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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from R9 348

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Apr 8 — Apr 151
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 9 March 2026.

Wed 22/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3R14 129
Mon 27/418:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/511:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3R14 245
Sun 19/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 26/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops58h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3R14 476
Sun 26/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R14 510
Wed 29/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R14 592
Wed 22/48:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3R14 807
Wed 1/48:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/3R14 907
Tue 28/417:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/520:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3R14 940
Wed 1/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/3R14 973
Fri 24/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R15 105
Tue 28/414:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 11/510:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R15 138
Thu 12/1119:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/1120:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3R15 204

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 9 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 129

One-way from

R9 348

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 756
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/4-29/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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28/4
  • 28/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 57m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 March 2026.
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.

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/4

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R14 807

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/4

7:45-8:20

2 stops41h 35m

R16 081

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R16 098

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 164

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

20:25-20:40

2 stops31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/4

11:08-21:20

2 stops27h 12m

R16 793
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 975

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

20:25-18:31

2 stops29h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/4

20:30-8:45

2 stops29h 15m

R17 438

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

5:30-8:15

3 stops33h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/4

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R17 967

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

20:55-14:50

1 stop24h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 13/4

19:20-8:50

1 stop30h 30m

R18 133

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

5:30-8:15

3 stops33h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R18 216

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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 6 March 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 R13 236). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 329). 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 9 March 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
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

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
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

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
9 409 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

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
1 424 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

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
4 247 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

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
7 781 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

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 081, Ethiopian Air can have you in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 29h 45m. 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 R13 232, 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 R9 204. Users have also found prices from R10 296 and R10 913 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 R13 236). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 329). 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 9 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 232AverageR16 683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 039AverageR15 013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 393AverageR15 592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 233AverageR19 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 359AverageR22 621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 180AverageR17 594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 446AverageR18 137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 555AverageR17 596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 335AverageR22 156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 328AverageR24 847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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