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

RwandAir, Kenya Airways, and KLM 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 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.

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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19:10 - 19:25

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31h 15m1 stop

11:25 - 10:35

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40h 10m1 stop

R14 662Turkish Airlines

Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 15

19:10 - 18:25

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31h 15m1 stop

11:50 - 10:50

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39h 00m1 stop

R14 713Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Thu, Feb 5

19:05 - 10:05

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23h 00m1 stop

11:50 - 10:50

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39h 00m1 stop

R15 104Turkish Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Feb 5

9:50 - 7:35

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29h 45m1 stop

13:10 - 8:20

ORD

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35h 10m1 stop

R15 172Etihad Airways

Fri, Jan 23 - Thu, Feb 5

19:10 - 18:25

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31h 15m1 stop

11:50 - 10:50

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39h 00m1 stop

R15 581Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 5

22:00 - 10:53

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20h 53m1 stop

15:50 - 18:35

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18h 45m1 stop

R15 785United Airlines

Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 15

19:45 - 15:20

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27h 35m1 stop

13:00 - 18:35

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21h 35m2 stops

R16 091United Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Feb 5

19:35 - 16:14

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52h 39m2 stops

12:11 - 7:35

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59h 24m2 stops

R17 707British Airways

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

19:35 - 22:59

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35h 24m2 stops

14:54 - 7:35

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32h 41m2 stops

R17 758British Airways

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

21:55 - 19:27

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29h 32m1 stop

17:04 - 19:00

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17h 56m1 stop

R30 362Virgin Atlantic

Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24

KLM flights from Johannesburg to Illinois

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KLM

Dec 13

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 21m

1 stop

ORD14:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 10

ORD16:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 503

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KLM

Dec 13

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 21m

1 stop

ORD14:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 10

ORD16:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 234

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KLM

Dec 13

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 03m

2 stops

ORD18:02Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 10

ORD16:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 884

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Delta flights from Johannesburg to Illinois

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Delta

Jan 18

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 36m

2 stops

MDW18:36Chicago Midway

Jan 25

MDW13:26Chicago Midway

35h 09m

2 stops

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 026

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Delta

Mar 24

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 40m

2 stops

MDW18:40Chicago Midway

Apr 15

MDW17:25Chicago Midway

19h 15m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 060

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Delta

Jan 19

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 36m

2 stops

MDW18:36Chicago Midway

Jan 26

MDW10:46Chicago Midway

24h 14m

1 stop

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 095

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11:25-10:35

1 stop40h 10m

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JohannesburgChicago

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19:10-18:25

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1 stop39h 00m

R14 713

JohannesburgChicago

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JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

19:05-10:05

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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1 stop39h 00m

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JohannesburgChicago

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JohannesburgChicago

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19:10-18:25

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R15 581

JohannesburgChicago

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Thu 5/2

22:00-10:53

1 stop20h 53m

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1 stop18h 45m

R15 785

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

19:45-15:20

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/2

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2 stops21h 35m

R16 091

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:35-16:14

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Mon 26/1

12:11-7:35

2 stops59h 24m

R17 707

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:35-22:59

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Lambert-St Louis

Mon 26/1

14:54-7:35

2 stops32h 41m

R17 758

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

21:55-19:27

1 stop29h 32m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 24/1

17:04-19:00

1 stop17h 56m

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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 October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R16 958.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Illinois?

The cheapest day to depart from Johannesburg to Illinois is on a Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Illinois on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as R17 770. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around R19 796. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Illinois.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Illinois?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Illinois is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Johannesburg to Illinois in the afternoon for as low as R17 542. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R18 106.

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 281 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 635 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 21m
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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Illinois takes 22h 21m

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 604	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 329 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 434	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 079 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 798	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 903 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 661	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 675 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 066 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 551	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 562 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 895	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 432 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R17 020	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 009 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 762	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 676 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R18 797	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 431 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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