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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from R9 826

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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Feb 9 — Feb 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 10 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 939

One-way from

R9 826

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 051
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 13/3-15/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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12/4
  • 12/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R11 819 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 257 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 10 January 2026.

Fri 13/319:05JNB - ORD
1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 15/420:10ORD - JNB
1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/1R13 939
Sun 22/219:05JNB - ORD
1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sun 1/320:20ORD - JNB
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/1R14 830
Thu 8/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/1R15 045
Mon 23/219:05JNB - ORD
1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Mon 2/320:20ORD - JNB
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/1R15 375
Sun 8/219:05JNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 23/923:50ORD - JNB
1 stop27h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/1R15 508
Thu 8/1017:50JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/1011:25ORD - JNB
1 stop40h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/1R16 102
Sun 8/222:00JNB - ORD
2 stops23h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 23/99:25ORD - JNB
2 stops26h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/1R16 284
Mon 23/211:40JNB - ORD
2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/318:50ORD - JNB
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/1R16 300
Mon 26/1022:00JNB - ORD
2 stops27h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 30/1016:45ORD - JNB
2 stops31h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/1R16 317
Mon 23/211:40JNB - ORD
2 stops38h 45mLufthansa
Mon 2/322:35ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 9/1R16 416
Sun 8/222:00JNB - ORD
2 stops27h 42mBritish Airways
Wed 23/917:50ORD - JNB
1 stop32h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1R16 565

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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 10 January 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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OR Tambo

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O'Hare Intl

Route

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Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

19:05-19:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R13 939

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

19:05-18:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/3

20:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R14 830

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

19:05-18:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

20:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R15 375

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

19:05-10:05

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/9

23:50-10:30

1 stop27h 40m

R15 508

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

22:00-13:15

2 stops23h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/9

9:25-18:30

2 stops26h 05m

R16 284

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

11:40-18:25

2 stops38h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

22:35-9:30

1 stop26h 55m

R16 416

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

22:00-17:42

2 stops27h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/9

17:50-9:25

1 stop32h 35m

R16 565

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

23:59-18:01

2 stops26h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/3

12:29-22:05

2 stops25h 36m

R16 730

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

22:00-18:00

2 stops27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

22:15-7:00

2 stops25h 45m

R16 796

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

19:05-19:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 16/5

11:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

R16 895

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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 2 January 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 212). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 333). 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 10 January 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
1 434 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 143 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 361 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 154 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 659 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For as low as R16 284, Turkish Airlines can have you in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 23h 15m. 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 209, 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 25% 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 277 and R10 745 on Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, 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 212). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 333). 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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Fly from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl on these airlines

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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 10 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 209AverageR16 542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 040AverageR15 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 368AverageR15 737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 206AverageR19 227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 332AverageR22 410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 074AverageR17 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 349AverageR18 110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 525AverageR17 270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 245AverageR21 655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 251AverageR24 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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