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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from R12 725

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
May 2 — May 91
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 27 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 782

One-way from

R12 725

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R23 099
5/6-15/11
  • 5/6-15/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 31/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R17 307 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 125 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 27 April 2025.

Thu 5/621:15JNB - ORD
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1121:45ORD - JNB
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R17 782
Thu 5/619:25JNB - ORD
1 stop26h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 15/1116:34ORD - JNB
2 stops30h 56mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R18 248
Sat 7/617:50JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sat 15/1120:20ORD - JNB
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/4R18 435
Tue 13/521:15JNB - ORD
1 stop21h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 28/520:30ORD - JNB
1 stop29h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 26/4R18 565
Tue 13/523:15JNB - ORD
2 stops25h 14mKLM
Wed 28/514:15ORD - JNB
2 stops24h 05mKLM
Deal found 26/4R18 864
Wed 21/520:40JNB - ORD
2 stops32h 34mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 27/514:15ORD - JNB
2 stops37h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/4R19 517
Sat 31/523:15JNB - ORD
2 stops27h 07mDelta
Sat 15/1117:45ORD - JNB
2 stops31h 30mDelta
Deal found 26/4R20 730
Wed 30/412:10JNB - ORD
2 stops32h 00mKenya Airways
Fri 2/57:10ORD - JNB
2 stops25h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/4R21 942
Wed 11/619:35JNB - ORD
2 stops23h 20mSWISS
Wed 18/619:05ORD - JNB
1 stop31h 15mSWISS
Deal found 27/4R24 909
Sun 27/48:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 3/510:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R26 999
Wed 30/420:40JNB - ORD
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 2/519:20ORD - JNB
1 stop31h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R28 771
Wed 11/619:00JNB - ORD
2 stops23h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 18/68:52ORD - JNB
2 stops25h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4R29 518

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

O'Hare Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

21:15-11:55

1 stop21h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 15/11

21:45-7:30

1 stop25h 45m

R17 782

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

19:25-14:45

1 stop26h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 15/11

16:34-7:30

2 stops30h 56m

R18 248

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/6

17:50-9:40

1 stop22h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 15/11

20:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R18 435

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

21:15-11:45

1 stop21h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/5

20:30-9:25

1 stop29h 55m

R18 565

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

23:15-17:29

2 stops25h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/5

14:15-21:20

2 stops24h 05m

R18 864

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

20:40-22:14

2 stops32h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 27/5

14:15-10:20

2 stops37h 05m

R19 517

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

23:15-19:22

2 stops27h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 15/11

17:45-9:15

2 stops31h 30m

R20 730

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

1:15-12:48

2 stops42h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/5

7:00-15:50

2 stops25h 50m

R22 745

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/6

19:35-11:55

2 stops23h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/6

19:05-9:20

1 stop31h 15m

R24 909

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/6

19:00-11:55

2 stops23h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/6

8:52-17:45

2 stops25h 53m

R29 518

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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 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 68 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 time of day to fly from JNB to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 April 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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).

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 27 April 2025.

Crew

8,5

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8,5

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8,5

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8,5

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8,5

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8,5

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    British Airways, at R18 248, 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 American Airlines. British Airways is priced at 14% 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R12 725. Users have also found prices from R13 565 and R14 666 on Turkish Airlines and RwandAir, 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.

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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 807AverageR19 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 862AverageR17 140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR16 219AverageR21 465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 815AverageR19 823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR17 599AverageR20 695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR17 634AverageR21 891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 639AverageR24 594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR17 735AverageR21 550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR19 153AverageR24 208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 975AverageR26 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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