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

Qatar Airways, KLM, and Delta 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 33% 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 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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12:40 - 16:50

JNB

ORD

35h 10m

1 stop

19:20 - 4:00

ORD

JNB

25h 40m

1 stop

R17 261Qatar Airways

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17

1:15 - 12:41

JNB

ORD

42h 26m

2 stops

6:00 - 15:50

ORD

JNB

25h 50m

2 stops

R17 911Kenya Airways

Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Mar 3

17:00 - 12:36

JNB

ORD

26h 36m

2 stops

6:00 - 15:50

ORD

JNB

25h 50m

2 stops

R17 961Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 25

20:25 - 20:50

JNB

STL

31h 25m

2 stops

17:30 - 8:45

STL

JNB

32h 15m

2 stops

R21 193Delta

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 5

20:25 - 16:55

JNB

STL

27h 30m

2 stops

13:30 - 19:40

STL

JNB

23h 10m

1 stop

R21 210Delta

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 5

9:50 - 8:40

JNB

STL

53h 50m

2 stops

6:00 - 8:20

STL

JNB

43h 20m

2 stops

R21 460Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 3 - Thu, Aug 20

8:45 - 15:38

JNB

STL

61h 53m

2 stops

16:55 - 18:30

STL

JNB

18h 35m

1 stop

R21 943Lufthansa

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 7

8:45 - 15:38

JNB

STL

61h 53m

2 stops

16:55 - 18:30

STL

JNB

18h 35m

1 stop

R21 960Lufthansa

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 6

23:15 - 17:56

JNB

MDW

25h 41m

2 stops

13:22 - 21:20

MDW

JNB

24h 58m

2 stops

R23 909KLM

Mon, May 18 - Thu, May 28

23:15 - 18:18

JNB

MDW

26h 03m

2 stops

13:21 - 21:20

MDW

JNB

24h 59m

2 stops

R24 625KLM

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17

British Airways flights from Johannesburg to Illinois

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British Airways

Oct 27

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 15m

1 stop

ORD14:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 25

ORD17:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 45m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 110

British Airways

Sept 20

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 08m

2 stops

STL21:23Lambert-St Louis

Oct 5

STL13:00Lambert-St Louis

37h 25m

2 stops

JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R25 692

British Airways

May 3

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 40m

1 stop

ORD14:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

May 11

ORD21:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 45m

1 stop

JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R44 069

Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg to Illinois

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Kenya Airways

Sept 6

JNB1:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 26m

2 stops

ORD12:41Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 3

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 911

Kenya Airways

Sept 7

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 20m

2 stops

ORD17:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 3

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 461

Kenya Airways

Sept 6

JNB1:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

47h 05m

2 stops

ORD17:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 3

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 994

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JNBORD

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Wed 10/6

12:40-16:50

1 stop35h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 17/6

19:20-4:00

1 stop25h 40m

R17 261

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

1:15-12:41

2 stops42h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

6:00-15:50

2 stops25h 50m

R17 911

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

17:00-12:36

2 stops26h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

6:00-15:50

2 stops25h 50m

R17 961

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

20:25-20:50

2 stops31h 25m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 5/10

17:30-8:45

2 stops32h 15m

R21 193

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

20:25-16:55

2 stops27h 30m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 5/10

13:30-19:40

1 stop23h 10m

R21 210

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

9:50-8:40

2 stops53h 50m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 20/8

6:00-8:20

2 stops43h 20m

R21 460

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

8:45-15:38

2 stops61h 53m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/10

16:55-18:30

1 stop18h 35m

R21 943

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

8:45-15:38

2 stops61h 53m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 6/10

16:55-18:30

1 stop18h 35m

R21 960

Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

23:15-17:56

2 stops25h 41m

Chicago Midway

Thu 28/5

13:22-21:20

2 stops24h 58m

R23 909

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

23:15-18:18

2 stops26h 03m

Chicago Midway

Wed 17/6

13:21-21:20

2 stops24h 59m

R24 625

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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 715 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 1 432 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 761	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 343 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 9 682 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 400	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 940 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 672	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 460 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 756	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 509 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 985	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 723 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 832	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 568 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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