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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from R10 139

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Aug 22 — Aug 291
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 23 July 2026.

Thu 12/1122:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 18m
United Airlines
Tue 24/1121:47
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops36h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/7R16 417
Fri 24/722:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop25h 28m
United Airlines
Fri 7/812:11
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop23h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/7R16 483
Wed 26/89:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 29/921:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/7R16 598
Thu 1/1017:55
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 17/1011:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/7R16 795
Wed 9/99:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 21/914:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/7R16 811
Mon 14/99:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 17/921:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/7R16 828
Tue 4/822:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 06m
United Airlines
Thu 10/921:35
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop37h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/7R16 861
Sun 20/920:15
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 13/113:30
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops36h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/7R17 173
Fri 16/1018:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1021:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/7R17 189

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 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 417

One-way from

R10 139

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 098
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 12/11-24/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 38m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 567 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 23 July 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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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

22:00-16:52

2 stops25h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

21:35-18:30

1 stop37h 55m

R17 041

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 30/10

21:15-11:00

1 stop30h 45m

R17 189

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

19:00-11:00

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/11

7:30-18:35

2 stops27h 05m

R17 337

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

23:15-18:20

2 stops26h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

11:22-21:20

2 stops26h 58m

R17 452
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

23:15-18:20

2 stops26h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 31/8

16:50-21:20

1 stop21h 30m

R17 452

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

22:00-12:41

2 stops22h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/1

21:30-18:35

2 stops37h 05m

R17 518

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

15:05-9:38

2 stops25h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/10

7:00-18:30

2 stops28h 30m

R17 699

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

22:00-20:30

2 stops29h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 30/10

10:50-18:35

2 stops24h 45m

R18 701
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

17:45-14:30

2 stops28h 45m

R13 673

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

17:45-14:30

2 stops28h 45m

R13 673

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to O'Hare Intl from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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?

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 64 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of R14 938). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of R24 535). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights typically cost between R17 896 and R23 681 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R16 417 on United Airlines (Nov 12–Nov 24).

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 23 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,United Airlines, andQatar 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
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 024 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 747 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 486 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 127 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

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 R17 189, United Airlines can have you in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 22h 40m. 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 143, 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 United Airlines. Etihad Airways is priced at 32% 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 Emirates. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R7 073. Users have also found prices from R9 442 and R11 335 on Qatar Airways and SWISS, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of R14 938). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of R24 535). 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

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 23 July 2026.
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Top 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 8 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 23 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 143AverageR16 798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 415AverageR14 413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 160AverageR18 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 494AverageR23 584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 503AverageR17 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 600AverageR17 771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 745AverageR18 950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 560AverageR23 620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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