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 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 10 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, Turkish Airlines, 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 12 as of December 2025.

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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24h 45m2 stops

10:15 - 20:10

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JNB

26h 55m1 stop

R13 828Ethiopian Air

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, May 11

19:10 - 10:05

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22h 55m1 stop

20:20 - 10:50

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30h 30m1 stop

R14 044Turkish Airlines

Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 17

17:50 - 9:40

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22h 50m1 stop

11:25 - 10:30

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40h 05m1 stop

R14 344Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, May 11

22:00 - 16:49

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ORD

26h 49m2 stops

21:15 - 18:35

ORD

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37h 20m2 stops

R15 575United Airlines

Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 17

21:55 - 22:22

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32h 27m1 stop

12:45 - 19:00

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22h 15m1 stop

R15 708Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 17

19:45 - 15:20

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27h 35m1 stop

11:15 - 18:35

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23h 20m2 stops

R15 875United Airlines

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16

22:00 - 18:16

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28h 16m2 stops

11:34 - 7:35

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36h 01m2 stops

R17 006British Airways

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16

22:00 - 22:59

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32h 59m2 stops

14:54 - 7:35

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32h 41m2 stops

R17 389British Airways

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

23:15 - 18:05

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25h 50m2 stops

13:00 - 21:20

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25h 20m2 stops

R22 082KLM

Mon, May 25 - Sun, Jun 7

23:15 - 18:45

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26h 30m2 stops

13:00 - 21:20

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25h 20m2 stops

R22 764KLM

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, May 11

United Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Illinois

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United Airlines

Feb 10

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 49m

2 stops

ORD16:49Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 17

ORD21:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 20m

2 stops

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 575

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Feb 9

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 35m

1 stop

ORD15:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 16

ORD11:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 20m

2 stops

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 875

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Jan 10

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 37m

2 stops

ORD18:37Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 20

ORD18:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 05m

1 stop

JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 958

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 10

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 55m

1 stop

ORD10:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 17

ORD20:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 30m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 044

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Apr 16

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

May 11

ORD11:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

40h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 344

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Feb 9

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 20m

1 stop

ORD18:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 16

ORD20:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 30m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 660

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1 stop26h 55m

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Tue 10/2

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1 stop22h 55m

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R14 044

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JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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17:50-9:40

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22:00-16:49

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R15 575

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Mon 9/2

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R15 875

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R17 389

JohannesburgChicago

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JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

23:15-18:05

2 stops25h 50m

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13:00-21:20

2 stops25h 20m

R22 082

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

23:15-18:45

2 stops26h 30m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/5

13:00-21:20

2 stops25h 20m

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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 590.

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 052 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 274 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	23h 00m
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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Illinois takes 23h 00m

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 December 2025.
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 309	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 339 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 146	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 125 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 477	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 919 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 321	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 677 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 448	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 113 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 199	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 616 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 473	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 435 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 651	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 018 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 376	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 697 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R18 389	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 443 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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