STL

JNB

37h 23m

2 stops

R22 260Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, May 11

14:45 - 22:19

JNB

STL

38h 34m

2 stops

12:27 - 16:10

STL

JNB

44h 43m

2 stops

R22 311Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, May 12

23:15 - 18:33

JNB

MDW

26h 18m

2 stops

12:45 - 21:20

MDW

JNB

25h 35m

2 stops

R31 456KLM

Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 9

20:25 - 21:09

JNB

MDW

31h 44m

2 stops

12:53 - 19:40

MDW

JNB

23h 47m

1 stop

R32 457Virgin Atlantic

Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14

Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg to Illinois

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Etihad Airways

May 6

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 50m

1 stop

ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

May 13

ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 15m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 150

Etihad Airways

May 3

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 50m

1 stop

ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

May 20

ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 15m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 354

Etihad Airways

Jun 3

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 45m

1 stop

ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 9

ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 438

Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg to Illinois

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Kenya Airways

Apr 21

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 41m

2 stops

ORD17:41Chicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 28

ORD18:21Chicago O'Hare Intl

38h 29m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 462

Kenya Airways

Jun 3

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 30m

2 stops

ORD14:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 9

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 15m

2 stops

JNB0:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 903

Kenya Airways

Apr 6

JNB1:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 42m

2 stops

ORD12:57Chicago O'Hare Intl

Dec 30

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

34h 25m

2 stops

JNB0:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R22 650

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1 stop29h 50m

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14:00-8:15

1 stop35h 15m

R14 150

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

9:45-8:35

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 20/5

14:00-8:15

1 stop35h 15m

R14 354

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/6

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R14 438

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:45-9:15

1 stop30h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/4

14:00-8:15

1 stop35h 15m

R14 913

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

15:05-10:28

2 stops26h 23m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/5

6:00-18:30

2 stops29h 30m

R19 579

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

23:15-18:33

2 stops26h 18m

Chicago Midway

Wed 13/5

13:22-21:20

2 stops24h 58m

R21 513

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

20:40-22:19

2 stops32h 39m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 11/5

12:27-8:50

2 stops37h 23m

R22 260

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

14:45-22:19

2 stops38h 34m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/5

12:27-16:10

2 stops44h 43m

R22 311

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

23:15-18:33

2 stops26h 18m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/6

12:45-21:20

2 stops25h 35m

R31 456

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

20:25-21:09

2 stops31h 44m

Chicago Midway

Thu 14/5

12:53-19:40

1 stop23h 47m

R32 457

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to Illinois

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 Illinois?

If you are unable to visit Illinois 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 831.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Illinois?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around R18 708 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Johannesburg for as low as R16 067 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	24h 25m
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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Illinois takes 24h 25m

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Illinois refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Illinois?
The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Illinois is 12 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Illinois?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The required travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Illinois

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R13 570	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 429 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 013	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 274 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 760	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 977 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 747	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 467 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 631	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 813 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 866	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 477 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 977	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 319 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 777	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R20 195	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 543 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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