Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from R12 230

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 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Jul 13 — Jul 201
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 13 June 2026.

Thu 29/1018:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 12/1120:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/6R15 438
Tue 21/719:25
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/818:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6R16 284
Mon 6/79:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 14/720:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/6R16 463
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 3/313:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/6R16 675
Tue 21/719:25
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/822:30
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R16 805
Thu 9/79:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 25/720:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/6R16 822
Tue 14/718:50
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 29/416:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6R16 985
Tue 14/718:50
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/410:40
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6R17 066
Sat 25/79:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 1/820:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/6R17 131
Mon 13/723:15
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Wed 28/416:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Deal found 10/6R17 213

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 13 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 438

One-way from

R12 230

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 043
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 29/10-12/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R32 531 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 991 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

9:50-7:55

1 stop30h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/11

20:20-8:20

1 stop28h 00m

R17 441

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

9:45-8:35

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/10

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R17 489

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

12:15-22:00

2 stops25h 45m

R17 620

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

15:05-9:00

2 stops24h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 14/7

6:00-18:30

2 stops29h 30m

R17 652

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/7

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R18 857

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 29/4

10:40-21:20

2 stops27h 40m

R19 069

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

23:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 24/10

11:10-19:00

1 stop24h 50m

R19 183
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

23:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 22/10

17:55-19:40

1 stop18h 45m

R19 183

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

18:50-17:06

2 stops29h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R19 264

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

23:15-20:24

2 stops28h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/10

11:30-19:40

2 stops25h 10m

R19 281

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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?

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 558). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R23 352). 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 13 June 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.

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

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

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

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

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

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

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

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

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

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

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

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

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

    For as low as R17 620, Etihad Airways 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 R13 024, 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 30% 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 009. Users have also found prices from R9 344 and R11 232 on Qatar Airways and SWISS, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

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  • 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 558). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R23 352). 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 9 airlines flying from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 024AverageR16 023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 293AverageR14 358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 305AverageR22 306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 114AverageR20 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 106AverageR17 250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 377AverageR18 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 593AverageR18 778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapestR16 712AverageR19 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR19 383AverageR23 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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