Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from R11 051

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 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Aug 17 — Aug 241
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in February or May, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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 12 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 882

One-way from

R11 051

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 073
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 26/9-3/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 31/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R12 052 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 099 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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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 12 August 2025.

Fri 26/99:50JNB - ORD
1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 3/1013:55ORD - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/8R14 882
Thu 13/1110:10JNB - ORD
1 stop36h 00mLufthansa
Thu 4/1215:20ORD - JNB
1 stop34h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 10/8R15 255
Thu 13/1119:45JNB - ORD
2 stops27h 10mAir Canada
Thu 4/1212:50ORD - JNB
2 stops36h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 10/8R15 290
Thu 13/118:20JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 4/129:45ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/8R16 213
Thu 6/1119:10JNB - ORD
1 stop31h 15mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/1111:50ORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/8R16 266
Thu 6/118:20JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/119:45ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/8R16 337
Tue 14/1019:35JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 54mAir Canada
Wed 12/1115:55ORD - JNB
2 stops34h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 10/8R16 443
Sun 23/1117:00JNB - ORD
2 stops27h 38mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/119:30ORD - JNB
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8R17 579
Sun 7/99:50JNB - ORD
1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways
Sun 21/96:45ORD - JNB
2 stops42h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/8R17 650
Sun 7/921:20JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 21/915:45ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/8R17 703
Mon 11/821:20JNB - ORD
1 stop21h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 18/815:40ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/8R17 738

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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 12 August 2025.
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.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

O'Hare Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/9

9:50-8:45

1 stop29h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/10

13:55-8:20

1 stop35h 25m

R14 882

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

10:10-14:10

1 stop36h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/12

15:20-9:30

1 stop34h 10m

R15 255

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

19:45-14:55

2 stops27h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/12

12:50-9:30

2 stops36h 40m

R15 290

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/12

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

R16 213

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

19:10-18:25

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/11

11:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R16 266

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/11

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

R16 337

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/10

19:35-19:29

2 stops30h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/11

15:55-10:30

2 stops34h 35m

R16 443

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

17:00-12:38

2 stops27h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/1

19:30-15:50

2 stops36h 20m

R17 579

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/9

9:50-8:45

1 stop29h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 21/9

6:45-8:30

2 stops42h 45m

R17 650

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

20:20-15:30

1 stop26h 10m

R11 051

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

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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?

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 8 August 2025.

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 time of day to fly from JNB to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 August 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Addis Ababa (ADD) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R16 035.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 21h 06m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 10m.

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 12 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, United Airlines, andTurkish Airlines 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.

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Etihad Airways, at R14 882, 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 Lufthansa and Air Canada. Etihad Airways is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 720AverageR17 262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR14 903AverageR17 590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 109AverageR16 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 332AverageR20 651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 012AverageR24 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 169AverageR18 765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR17 404AverageR19 894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR17 749AverageR17 779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR19 098AverageR24 641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 528AverageR26 049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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