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?

Egyptair, Virgin Atlantic, and Cathay Pacific 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

13:10 - 8:20

ORD

JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

R17 578Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3

5:25 - 12:36

JNB

ORD

38h 11m

2 stops

6:00 - 15:50

ORD

JNB

25h 50m

2 stops

R17 961Kenya Airways

Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 25

20:55 - 15:05

JNB

ORD

25h 10m

1 stop

19:20 - 9:00

ORD

JNB

30h 40m

1 stop

R18 311Qatar Airways

Sun, Aug 2 - Mon, Aug 17

12:40 - 16:50

JNB

ORD

35h 10m

1 stop

19:20 - 4:00

ORD

JNB

25h 40m

1 stop

R18 894Qatar Airways

Sat, Jun 13 - Sat, Jun 20

20:25 - 18:18

JNB

MDW

28h 53m

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18:55 - 10:25

MDW

JNB

32h 30m

2 stops

R19 927Delta

Sun, Jun 7 - Sat, Jun 20

21:55 - 16:16

JNB

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25h 21m

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18:55 - 10:25

MDW

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32h 30m

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R21 327Delta

Sun, Jun 7 - Sat, Jun 20

20:25 - 21:46

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MDW

32h 21m

2 stops

17:25 - 19:40

MDW

JNB

19h 15m

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R23 343Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 13

19:00 - 8:34

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STL

44h 34m

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16:50 - 18:30

STL

JNB

18h 40m

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R24 242United Airlines

Sun, Aug 2 - Wed, Aug 19

19:00 - 23:44

JNB

STL

35h 44m

2 stops

12:27 - 18:30

STL

JNB

23h 03m

1 stop

R26 642United Airlines

Sun, Aug 2 - Wed, Aug 19

21:55 - 16:15

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MDW

25h 20m

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17:10 - 19:40

MDW

JNB

19h 30m

1 stop

R26 925Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Jul 6 - Tue, Jul 21

Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg to Illinois

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Kenya Airways

Oct 27

JNB5:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 11m

2 stops

ORD12:36Chicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 25

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 961

Kenya Airways

Sept 7

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 31m

2 stops

ORD12:41Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 3

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

34h 25m

2 stops

JNB0:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 544

Kenya Airways

Sept 7

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 41m

2 stops

ORD17:41Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 3

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

34h 25m

2 stops

JNB0:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 194

American Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Illinois

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American Airlines

Jul 6

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

1 stop

ORD15:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 13

ORD17:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 25m

1 stop

JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 444

American Airlines

Jul 6

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 20m

1 stop

ORD17:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 13

ORD22:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 40m

2 stops

JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 527

American Airlines

Jul 6

JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 35m

2 stops

ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 13

ORD22:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 40m

2 stops

JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 977

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9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

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1 stop35h 10m

R17 578

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

5:25-12:36

2 stops38h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

6:00-15:50

2 stops25h 50m

R17 961

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

20:55-15:05

1 stop25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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19:20-9:00

1 stop30h 40m

R18 311

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

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12:40-16:50

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R18 894

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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20:25-18:18

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R19 927

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Sun 7/6

21:55-16:16

1 stop25h 21m

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R21 327

JohannesburgChicago

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Thu 3/9

20:25-21:46

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R23 343

JohannesburgSt. Louis

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Sun 2/8

19:00-8:34

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Wed 19/8

16:50-18:30

1 stop18h 40m

R24 242

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

19:00-23:44

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Wed 19/8

12:27-18:30

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R26 642

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

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Mon 6/7

21:55-16:15

1 stop25h 20m

Chicago Midway

Tue 21/7

17:10-19:40

1 stop19h 30m

R26 925

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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 946.

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 925 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 445 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 55m
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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Illinois takes 22h 55m

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

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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 323	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 437 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 601	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 379 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 636	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 464	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 733 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 420	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 986 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 672	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 452 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 756	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 517 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R16 977	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 832	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 574 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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