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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from R10 279

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Apr 3 — Apr 101
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 4 March 2026.

Wed 15/48:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/3R13 597
Wed 15/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/3R13 940
Mon 16/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 1/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/3R14 005
Tue 14/417:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 21/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/2R14 512
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/3R14 528
Fri 17/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/3R14 724
Sun 6/99:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/1113:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/3R14 855
Thu 16/417:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 23/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/3R14 904
Mon 26/109:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 30/1014:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/3R15 002
Mon 7/99:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 17/914:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/3R15 068
Sun 8/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 26/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3R15 133

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 4 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 597

One-way from

R10 279

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 163
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 15/4-22/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R6 941 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 885 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R13 597

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

20:25-18:34

2 stops29h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/4

20:30-8:45

2 stops29h 15m

R16 538

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

22:00-10:00

2 stops43h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

14:32-19:40

1 stop22h 08m

R16 571

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

20:25-18:52

2 stops29h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/4

15:30-8:45

2 stops34h 15m

R16 571

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

21:55-21:53

1 stop30h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 27/6

7:10-19:40

2 stops29h 30m

R16 620

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

19:25-15:55

1 stop27h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/6

21:15-9:25

1 stop29h 10m

R16 637

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/4

20:32-8:45

2 stops29h 13m

R16 653

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 27/6

17:55-19:40

1 stop18h 45m

R16 686

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

22:00-17:10

2 stops26h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

7:00-21:20

2 stops31h 20m

R16 718

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 26/6

19:55-19:40

1 stop40h 45m

R16 767

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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 27 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 R13 074). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 130). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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 4 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
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

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
7,8
Good
1 463 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

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
9 383 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

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
1 424 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

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
4 240 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

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
7 774 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

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 538, Ethiopian Air can have you in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 29h 09m. 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 070, 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 092. Users have also found prices from R10 170 and R10 779 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 074). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 130). 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 4 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 070AverageR16 479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 868AverageR14 830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 217AverageR15 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 047AverageR19 026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 171AverageR22 344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 983AverageR17 379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 245AverageR17 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 353AverageR17 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 123AverageR21 886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 104AverageR24 544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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