Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Flights connecting via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 18m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Chicago?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Egyptair are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Chicago

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the lowest average return price of R16 143.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Newark (EWR) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 31m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Chicago?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 24% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

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

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

There are 8 operators available for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:20 - 8:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

10:15 - 20:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R15 542Ethiopian Air

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10

18:00 - 9:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 40m1 stop Istanbul

11:25 - 22:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 00m1 stop Istanbul

R15 574Turkish Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 24

22:50 - 8:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

40h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

10:15 - 20:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R15 623Ethiopian Air

Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 31

0:20 - 18:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 00m1 stop Istanbul

20:15 - 11:00ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 45m1 stop Istanbul

R15 897Turkish Airlines

Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 31

20:15 - 22:44JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MDW Chicago Midway

33h 29m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:59 - 19:40MDW Chicago Midway-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R16 059Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6

20:15 - 23:59JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

34h 44m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

15:40 - 19:40ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R16 059Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6

22:00 - 23:32JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 32m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

12:40 - 18:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark

R16 318United Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 18

9:45 - 8:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20:25 - 8:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R16 593Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6

9:45 - 15:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

36h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20:25 - 8:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R16 900Etihad Airways

Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 17

22:00 - 23:32JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 32m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11:15 - 18:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark

R17 288United Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 17

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Turkish Airlines flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 11

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 40m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 24

ORD11:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

JNB22:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 574

Turkish Airlines

Jan 17

JNB0:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 00m

1 stop

ORD18:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 31

ORD20:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 897

Turkish Airlines

Oct 15

JNB17:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 45m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 31

ORD21:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 962

Delta flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

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Oct 12

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 18m

1 stop

ORD12:13Chicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 30

ORD13:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 15m

2 stops

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 868

Delta

Oct 11

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 38m

1 stop

MDW22:33Chicago Midway

Oct 24

MDW11:33Chicago Midway

24h 37m

1 stop

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 916

Delta

Oct 11

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 34m

2 stops

ORD18:29Chicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 24

ORD13:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 15m

2 stops

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 965

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Sat 3/10

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

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1 stop26h 55m

R15 542

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18:00-9:40

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1 stop28h 00m

R15 574

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22:50-8:15

2 stops40h 25m

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10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R15 623

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0:20-18:20

1 stop26h 00m

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20:15-11:00

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R15 897

JohannesburgChicago

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Tue 29/9

20:15-22:44

2 stops33h 29m

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10:59-19:40

1 stop25h 41m

R16 059

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

20:15-23:59

2 stops34h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/10

15:40-19:40

1 stop21h 00m

R16 059

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

22:00-23:32

2 stops32h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 18/10

12:40-18:30

2 stops22h 50m

R16 318

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

9:45-8:35

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/10

20:25-8:20

1 stop28h 55m

R16 593

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

9:45-15:40

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/10

20:25-8:20

1 stop28h 55m

R16 900

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

22:00-23:32

2 stops32h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/10

11:15-18:30

2 stops24h 15m

R17 288

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R15 631 to R18 606.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R15 542.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with most prices found around R15 315. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R15 428.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around R19 117 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as R15 267 on momondo.

How have Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	R9 946
Fastest flight time	22h 00m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the past 72 hours is R9 946. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 542.

The fastest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago takes 22h 00m

There are no direct flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

How far is Johannesburg OR Tambo to Chicago by plane?
The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo and Chicago is about 13983,8 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 22h 00m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?
There are 8 operators available for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago is Etihad Airways, representing 21% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 16%, KLM at 12%, and Qatar Airways at 12%.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 935	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 504 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 357	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 479 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R14 960	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 10 101 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R15 030	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 029 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R15 995	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 178 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 337	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 560 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R16 479	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 737 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R20 095	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 658 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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