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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago from R12 150

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Turkish Airlines Logo
19:10 - 10:05JNB-ORD
22h 55m1 stop
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21:20 - 10:50ORD-JNB
30h 30m1 stop
R15 487Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Mar 7 - Thu, Mar 12
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19:05 - 19:25JNB-ORD
31h 20m1 stop
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19:50 - 10:35ORD-JNB
31h 45m1 stop
R15 984Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Mar 25 - Sun, Mar 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:05 - 19:25JNB-ORD
31h 20m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:50 - 10:35ORD-JNB
31h 45m1 stop
R16 035Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Mar 25 - Sun, Mar 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 8:15JNB-ORD
30h 55m2 stops
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10:15 - 13:05ORD-JNB
19h 50m1 stop
R16 086Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Apr 2 - Mon, Apr 20
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19:35 - 14:00JNB-ORD
26h 25m2 stops
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20:50 - 7:00ORD-JNB
27h 10m2 stops
R16 206Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Dec 23 - Sun, May 31
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 8:40JNB-ORD
31h 20m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 13:05ORD-JNB
19h 50m1 stop
R16 292Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Mar 25 - Sun, Mar 29
United Airlines Logo
19:45 - 23:44JNB-ORD
35h 59m2 stops
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21:13 - 17:45ORD-JNB
37h 32m2 stops
R16 326United Airlines
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Mon, Dec 22 - Thu, Apr 30
United Airlines Logo
19:45 - 15:20JNB-ORD
27h 35m1 stop
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18:25 - 9:30ORD-JNB
31h 05m1 stop
R16 617United Airlines
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Fri, Dec 19 - Fri, Jan 2
Delta Logo
23:15 - 18:34JNB-MDW
26h 19m2 stops
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16:30 - 19:40MDW-JNB
20h 10m1 stop
R19 167Delta
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Tue, Apr 7 - Sat, Apr 25
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21:55 - 21:46JNB-MDW
30h 51m1 stop
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17:25 - 19:40MDW-JNB
19h 15m1 stop
R23 890Delta
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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
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 59m
2 stops
ORD23:44Chicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 30
ORD21:13Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 32m
2 stops
JNB17:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 326
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United Airlines
Dec 19
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m
1 stop
ORD15:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 2
ORD18:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 05m
1 stop
JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 617
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United Airlines
Dec 20
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 19m
2 stops
ORD21:19Chicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 30
ORD9:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 20m
2 stops
JNB17:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 839
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British Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

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British Airways
Dec 23
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 45m
1 stop
ORD18:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
May 31
ORD22:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 25m
1 stop
JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 045
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British Airways
Dec 22
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 25m
2 stops
ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
May 31
ORD22:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 25m
1 stop
JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 336
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British Airways
Dec 21
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 25m
1 stop
ORD17:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
May 31
ORD17:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 20m
1 stop
JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 592
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/3

21:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R15 487

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

19:05-19:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/3

19:50-10:35

1 stop31h 45m

R15 984

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

19:05-19:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/3

19:50-10:35

1 stop31h 45m

R16 035

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 086

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/12

19:35-14:00

2 stops26h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 31/5

20:50-7:00

2 stops27h 10m

R16 206

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

8:20-8:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/3

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 292

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/12

19:45-23:44

2 stops35h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/4

21:13-17:45

2 stops37h 32m

R16 326

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/12

19:45-15:20

1 stop27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/1

18:25-9:30

1 stop31h 05m

R16 617

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

23:15-18:34

2 stops26h 19m

Chicago Midway

Sat 25/4

16:30-19:40

1 stop20h 10m

R19 167

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

21:55-21:46

1 stop30h 51m

Chicago Midway

Fri 24/4

17:25-19:40

1 stop19h 15m

R23 890

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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 394. 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 079.

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 878. 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 917.

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 649. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around R18 216. 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 394 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 771 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

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R13 687Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 293 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R14 522Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 043 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 888Free CancellationRating
7,2
894 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R15 757Free CancellationRating
7,5
673 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R16 178Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 017 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 638Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 517 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 941Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 410 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R17 124Free CancellationRating
7,9
8 008 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R17 870Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 661 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R18 912Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 408 reviews
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