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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from R13 436

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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Aug 7 — Aug 141
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 8 July 2026.

Fri 17/78:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 21/810:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/7R16 442
Sun 1/1118:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 17/1111:45
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/7R16 816
Sat 12/98:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 17/1010:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/7R17 011
Mon 7/923:15
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Wed 3/316:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
KLM
Deal found 6/7R17 059
Tue 21/718:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/816:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7R17 108
Tue 14/718:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 27/816:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7R17 173
Tue 4/823:15
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/917:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7R17 254
Tue 14/723:15
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops27h 15m
KLM
Thu 27/811:23
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops26h 57m
KLM
Deal found 5/7R17 271

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 8 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 816

One-way from

R13 436

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 708
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 1/11-17/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 7/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R24 205 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 209 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

16:25-22:00

1 stop21h 35m

R17 092

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

23:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

17:10-10:20

1 stop34h 10m

R17 287

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

22:00-21:32

1 stop30h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 30/10

11:56-18:35

1 stop23h 39m

R17 401

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

23:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 30/8

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R19 090

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

19:55-12:10

2 stops24h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/11

21:50-9:55

1 stop28h 05m

R19 935

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

9:45-8:35

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 31/8

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R20 390
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

12:10-21:11

2 stops40h 01m

R15 938

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

5:30-8:15

3 stops57h 45m

R26 856

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/8

12:30-8:15

4 stops50h 45m

R30 106

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

21:15-18:15

1 stop28h 00m

R48 481

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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 769). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R23 298). 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 8 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
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 951 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 742 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 477 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 104 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 092, KLM can have you in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 22h. 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 R12 994, 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 31% 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 R6 993. Users have also found prices from R9 323 and R11 206 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 769). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R23 298). 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 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 8 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 994AverageR16 543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 263AverageR14 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 330AverageR23 322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 029AverageR19 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 135AverageR17 247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 412AverageR17 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 555AverageR18 512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 338AverageR23 352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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