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R13 547+ Cheap flights to Chicago

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— CHI
Jul 31 — Aug 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Chicago in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Chicago. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 1 July 2026.

Sat 4/78:20
JNB
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ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 10/910:15
ORD
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JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/7R16 844
Sat 4/79:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/914:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/7R16 893
Wed 7/109:45
JNB
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ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 17/1014:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6R16 959
Sat 11/78:20
JNB
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ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 30/810:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/7R17 090
Fri 17/714:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 21/810:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/6R17 106
Mon 7/918:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/316:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6R17 156
Mon 7/918:50
JNB
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ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/516:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6R17 188
Sat 11/723:15
JNB
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ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Sun 30/816:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Deal found 1/7R17 205
Sat 14/1123:55
JNB
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ORD
1 stop22h 30m
KLM
Sat 13/213:30
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops24h 30m
KLM
Deal found 28/6R17 238
Mon 7/918:50
JNB
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ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/513:30
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6R17 254
Sat 1/89:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 8/820:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/6R17 270
Mon 27/718:50
JNB
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MDW
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/810:54
MDW
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JNB
2 stops27h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7R18 812

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Find the latest flights to Chicago in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 1 July 2026.

Return from

R16 959

One-way from

R13 547

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 648
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/10-17/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R1 227 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R463 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 21/8

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R17 106

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 369

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

9:45-15:40

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/9

21:10-8:20

1 stop28h 10m

R19 566

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

22:00-7:27

2 stops40h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

6:00-18:30

2 stops29h 30m

R19 780

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

22:00-7:27

2 stops40h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

15:55-18:30

1 stop19h 35m

R20 665

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

22:00-14:26

2 stops23h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/5

21:30-18:30

1 stop38h 00m

R20 698
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

19:00-11:00

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/9

13:30-18:30

1 stop22h 00m

R21 502

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/7

10:15-0:05

2 stops30h 50m

R21 895

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

23:15-22:45

2 stops30h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/3

12:30-22:00

2 stops25h 30m

R23 011

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

23:15-18:18

2 stops26h 03m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/12

13:00-22:00

2 stops25h 00m

R23 224

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Chicago

How long is the flight to Chicago?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 22 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Chicago from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chicago?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Chicago are KLM, British Airways and Qatar Airways.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R15 222
KLM
KLM
From R16 568
British Airways
British Airways
From R16 156
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R16 712

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chicago?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Chicago are Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Chicago?

The best time to book flights to Chicago is 66 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated 1 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andUnited Airlines to the United States by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
KLM
7,8
Good
1 532 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 908 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 469 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 089 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

FAQs about flying to Chicago

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Chicago if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chicago on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Chicago?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chicago.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Chicago?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Chicago. One-way flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl typically cost R1 206, while return flights cost around R9 496.

  • How much is a return flight to Chicago?

    A return flight to Chicago will typically cost around R9 496, however they can be found for as little as R9 496.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Chicago depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Chicago, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (22 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Chicago O'Hare Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Chicago O'Hare Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Chicago O'Hare Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport is the closest property to Chicago O'Hare Intl (0,0 km away from Chicago O'Hare Intl).

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