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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from R9 153

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Mar 28 — Apr 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 February 2026.

Wed 15/48:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 4/510:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R13 268
Tue 24/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R13 316
Wed 15/418:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/520:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R13 523
Wed 8/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/2R13 554
Wed 4/38:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R13 777
Wed 25/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R13 793
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/2R14 142
Sun 22/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R14 222
Tue 24/38:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 5/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R14 254
Wed 8/414:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 15/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/2R14 365
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/2R14 555
Wed 25/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 4/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R14 698

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 26 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 268

One-way from

R9 153

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 587
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 15/4-4/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R6 478 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 504 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/5

10:15-0:05

2 stops30h 50m

R15 255

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

21:15-13:50

1 stop23h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/6

21:15-7:00

1 stop26h 45m

R16 145

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

21:55-13:47

1 stop22h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/6

17:10-11:05

1 stop34h 55m

R16 510

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/6

17:10-11:05

1 stop34h 55m

R16 558

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

10:05-15:45

1 stop36h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/4

20:35-20:35

1 stop41h 00m

R23 390

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/6

15:53-3:55

3 stops29h 02m

R24 217

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

22:20-15:45

1 stop24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 17/4

18:15-16:15

2 stops63h 00m

R27 204

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

12:30-8:15

4 stops50h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/7

10:15-15:20

3 stops46h 05m

R31 844

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

16:50-14:50

2 stops53h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 17/4

19:20-14:20

2 stops36h 00m

R32 384

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/7

10:15-3:55

1 stop34h 40m

R49 292

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 46 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of R12 712). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 715). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated 26 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, United Airlines, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 349 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 416 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 237 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 768 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    For as low as R16 510, Ethiopian Air can have you in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 22h 52m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14008 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Etihad Airways, at R12 709, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air. Etihad Airways is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R8 840. Users have also found prices from R9 888 and R10 481 on Etihad Airways and Emirates, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of R12 712). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 715). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 26 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 709AverageR16 023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 484AverageR14 597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 824AverageR15 210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 631AverageR18 499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 752AverageR21 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 487AverageR16 883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR15 796AverageR17 410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 900AverageR16 900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 649AverageR21 177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 603AverageR23 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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