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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago from R11 128

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago departing on 1/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Turkish Airlines Logo
19:10 - 10:05JNB-ORD
22h 55m1 stop
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11:50 - 10:50ORD-JNB
39h 00m1 stop
R15 761Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Thu, Dec 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:10 - 18:25JNB-ORD
31h 15m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:20 - 10:50ORD-JNB
30h 30m1 stop
R15 867Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Thu, Dec 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 8:15JNB-ORD
30h 55m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 13:05ORD-JNB
19h 50m1 stop
R16 009Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Jul 14 - Wed, Jul 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 7:40JNB-ORD
25h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 - 20:10ORD-JNB
26h 25m1 stop
R17 056Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 10
British Airways Logo
19:45 - 13:55JNB-ORD
26h 10m1 stop
British Airways Logo
17:00 - 7:30ORD-JNB
30h 30m1 stop
R17 429British Airways
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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Jan 4
British Airways Logo
19:25 - 13:50JNB-ORD
25h 25m1 stop
British Airways Logo
20:25 - 7:00ORD-JNB
51h 35m2 stops
R17 464British Airways
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Mon, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 26
KLM Logo
23:15 - 17:45JNB-ORD
25h 30m2 stops
KLM Logo
14:05 - 21:20ORD-JNB
24h 15m2 stops
R18 174KLM
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Mon, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 26
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 18:23JNB-ORD
28h 23m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:15 - 18:35ORD-JNB
23h 20m2 stops
R19 630United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 25 - Fri, Jan 2
United Airlines Logo
15:05 - 8:38JNB-ORD
24h 33m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:00 - 17:45ORD-JNB
27h 45m2 stops
R19 807United Airlines
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KLM Logo
23:15 - 14:10JNB-ORD
21h 55m1 stop
KLM Logo
16:50 - 21:20ORD-JNB
21h 30m1 stop
R21 209KLM
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Mon, Jul 14 - Wed, Jul 23

Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flight tickets
Etihad Airways
Nov 6
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m
1 stop
ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 10
ORD13:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 10m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 885
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Etihad Airways
Sept 12
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 55m
1 stop
ORD8:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sept 19
ORD13:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 25m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 956
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Etihad Airways
Sept 15
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 55m
1 stop
ORD8:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sept 26
ORD6:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
42h 35m
2 stops
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 204
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Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Jul 14
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 55m
2 stops
ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 23
ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 50m
1 stop
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 009
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Ethiopian Air
Jul 9
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 55m
2 stops
ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 23
ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 50m
1 stop
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 329
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Ethiopian Air
Nov 6
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 10m
2 stops
ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 10
ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 056
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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 R17 287. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R17 908.

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 R18 542. 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 R20 656.

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 R18 304. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around R18 893. 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 R20 436 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 R18 299 on momondo.

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

As of July 2025, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 30% 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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Cheap Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago (JNB to CHI) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

R11 128

Fastest flight time

20h 53m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the past 72 hours is R11 128. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 761.
The fastest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago takes 20h 53m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Chicago Midway Airport.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

  • 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 20h 53m.

  • 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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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 728Free CancellationRating
7,2
788 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R14 911Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 224 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R15 118Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 886 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R16 841Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 852 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R17 141Free CancellationRating
6,6
7 086 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R17 414Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 366 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R17 759Free CancellationRating
8,0
7 973 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R18 063Free CancellationRating
7,4
654 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R18 506Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 595 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R19 539Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 285 reviews
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