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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago from R10 393

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22:00 - 19:49JNB-ORD
29h 49m2 stops
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20:45 - 10:25ORD-JNB
29h 40m1 stop
R17 637British Airways
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Fri, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 9
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22:00 - 17:47JNB-ORD
27h 47m2 stops
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20:45 - 10:25ORD-JNB
29h 40m1 stop
R17 689British Airways
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Fri, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 9
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22:00 - 17:47JNB-ORD
27h 47m2 stops
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18:25 - 10:25ORD-JNB
32h 00m1 stop
R17 723British Airways
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Fri, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 9
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8:20 - 7:40JNB-ORD
31h 20m2 stops
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9:45 - 20:10ORD-JNB
26h 25m1 stop
R17 741Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Jan 4
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23:59 - 14:20JNB-ORD
22h 21m1 stop
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16:25 - 22:05ORD-JNB
21h 40m1 stop
R18 257KLM
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Sun, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 31
KLM Logo
23:59 - 18:02JNB-ORD
26h 03m2 stops
KLM Logo
16:25 - 22:05ORD-JNB
21h 40m1 stop
R18 429KLM
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Sun, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 31
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1:35 - 12:43JNB-ORD
43h 08m2 stops
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8:45 - 0:25ORD-JNB
31h 40m2 stops
R18 687Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Jan 12
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19:45 - 15:20JNB-ORD
27h 35m1 stop
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21:50 - 7:05ORD-JNB
25h 15m1 stop
R18 928Lufthansa
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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Jan 4
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21:55 - 16:34JNB-MDW
26h 39m1 stop
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17:31 - 19:00MDW-JNB
41h 29m1 stop
R28 444Virgin Atlantic
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21:55 - 22:22JNB-MDW
32h 27m1 stop
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12:48 - 19:00MDW-JNB
22h 12m1 stop
R29 700Virgin Atlantic
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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
Feb 6
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 49m
2 stops
ORD19:49Chicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 9
ORD20:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 40m
1 stop
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 637
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British Airways
Feb 6
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 47m
2 stops
ORD17:47Chicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 9
ORD20:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 40m
1 stop
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 689
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British Airways
Feb 6
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 47m
2 stops
ORD17:47Chicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 9
ORD18:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 00m
1 stop
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 723
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Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

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Ethiopian Air
Dec 11
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 20m
2 stops
ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 4
ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 741
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Ethiopian Air
Dec 26
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 20m
2 stops
ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 30
ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 10m
1 stop
JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 649
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Ethiopian Air
Dec 6
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 10m
2 stops
ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 3
ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R21 131
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

22:00-19:49

2 stops29h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/2

20:45-10:25

1 stop29h 40m

R17 637

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

22:00-17:47

2 stops27h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/2

20:45-10:25

1 stop29h 40m

R17 689

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

22:00-17:47

2 stops27h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/2

18:25-10:25

1 stop32h 00m

R17 723

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/12

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/1

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

R17 741

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

23:59-14:20

1 stop22h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

16:25-22:05

1 stop21h 40m

R18 257

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

23:59-18:02

2 stops26h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

16:25-22:05

1 stop21h 40m

R18 429

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

1:35-12:43

2 stops43h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

8:45-0:25

2 stops31h 40m

R18 687

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/12

19:45-15:20

1 stop27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/1

21:50-7:05

1 stop25h 15m

R18 928

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/12

21:55-16:34

1 stop26h 39m

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/1

17:31-19:00

1 stop41h 29m

R28 444

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

21:55-22:22

1 stop32h 27m

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/2

12:48-19:00

1 stop22h 12m

R29 700

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

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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 485. 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 R17 173.

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 976. 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 026.

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 746. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around R18 317. 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 486 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 863 on momondo.

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

As of November 2025, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 23% 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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  • 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 21h 06m.

  • 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.

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  • 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago with momondo
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Rating
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R13 762Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 309 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R14 602Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 044 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 970Free CancellationRating
7,2
896 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R15 843Free CancellationRating
7,5
674 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R16 267Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 031 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 730Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 534 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R17 034Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 419 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R17 218Free CancellationRating
7,9
8 003 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R17 968Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 664 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R19 016Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 423 reviews
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