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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago from R11 066

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Turkish Airlines Logo
19:10 - 11:05
JNB
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ORD
22h 55m1 stop
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20:10 - 10:35
ORD
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JNB
31h 25m1 stop
R14 636Turkish Airlines
Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 15
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19:10 - 10:05
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ORD
22h 55m1 stop
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20:20 - 10:50
ORD
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JNB
30h 30m1 stop
R14 670Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 4
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19:10 - 10:05
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ORD
22h 55m1 stop
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12:50 - 10:50
ORD
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JNB
39h 00m1 stop
R15 566Turkish Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:10 - 10:05
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ORD
22h 55m1 stop
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12:50 - 10:50
ORD
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JNB
39h 00m1 stop
R15 583Turkish Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
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19:45 - 15:20
JNB
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ORD
27h 35m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:38 - 18:35
ORD
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JNB
21h 57m2 stops
R16 023United Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 4
Virgin Atlantic Logo
22:00 - 21:05
JNB
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ORD
31h 05m2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
16:35 - 19:00
ORD
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JNB
18h 25m1 stop
R16 294Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:40
JNB
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ORD
25h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 13:05
ORD
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JNB
19h 50m1 stop
R16 328Ethiopian Air
Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 - 19:25
JNB
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ORD
40h 15m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:40 - 6:40
ORD
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JNB
39h 00m2 stops
R16 429Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 15
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19:35 - 14:00
JNB
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ORD
26h 25m2 stops
British Airways Logo
16:19 - 7:35
ORD
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JNB
32h 16m2 stops
R16 768British Airways
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
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21:55 - 16:20
JNB
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MDW
26h 25m1 stop
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15:25 - 19:00
MDW
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JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R36 310Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 25

United Airlines flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 22
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m
1 stop
ORD15:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 4
ORD12:38Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 57m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 023
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United Airlines
Mar 4
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 20m
1 stop
ORD20:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 6
ORD11:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 15m
2 stops
JNB20:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 121
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United Airlines
Jan 19
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 52m
2 stops
ORD18:37Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 26
ORD8:54Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 41m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 460
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British Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

Our best British Airways deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flight tickets
British Airways
Mar 5
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 25m
2 stops
ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 9
ORD16:19Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 16m
2 stops
JNB7:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 768
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British Airways
Mar 5
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 15m
2 stops
ORD19:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 9
ORD16:19Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 16m
2 stops
JNB7:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 785
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British Airways
Mar 5
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 02m
2 stops
ORD18:02Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 9
ORD22:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 038
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 7 December 2025.
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:10-11:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

20:10-10:35

1 stop31h 25m

R14 636

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

20:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R14 670

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

12:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R15 566

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

12:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R15 583

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:45-15:20

1 stop27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

12:38-18:35

2 stops21h 57m

R16 023

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

22:00-21:05

2 stops31h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 26/1

16:35-19:00

1 stop18h 25m

R16 294

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 328

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

10:10-19:25

1 stop40h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

8:40-6:40

2 stops39h 00m

R16 429

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:35-14:00

2 stops26h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

16:19-7:35

2 stops32h 16m

R16 768

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

21:55-16:20

1 stop26h 25m

Chicago Midway

Thu 25/12

15:25-19:00

1 stop19h 35m

R36 310

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

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 R16 209. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R16 869.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chicago from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as R17 676. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Chicago on Saturday is R19 692.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Chicago in the afternoon for as low as R17 450. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around R18 011. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 R18 230 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 R16 548 on momondo.

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

As of December 2025, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 22% more expensive 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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Fastest flight time

22h 21m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago takes 22h 21m
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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  • 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 03m.

  • 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?

  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R13 532Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 330 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R14 358Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 084 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 720Free CancellationRating
7,2
903 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R15 579Free CancellationRating
7,5
675 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 707Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 072 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 464Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 563 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 806Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 430 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R16 930Free CancellationRating
7,9
8 013 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R17 668Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 676 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R18 698Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 429 reviews
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