What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

Egyptair, RwandAir, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Which airlines fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Etihad Airways, United Airlines and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Johannesburg according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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There are 8 operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R10 312 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in 2026

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9:45 - 15:40

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ORD

36h 55m

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21:10 - 8:15

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28h 05m

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R16 741Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17

9:45 - 15:40

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ORD

36h 55m

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21:20 - 8:20

ORD

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28h 00m

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R16 858Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Oct 29

17:55 - 9:40

JNB

ORD

22h 45m

1 stop

20:10 - 10:15

ORD

JNB

31h 05m

1 stop

R16 942Turkish Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6

18:00 - 9:40

JNB

ORD

22h 40m

1 stop

21:15 - 11:00

ORD

JNB

30h 45m

1 stop

R17 126Turkish Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 30

20:15 - 20:56

JNB

ORD

31h 41m

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18:25 - 8:45

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JNB

31h 20m

2 stops

R17 511Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14

23:15 - 20:30

JNB

ORD

28h 15m

2 stops

17:25 - 22:00

ORD

JNB

21h 35m

1 stop

R17 595KLM

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Oct 29

18:50 - 15:10

JNB

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27h 20m

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16:25 - 22:00

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21h 35m

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R17 695Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3

23:15 - 18:01

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25h 46m

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16:25 - 22:00

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21h 35m

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R17 879KLM

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3

15:05 - 9:39

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26h 34m

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7:00 - 18:35

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JNB

27h 35m

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R18 834United Airlines

Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 31

15:05 - 9:13

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25h 08m

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11:15 - 18:30

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JNB

24h 15m

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R19 018United Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 28

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United Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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United Airlines

Dec 6

JNB15:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 34m

2 stops

ORD9:39Chicago O'Hare Intl

Dec 31

ORD7:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 35m

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JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 834

United Airlines

Aug 24

JNB15:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 08m

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ORD9:13Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sept 28

ORD11:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 15m

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JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 018

United Airlines

Aug 11

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 21m

2 stops

ORD14:21Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sept 15

ORD12:16Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 14m

1 stop

JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 759

Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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Sept 8

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 59m

2 stops

ORD16:59Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sept 15

ORD6:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 20m

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JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 030

Kenya Airways

Sept 9

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 37m

2 stops

ORD11:47Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 3

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

34h 25m

2 stops

JNB0:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 047

Kenya Airways

Sept 7

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 49m

2 stops

ORD16:59Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 3

ORD6:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

34h 25m

2 stops

JNB0:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 599

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JohannesburgChicago

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15:05-9:39

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R18 398 to R24 743.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R16 741.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Johannesburg is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R15 218, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of November is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from Johannesburg averaging around R15 318.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for around R19 757 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Johannesburg for as low as R15 653 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	20h 49m
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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 20h 49m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far is Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl is 13996,0 km. 20h 49m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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There are 8 operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R13 389	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 496 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 666	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 455 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 765	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 009 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 486	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 10 052 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 558	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 126 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 911	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 551 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 058	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 743 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R20 802	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 640 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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