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.

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

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

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 11 as of May 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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9:50 - 8:35

JNB

ORD

29h 45m

1 stop

21:10 - 8:20

ORD

JNB

28h 10m

1 stop

R17 001Etihad Airways

Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 22

9:50 - 8:35

JNB

ORD

29h 45m

1 stop

14:00 - 7:10

ORD

JNB

58h 10m

2 stops

R17 133Etihad Airways

Wed, Jun 24 - Fri, Jul 24

20:55 - 15:05

JNB

ORD

25h 10m

1 stop

19:20 - 9:00

ORD

JNB

30h 40m

1 stop

R17 166Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

20:55 - 15:05

JNB

ORD

25h 10m

1 stop

19:20 - 9:00

ORD

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30h 40m

1 stop

R17 199Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 17

22:00 - 23:35

JNB

STL

32h 35m

1 stop

8:50 - 18:30

STL

JNB

26h 40m

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R19 840United Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Fri, Aug 14

20:25 - 23:23

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STL

33h 58m

2 stops

17:42 - 8:25

STL

JNB

31h 43m

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R21 028Delta

Tue, Jun 9 - Wed, Aug 19

20:25 - 18:07

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STL

28h 42m

2 stops

15:39 - 19:40

STL

JNB

21h 01m

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R21 044Delta

Mon, Jun 8 - Sun, Aug 16

23:15 - 23:23

JNB

STL

31h 08m

2 stops

14:10 - 21:20

STL

JNB

24h 10m

2 stops

R21 523KLM

Wed, Jun 10 - Tue, Aug 18

18:50 - 20:39

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STL

32h 49m

2 stops

14:10 - 21:20

STL

JNB

24h 10m

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R21 540KLM

Mon, Jun 8 - Tue, Aug 18

22:00 - 15:46

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STL

24h 46m

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8:50 - 18:30

STL

JNB

26h 40m

2 stops

R21 655United Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Fri, Aug 14

Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to Illinois

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Qatar Airways

Sept 8

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

1 stop

ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sept 15

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 40m

1 stop

JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 166

Qatar Airways

Sept 15

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

1 stop

ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sept 17

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 40m

1 stop

JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 199

Qatar Airways

Aug 8

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 59m

2 stops

ORD18:54Chicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 22

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 40m

1 stop

JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 262

Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg to Illinois

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Etihad Airways

Aug 8

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 45m

1 stop

ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 22

ORD21:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 001

Etihad Airways

Jun 24

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 45m

1 stop

ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 24

ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

58h 10m

2 stops

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 133

Etihad Airways

Jun 29

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 50m

1 stop

ORD15:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 4

ORD21:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 545

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1 stop28h 10m

R17 001

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JNB - ORD

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Wed 24/6

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/7

14:00-7:10

2 stops58h 10m

R17 133

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

20:55-15:05

1 stop25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 15/9

19:20-9:00

1 stop30h 40m

R17 166

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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20:55-15:05

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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19:20-9:00

1 stop30h 40m

R17 199

JohannesburgSt. Louis

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

22:00-23:35

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2 stops26h 40m

R19 840

JohannesburgSt. Louis

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

20:25-23:23

2 stops33h 58m

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2 stops31h 43m

R21 028

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JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

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20:25-18:07

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15:39-19:40

1 stop21h 01m

R21 044

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

23:15-23:23

2 stops31h 08m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 18/8

14:10-21:20

2 stops24h 10m

R21 523

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

18:50-20:39

2 stops32h 49m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 18/8

14:10-21:20

2 stops24h 10m

R21 540

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

22:00-15:46

2 stops24h 46m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 14/8

8:50-18:30

2 stops26h 40m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to Illinois

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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 July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R11 834.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 675 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 R15 301 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 10m
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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Illinois takes 22h 10m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg to Illinois

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 11 as of May 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R13 198	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 437 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 474	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 362 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 499	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 319	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 706 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 247	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 975 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 516	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 450 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 599	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 517 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R16 818	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 728 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 646	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 571 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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