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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago from R9 865

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Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 7:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 - 13:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 221Ethiopian Air
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 7:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 - 13:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 253Ethiopian Air
Wed, Dec 16 - Sat, Jan 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 18:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 00m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:15 - 22:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 10m1 stop Istanbul
R16 263Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 10:49JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 49m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
13:00 - 18:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 35m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
R16 409United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Thu, Dec 31
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 11:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 50m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
15:43 - 18:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 52m1 stop Newark
R16 409United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Thu, Dec 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 10:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 10m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:45 - 22:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R16 556Turkish Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 23:54JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 14m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:15 - 8:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson London Heathrow
R16 979Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:40 - 16:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:20 - 21:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R17 239Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, May 25
KLM Logo
23:55 - 20:18JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 23m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
KLM Logo
14:10 - 21:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 10m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
R17 484KLM
Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, May 25
KLM Logo
23:59 - 18:44JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl
KLM Logo
12:38 - 22:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 22m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
R17 500KLM
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

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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
Dec 19
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 10m
2 stops
ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 2
ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 45m
1 stop
JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 221
Ethiopian Air
Dec 16
JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
40h 40m
2 stops
ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 9
ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 45m
1 stop
JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 253
Ethiopian Air
Nov 9
JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
40h 40m
2 stops
ORD7:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 16
ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 367

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
Dec 22
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 50m
1 stop
ORD11:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 31
ORD15:43Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 52m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 409
United Airlines
Dec 22
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 49m
1 stop
ORD10:49Chicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 30
ORD5:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 35m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 386
United Airlines
Nov 25
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 44m
2 stops
ORD13:09Chicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 3
ORD10:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 00m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 565

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/12

14:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/1

9:45-13:30

1 stop19h 45m

R15 221

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/12

23:00-7:40

2 stops40h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/1

9:45-13:30

1 stop19h 45m

R15 253

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

0:20-18:20

1 stop26h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/11

20:15-22:25

1 stop42h 10m

R16 263

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/12

22:00-10:49

1 stop20h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 31/12

13:00-18:35

2 stops21h 35m

R16 409
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/12

22:00-11:50

1 stop21h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 31/12

15:43-18:35

1 stop18h 52m

R16 409

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

18:50-10:00

1 stop23h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/11

11:45-22:25

1 stop26h 40m

R16 556

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

21:40-23:54

2 stops34h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/11

18:15-8:40

2 stops30h 25m

R16 979

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

19:40-16:35

1 stop28h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/5

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 239

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

23:55-20:18

2 stops28h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/5

14:10-21:20

2 stops24h 10m

R17 484

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

23:59-18:44

2 stops26h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/11

12:38-22:00

2 stops25h 22m

R17 500

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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 R16 230 to R20 300.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R15 221.

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 246. 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 R16 360.

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 400 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 116 on momondo.

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

As of September 2026, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 38% 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 865

Fastest flight time

23h 10m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the past 72 hours is R9 865. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 221.
The fastest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago takes 23h 10m
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 23h 10m.

  • 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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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R13 445Free CancellationRating
7,4
4 454 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R14 316Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 540 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 109Free CancellationRating
7,4
10 246 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R15 263Free CancellationRating
7,2
1 045 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 024Free CancellationRating
6,7
8 238 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 372Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 577 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R16 587Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 730 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R20 227Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 668 reviews
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