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

KLM, Virgin Atlantic, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Chicago

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

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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.

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

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average return price of R16 609.

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 airlines fly to Chicago?

British Airways, KLM and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 26% 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 July 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.

R9 345 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago in 2026

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R16 386 to R21 221. The lowest price recently found on this route was R16 775.

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9:45 - 8:35

JNB

ORD

29h 50m

1 stop

14:00 - 8:20

ORD

JNB

35h 20m

1 stop

R16 775Etihad Airways

Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 17

18:50 - 11:00

JNB

ORD

24h 10m

1 stop

11:45 - 22:25

ORD

JNB

26h 40m

1 stop

R16 792Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 17

8:20 - 8:15

JNB

ORD

30h 55m

2 stops

10:15 - 3:55

ORD

JNB

34h 40m

1 stop

R16 986Ethiopian Air

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Oct 17

18:50 - 15:10

JNB

ORD

27h 20m

1 stop

16:20 - 21:20

ORD

JNB

22h 00m

1 stop

R17 002Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, May 25

23:15 - 14:30

JNB

ORD

22h 15m

1 stop

16:20 - 21:20

ORD

JNB

22h 00m

1 stop

R17 035KLM

Tue, Jul 14 - Thu, Aug 27

18:50 - 15:10

JNB

ORD

27h 20m

1 stop

13:30 - 21:20

ORD

JNB

24h 50m

2 stops

R17 067Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, May 26

23:15 - 20:31

JNB

ORD

28h 16m

2 stops

11:23 - 21:20

ORD

JNB

26h 57m

2 stops

R17 116KLM

Tue, Jul 14 - Thu, Aug 27

21:55 - 16:39

JNB

MDW

25h 44m

2 stops

9:29 - 19:40

MDW

JNB

27h 11m

2 stops

R20 572Delta

Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 17

23:15 - 18:18

JNB

MDW

26h 03m

2 stops

13:25 - 21:20

MDW

JNB

24h 55m

2 stops

R21 140KLM

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 25

23:15 - 22:45

JNB

MDW

30h 30m

2 stops

12:30 - 22:00

MDW

JNB

25h 30m

2 stops

R21 545Delta

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3

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Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

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Etihad Airways

Oct 7

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 50m

1 stop

ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 17

ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 775

Etihad Airways

Sept 7

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 50m

1 stop

ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 3

ORD13:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 181

Etihad Airways

Sept 5

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 50m

1 stop

ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

May 25

ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 15m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 587

United Airlines flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

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United Airlines

Oct 7

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 32m

2 stops

ORD23:32Chicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 17

ORD11:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 15m

2 stops

JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 311

United Airlines

Sept 12

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 28m

2 stops

ORD7:28Chicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 17

ORD10:32Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 58m

2 stops

JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 690

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Tue 14/7

23:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

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16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 035

JohannesburgChicago

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JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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18:50-15:10

1 stop27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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R17 067

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

23:15-20:31

2 stops28h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 27/8

11:23-21:20

2 stops26h 57m

R17 116

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

21:55-16:39

2 stops25h 44m

Chicago Midway

Sat 17/10

9:29-19:40

2 stops27h 11m

R20 572

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

23:15-18:18

2 stops26h 03m

Chicago Midway

Tue 25/8

13:25-21:20

2 stops24h 55m

R21 140

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

23:15-22:45

2 stops30h 30m

Chicago Midway

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12:30-22:00

2 stops25h 30m

R21 545

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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 December is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with most prices found around R9 020. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of December, then departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R11 632.

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 078 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 169 on momondo.

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

As of July 2026, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 68% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

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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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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 July 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 15%, British Airways at 15%, and KLM at 12%.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 976	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 474 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 244	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 437 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 309	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 008 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 008	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 933 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 112	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 094 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 389	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 533 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R16 531	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 743 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 311	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 607 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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